English & General Awareness - 6 - SSC CGL MCQ

The correct answer is "SRQP".

Key Points

• After smoke is mentioned in S1, it is logical to mention the consequences of the fire, which is the flames breaking out (S).
• Once the flames are visible, it makes sense that everyone becomes aware of the fire (R).
• The passage should then describe how the fire intensifies (Q) due to the rising gale.
• After realizing the danger and observing the intensifying fire, passengers are instructed to prepare to leave the ship (P).
• Finally, S6 concludes the passage with a description of how people reacted to the situation.
• Hence the correct answer is option 4.

Complete paragraph after rearrangement: S1. Smoke oozed up between the planks. (S). Flames broke out here and there. (R). Every one now knew there was a fire on board. (Q). The rising gale fanned the smoldering fire. (P). Passengers were told to be ready to quit the ship. S6. Most people bore the shock bravely.

The correct answer is Option 1

Key Points

• The given sentence speaks of application of conditioner on hair. Out of the given option damp perfectly conveys the meaning as conditioners are applied on damp hair.
• The meaning of the word Damp is slightly wet, moist. Application of conditioner on damp hair even spreads fluids like conditioners equally.
• For ex. For colour to spread equally on the canvas damp it by sprinkling some water.
• Rest all the other words do not fit the context of the sentence and hence can be eliminated.

Therefore the correct option is Option 1 Damp

Additional Information

• Let's have a look at some other words given
  • Shrewd: Sharp-witted
  • Pale: Light in colour of shade.
  • wary: cautious.

The correct answer is It highlights the importance of perseverance in the face of adversity.

Key Points

• The significance of the old man's decision to continue fishing, despite his many setbacks, is that it highlights the importance of perseverance in the face of adversity.
• Throughout the story, the old man faces numerous obstacles and setbacks, including going without a catch for many days, losing his fishing gear, and battling with the giant marlin for hours. Despite these setbacks, the old man remains determined to catch the fish and does not give up.
• His persistence and perseverance demonstrate that success often requires hard work and determination, even in the face of difficult circumstances.
• This message is relevant not only to fishing but to life in general, where we may encounter setbacks and failures, but we must continue to work hard and persevere to achieve our goals.
• Therefore, the correct answer is option 1) "It highlights the importance of perseverance in the face of adversity".

The correct answer is Part B.

Key Points

• The erroneous Part B should have 'acquitted themselves' instead of 'acquitted from'.
• Some verbs are proceeded by reflexive Pronoun:
  • Average, Revenge, Present, Absent, Pride, Available, Acquit, Reconcile, Apply, etc.

Important Points

Acquit oneself: conduct oneself or perform in a specified way

Correct sentence: The IAF's Canberra bomber squadrons too acquitted themselves better than their PAF counterparts with their daring strikes deep inside Pakistani territory.

Additional Information

• If we use an intransitive verb in a sentence then there is no need for a Direct object/ Reflexive Pronoun/ Verbs which we usually do for themselves. Such kind of 'Verbs' is:
  • Complain, Shave, Shower, Keep, Stop, Behave, Pit, Remember, Down, etc.
    • Example: Justin always shaves on Sunday. ​​

The correct answer is "the current situation".

Key Points

Let's look at the meaning of the given idiom/phrase.

• Status quo means "the existing state of affairs (मामलों की मौजूदा स्थिति)".
• We use the phrase/idiom which means to refer to something or someone in the present situation or condition.
  • ​Example: The Act contained provisions designed to preserve the status quo.
• Explanation: Despite the fact that the future rounds of talks continue to disconnect and conquest and reduce those forces returning to the current situation is now not possible.

Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.

The correct answer is 'B'.

Key Points

• The error lies in part 'B' of the sentence because 'inch' will replace 'inches'.
• When 'numeral adjective + noun + noun' is present then the first noun is always singular.
• For example:​
  • nine-year-old girl
  • five-mile-walk

The correct sentence: 'Can you bring a twelve-inch ruler for me now, because I have to measure something?'

The correct answer is- 'bale.'

Key Points

• Words "bell", "bale" and "bail" are called homophones.
• This means that they sound the same but have different spellings and meanings.
• Let us see the meanings of the words:
  • Bell: a metal object, often shaped like a cup, that makes a ringing sound when it is hit by a small piece of metal inside it. (प्याले के आकार की धातु की वस्तु जिस पर प्रहार करने पर घंटी जैसी आवाज़ निकलती है; घंटा, घंटी)
  • Bald: (used about people) having little or no hair on your head. ((व्‍यक्ति) जिसके सिर पर थोड़ा बाल अथवा बिल्कुल भी बाल न हो; गंजा)
  • Bale: a large quantity of something pressed tightly together and tied up. (गट्ठर)
  • Bail: money that somebody agrees to pay if a person accused of a crime does not appear in front of the court on the day he/she is called. When bail has been arranged, the accused person can go free until that day. (ज़मानत)
• The given sentence talks about a large quantity of alfalfa.
• Alfalfa (Medicago sativa) is a herb that some people consume as a source of calcium, potassium, phosphorous, iron, and vitamins A, C, E, and K.
• Alfalfa is most commonly grown as food for livestock animals.
• The option "bale" is correct in this context.

Correct sentence: A bale of alfalfa that usually would sell for about $3.50 could cost as much as $10 this year.

The correct answer is: Hard.

Key Points

• The word "Tender" refers to something that is soft or gentle in touch or manner. It can also imply sensitivity to pain or being easily damaged. (नरम)
  • Example: The tender touch of the mother calmed the crying baby.
• "Hard" refers to something that is firm, solid, and resistant to pressure; not easily broken, bent, or pierced. (कठोर)
  • Example: The old, hard mattress was uncomfortable to sleep on.
• Therefore, we can infer that the opposite of 'Tender' is 'Hard'.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 1.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Broad (चौड़ा): Wide in extent or scope.
  • Example: The river was too broad to swim across.
• Mild (हल्का): Gentle or not harsh in nature.
  • Example: The mild flavour of the cheese made it a favourite among children.
• Soft (मुलायम): Easy to mold, cut, compress, or fold; not hard or firm to the touch.
  • Example: She wore a soft sweater to keep warm.

The correct answer is 'Versatile'.

Key Points

• The most appropriate word for the given group of words is 'Versatile'.
• It means '(used about an object) having many different uses'. [(वस्‍तु) अनेक कामों के लिए प्रयुक्त, बहु-उद्देश्‍यीय, बहु-हेतुक]
  • Example: a versatile tool that drills, cuts or polishes...

Correct Answer: Versatile.

Additional Information

• Let's look at the meaning of other words:
  • Verbose: using or containing more words than are needed. (आवश्यकता से अधिक शब्दों से युक्त; शब्दबहुल; शब्दाडंबरपूर्ण)
  • Virtuous: behaving in a morally good way. (सदाचारी, सद्‌गुणी, गुणवान)
  • Virtual: being almost or nearly something. (लगभग या क़रीब-क़रीब)

The words are defined below:
Presumedly: as is presumed; supposedly
Proposedly: according to some approach or hypothesis
Purposefully: in a way that shows determination or resolve.
Purportedly: as appears or is stated to be true, though not necessarily so; allegedly.
The audio is evidence against Fauja Singh Sarari, but since it’s not verified, we cannot be sure of its legitimacy. It, thus, stands as an allegation.
Hence, option D is the correct answer.

The words are defined below:
Formed: make or be made into a specific shape or form
Surfaced: come to people's attention; become apparent
Cancelled: decide or announce that (a planned event) will not take place
Revised: having been reconsidered and amended
The audio was released to the public, or it surfaced.
Hence, option B is the correct answer.

The words are defined below:
Portfolios: the position and duties of a Minister or Secretary of State
Avenues: a way of approaching a problem or making progress towards something
Companies: a commercial business
Domains: an area of territory owned or controlled by a particular ruler or government.
Since we are talking about the departments under Fauja Singh Sarari, the most appropriate option for blank no. C is portfolios.
Hence, option A is the correct answer.

When the passage says that Fauja Singh Sarari resigned on Saturday, it is implied that it was last Saturday and the new appointment took place later that day. This event is still very much of the present and the correct tense in this case is present perfect. The most appropriate option for blank no. D is has resigned.
Hence, option C is the correct answer.

He was afraid to speak against his father despite being sad about his grandfather, but he was not strong enough to stand in support of his grandfather........... “I am making it for you, father. When you grow old, like my grandfather, you will need a plate for food. A plate made from earthen clay may break very easily, and I may scold you severely. So, I want to give you a wooden plate. It will not break so easily."
It is clear from the reference statement that only Option B is correct.
Hence, Option B is the correct answer.

He realized his mistakes and then he became an improved person. From that day, Velan treated his father with great respect. He gave up drinking too. Velan learnt a lesson from his own son.
The sentence says ‘gave up abusing his son’ and ‘learnt a lesson from his father’ which is not correct as per the reference statement. Thus, the sentence given in Option D is not true.
Option A.
Kuppan was very weak and could not even walk properly. He was a frail man because Velan did not give him enough food. He had given his father a small earthen plate. Even a small quantity of rice in that plate appeared to be a lot.
It is clear from the reference statement that Option A is correct.
Option B.
Velan had a son named Muthu, who was just ten years old. He had great respect and love for his grandfather. He did not like his father’s attitude and his cruel behavior towards his grandfather.
It is clear from the reference statement that Option B is correct.
Option C.
One day Kuppan was eating his food out of earthen plate and suddenly the plate fell down and broke into pieces. Velan was working at the other end of the room. He saw the broken plate. He got enraged with his father and abused him.
Enraged:– ‘very angry, furious.’
It is clear from the reference statement that Option C is correct.
Hence, Option D is the correct answer.

In the given sentence, error is in option A.
‘Beg’ is the verb used for communication and preposition ‘to’ is not used with such verbs.
Omit ‘to’ in order to make the sentence correct.
Hence, option A is the correct answer.

In the given sentence, option A contains error.
In a sentence, when time is mentioned in past, then the sentence should be written in ‘simple past tense’ instead of ‘present perfect tense.’
Hence, option A is the correct answer.

The correct answer is To provide financial aid for the education of children.

In News

• AP CM launches Jagananna Amma Vodi scheme to disburse financial aid of Rs 6,393 cr.

Key Points

• Jagananna Amma Vodi scheme:
  • Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y S Jagan Mohan Reddy launched the Jagananna Amma Vodi scheme for the fourth year, under which financial assistance of Rs 6,393 crore will be deposited into the bank accounts of 43 lakh beneficiaries, at Kurupam in Parvathipuram Manyam district.
  • Spanning 10 days, Amma Vodi will be distributed in all the mandals benefiting more than 83 lakh students studying in classes 1 to 12 across the state.
  • Under the Amma Vodi scheme, eligible mothers who send their children to schools will receive Rs 15,000 financial aid to meet the educational expenses.

The correct answer is 3 only.

Key Points

Satpura range:

• Satpura range is a combination of Satpura, Mahadeo and Maikala hills.
• Satpura range is spread over four states that are:
  • Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh and Gujarat. Hence, statement 1 is not correct.
• Satpura hills are tectonic mountains, formed about 1.6 billion years ago, as a result of folding and structural uplift. They are a Horst landform.
• They run for a distance of about 900km.
• Mahadeo hills lie to the east of Satpura hills.
  • Pachmarhi is the highest point of the Satpura range.
  • Dhupgarh (1350m) is the highest peak of Pachmarhi.
  • Maikala hills lie to the east of Mahadeo hills.
  • Amarkantak plateau is a part of the Maikala hills.

Kaimur Range:

• It is the Eastern portion of the Vindhya Range.
• Kaimur range is spread over three states that are:
  • ​Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh & Bihar. Hence, statement 2 is not correct.
• It is 483 kilometres long, extending from around Katangi in the Jabalpur district of Madhya Pradesh to around Sasaram in the Rohtas district of Bihar.
• A series of plateaus runs along the Kaimur Range.
  • These fluvial plateaus consist of a series of descending plateaus, starting with the Panna Plateau in the west, followed by the Bhander Plateau and Rewa Plateau and ending with the Rohtas Plateau in the east.
• Protected areas in the Kaimur Range include:
  • Kaimoor Wildlife Sanctuary in Uttar Pradesh
  • Chandra Prabha Wildlife Sanctuary in Uttar Pradesh
  • Kaimur Wildlife Sanctuary in Bihar

Vindhyan range:

• The Vindhya Mountain Range in central India is a very ancient mountain range.
• It is one of India's seven major sacred mountain ranges.
• Vindhyan range is spread over four states that are:
  • ​Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. Hence, statement 3 is correct.
• These hills are less craggy and smaller in size than the others.
• They really serve as a dividing line between the Indo-Gangetic plains and the Deccan area of India.
• The Vindhya Range is a fragmented range of hills that forms the southern escarpment of India's central highland.
• These are non-tectonic mountains generated by the downhill faulting of the Narmada Rift Valley to their south, rather than plate collision.

The correct answer is Mundaka Upanishad.

Key Points

• The national motto of India, 'Satyameva Jayate' inscribed below the Emblem of India is taken from Mundaka Upanishad.
• This motto means "Truth Alone Triumphs". It is written in Devanagari script.
• Mundaka Upanishad is listed as number 5 in the Muktika canon of 108 Upanishads of Hinduism. This Upanishad is a poetic verse style Upanishad, with 64 verses, written in the form of mantras.
• Katha Upanishad is listed as number 3 in the Muktika canon of 108 Upanishads. It is embedded in the last short eight sections of the Kaṭha school of the Krishna Yajurveda.
• Chandogya Upanishad is a Sanskrit text embedded in the Chandogya Brahmana of the Sama Veda of Hinduism. It is one of the oldest Upanishads. It is listed as number 9 in the Muktika canon of 108 Upanishads.
• Aitareya Upanishad comprises the fourth, fifth and sixth chapters of the second book of Aitareya Aranyaka.

• Haldia Port is also known as the 'Gateway of Eastern India'.
• It is a major seaport located near the Hooghly River in West Bengal.
• It is the most important centre of jute industries.
• Kandla port is located at the eastern end of the Gulf of Kutch.
• Ennore port is located in Chennai. It is also India's first corporate port.
• V.O.Chidambaranar Port, formerly Tuticorin Port, is located in Tamil Nadu

The correct answer is The Chota Nagpur plateau

Key Points

• The Chota Nagpur plateau. The hills in these regions are part of the Chota Nagpur plateau.

• Chota Nagpur Plateau:

• It is the north-eastern top peninsular Plateau region of India.
• It spreads over the states of Jharkhand, Chattisgarh, Bihar, and West Bengal
• The average height is around 700 m above sea-level.
• The northern section is known as Hazaribagh Plateau and the southern is Ranchi Plateau.
• It is rich in various minerals.

From the above, we can conclude that Chota Nagpur Plateau lies in the states of Jharkhand, Chattisgarh, Bihar, and West Bengal.

Additional Information

Look at the map for a better understanding:

The correct answer is Simon Commission.

Key Points

• The Indian Statutory Commission, or Simon Commission, was a group of seven members of Parliament led by Sir John Simon.
• In order to research constitutional reform in Britain's biggest and most significant possession, the commission arrived in British India in 1928.
• The Government of India Act of 1919 authorised the creation of a commission to review the development of the governance plan after ten years and recommend new directions.
  • National leaders fiercely opposed it since the British administration had failed to include even one Indian in the Commission.
  • The Government of India Act 1919 was enacted by the British Parliament to increase Indians' involvement in governmental activities.
  • The Conservative administration established a commission made up of seven British MPs to analyse the constitutional development in British India as promised before since it did not want the "Labour Party" to assume control of British India.
• People in India were furious and felt insulted because there was not a single Indian member of the Commission, which had been established to study and recommend constitutional improvements for India.
  • Many demonstrations, both in person and in groups, were held to call on the British government to reconsider the Commission's structure.
  • At their meeting in Madras in December 1927, the Indian National Congress decided to boycott the Commission.
• The Commission arrived in Lahore on October 30, 1928, to demonstrators waving black flags.
  • Lala Lajpat Rai, an Indian nationalist who had introduced a resolution denouncing the Commission in the Legislative Assembly of Punjab, served as the protest's leader.
  • To stop the commission members from leaving the train station, the demonstrators blocked the road.
  • The local police, under the direction of Superintendent James Scott, started assaulting protesters to clear the way for the Commission.
  • Lala Lajpat Rai suffered a serious injury, never fully recovered, and passed away on November 17, 1928, from cardiac arrest.

The correct answer is Option 2.

In News

• News: Par panel recommends Ayush-health ministry collaboration to establish pluralistic healthcare system.

Key Points

National Ayush Mission:

• National AYUSH Mission is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme under the Ministry of AYUSH. The government of India launched the National AYUSH Mission (NAM) during the 12th plan in 2014. Hence, Option 1 is correct.
• It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme. Regarding the funding pattern, 60% share is provided by the Central Government, and 40% is provided by the State Government. Hence, Option 2 is incorrect.
• The basic objective of NAM is to promote AYUSH medical systems through cost-effective AYUSH services, strengthening of educational systems, facilitate the enforcement of quality control of Ayurveda, Siddha, and Unani & Homoeopathy (ASU &H) drugs, and sustainable availability of ASU & H raw-materials. Hence, Option 3 is correct.
• Recently this mission is extended till March 2026. Hence, Option 4 is correct.
• It envisages flexibility in the implementation of the programmes which will lead to substantial participation of the State Governments/UT.

The correct answer is 1, 2, 3, and 4 only.

Key Point

• Vinegar
  • It is a combination of acetic acid and water made by a two-step fermentation process.
  • First, yeast feed on the sugar or starch of any liquid from a plant food such as fruits, whole grains, potatoes, or rice.
  • This liquid ferments into alcohol. The alcohol is then exposed to oxygen and the acetic acid bacteria Acetobacter to ferment again over weeks or months, forming vinegar.
  • The U.S. Food and Drug Administration requires vinegar to contain at least 4% acetic acid but may range up to 8% in commonly used vinegar.
• Citric acid
  • It is a weak organic acid. It occurs naturally in produce, and in particular, citrus fruits such as limes, oranges, and lemons.
  • Citric acid is a naturally occurring antioxidant. People use it as a food flavouring and preservative, an ingredient in cosmetics, and a component in cleaning products.
• Tartaric acid
  • It is the major acid present in tamarind pulp which gives the pulp an acidic taste.
  • Tamarind pulp also contains malic, succinic, citric and quinic acid.
• Oxalic acid
  • It is content of tomatoes is about 50 mg per 100 g serving.
  • Very ripe tomatoes generally contain higher oxalate amounts than less mature fruit.

Western blotting is an important technique used in cell and molecular biology. By using a western blot, researchers are able to identify specific proteins from a complex mixture of proteins extracted from cells.
Hence option B is correct.

The Atacama desert is rich in metallic mineral resources such as copper, gold,etc.
Hence option D is correct.

The vice president holds office for five years. The vice president can be re-elected any number of times. However, the office may be terminated earlier by death, resignation, or removal.

Hence, Option B is correct.

On November 10, Sir David Butler, a trailblazing former BBC election analyst who pioneered exit polls and the concept of vote swing, died at the age of 98. He was dubbed as the ‘Father of Election Science’ by his friend and biographer. He dubbed his craft ‘Psephology’, based on the Greek word ‘Psephos’ for pebble, which the ancient Greeks used to vote in elections.
Key Points:
Sir David Butler (UK) – an English Political Scientist – passed away   (dubbed as the ‘Father of Election Science’)
He pioneered exit polls & the concept of vote swing
Hence, Option D is correct.

The Portuguese were the first European community to discover a direct sea route to India. On 20th May 1498, a Portuguese sailor named Vasco da Gama arrived at Calicut, an important seaport of South-West India. He was cordially received by King Zamorin, the local ruler, and was offered certain privileges.
Hence option D is correct.