Test: SSC CGL Previous Year Questions: Fill in the Blanks & Cloze Test (2023-18) - 4 - SSC CGL MCQ

Demur’ means to raise objections or show reluctance. The given sentence states that there was a general hesitation and reluctance among people to ignore the problem. Hence, ‘demur’ is the most appropriate answer.

‘Advertising’ is a means of communication with the users of a product or service. The given sentence states that the makers of sports drinks spend tens to hundreds of millions of dollars advertising their products each year. Hence, ‘advertising’ is the most appropriate answer.

‘Impaired’ means to damage something or make it weaker. The given sentence states that in humans, lack of sleep leads to impaired memory and reduced cognitive abilities. Hence, ‘impaired’ is the most appropriate answer.

‘Incendiary’ means something that causes a re. The given sentence states that it is believed they possess crude electronic devices capable of triggering incendiary bombs. Hence, ‘incendiary’ is the most appropriate answer.

‘Lethargic’ means having little energy, feeling unwilling and unable to do anything. The given sentence states that still accid and lethargic from lack of blood, Ed ambled slowly in front of the doors. Hence, ‘lethargic’ is the most appropriate answer.

‘Seem’ means to give the impression of being or doing something. The given sentence states that at rst the water seemed blue, then grey. Hence, ‘seemed’ is the most appropriate answer.

‘Futility’ means the fact of having no effect or of achieving nothing. The given sentence talks about the usefulness or futility of blocking all the highways. Hence, ‘futility’ is the most appropriate answer

‘Loading’ means to put a quantity of something into or onto somebody/something. The given sentence states that I dump the tray on the side and start loading up the dishwasher. Hence, ‘loading’ is the most appropriate answer.

‘Coiled’ means to make something into a round shape. The given sentence states that on the silver tray like a white snake, the wedding garland was as thick as my forearm. Hence, ‘coiled’ is the most appropriate answer

‘Gallant’ means a man who is brave & courageous. The given sentence states that in the early autumn erce ghting took place, the gallant Serbians bearing a prominent part. Hence, ‘gallant’ is the most appropriate answer.

‘Perhaps’ is used when you are not sure about something. The given sentence states that the humour of the gods is cruel; or perhaps they see more than we do. Hence, ‘perhaps’ is the most appropriate answer.

‘Blew’ means to cause something to move. The given sentence states that the wind blew so powerfully that the door closed. Hence, ‘blew’ is the most appropriate answer.

‘Experienced in something’ means having the skill and knowledge to do something. The given sentence states that Rahul is experienced in coding. Hence, ‘experienced in’ is the most appropriate answer.

‘Cool their heels’ is an idiom that means someone is deliberately keeping you waiting, so that you get bored or impatient. The given sentence states that the interviewees were slowly becoming impatient as they were left to cool their heels in the waiting room for hours. Hence, ‘cool their heels’ is the most appropriate answer.

‘Wry face’ means to show disappointment towards something. The given sentence states that when the father didn't pay heed to his demands, the boy made a disappointed face. Hence, ‘wry face’ is the most appropriate answer

‘Left no stones unturned’ is an idiom that means to do everything you can to achieve a good result. The given sentence states that the narrator did everything to convince his mother to give consent. Hence, ‘left no stones unturned’ is the most appropriate answer.

‘Physical’ means connected with your body rather than your mind. The given sentence states that he has experienced physical abuse. Hence, ‘physical’ is the most appropriate answer.

‘Faultlessly’ means in a way that is perfect or without mistakes. The given sentence states that they supplied the required human resource faultlessly. Hence, ‘faultlessly’ is the most appropriate answer.

‘Rapt’ means giving complete attention, or showing complete involvement. The given sentence states that the narrator listened to him with rapt attention. Hence, ‘rapt’ is the most appropriate answer.

‘Move the needle’ means to change a situation to a noticeable degree. The given sentence states that they hired her to increase sales, but her strategies failed to change the situation. Hence, ‘move the needle’ is the most appropriate answer

‘About’ means a little more or less than. The given sentence states that this drama is extremely informative about life in Roman times. Hence, ‘about’ is the most appropriate answer.

Blessed with’ means to have something that you feel is special or lucky. The given sentence states that Arun and his wife were blessed with a baby boy after 18 years of their marriage. Hence, ‘blessed with’ is the most appropriate answer.

Lay off’ means to discharge a worker temporarily or permanently because of economic conditions or shortage of work. The given sentence states that the company’s prots were low and they were forced to discharge the staff. Hence, ‘lay off’ is the most appropriate answer.

‘Uniformed’ means wearing a uniform. The given sentence states that we ensure that you will get a uniformed chauffeur with the right car for your day. Hence, ‘uniformed’ is the most appropriate answer.

Grabbing’ means to try to get or catch somebody/something. The given sentence states that she rubbed her hands over her arms, and then grabbing her purse, haded inside the convenience store. Hence, ‘grabbing’ is the most appropriate answer

‘Deadly’ means causing or likely to cause death. The given sentence states that the deadly weapons which are easily available in the market are a big threat to the security of some nations. Hence, ‘deadly’ is the most appropriate answer.

Given away’ is a phrase that means to donate or to give a gift/money to someone. The given sentence states that she has given away her money and jewellery to help the poor. Hence, ‘given away’ is the most appropriate answer.

‘Gift of the gab’ is an idiom that means the ability to speak with eloquence and uency. The given sentence states that James Bernard was undoubtedly one of the greatest elocutionists of the world. Everyone agreed that he possessed the ability to speak with eloquence. Hence, ‘gift of the gab’ is the most appropriate answer.

“Custom” means a traditional and widely accepted way of behaving or doing something that is specic to a particular society, place, or time. The given sentence states that Easter eggs used to be painted chicken eggs, but a modern custom is to substitute them with chocolate eggs or plastic eggs lled with confectionery such as jelly beans. . Hence, “Custom” is the most appropriate answer.

Eager - having or showing desire or interest.
Reluctant- not wanting to do something and therefore slow to do it.
Passive - lacking in energy or will; lethargic.
Nervous - appearing or acting unsteady, erratic, or irregular.