SSC Stenographer Mock Test - 2 - SSC Stenographer MCQ

The logic followed here is:
Option 1) ZWSH

Option 2) FCYB

Option 3) PMIR

Option 4) GDAZ

Here, 'GDAZ' is odd among the given options.
Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

Explanation: The correct image of the given figure when mirror is placed at 'PQ' is :

Hence, option 3 is the correct answer.

The logic followed here is,

Row wise →

Difference of first and second number =

First row:

10 - 6 = 4 ⇒

Second row,

9 - 3 = 6 ⇒

Third row,

8 - ? = √9.

8 - ? = 3

? = 8 - 3 = 5

Hence, the missing term is "5".

The logic followed here is :-

Hence, the correct answer is "IUZM".

The logic followed here is:​

• The 1st alphabet is increased by +4.
• The 2nd alphabet is increased by +5.
• The 3rd alphabet is increased by +6.
• The 4th alphabet is increased by +7.

Hence, the correct answer is "QGPR".

The set is given: 25, 5, 20

LOGIC: (First Number - Third Number) = Second Number

In 25, 5, 20 →

(25 - 20) = 5

Similarly;

In 30, 5, 25 →

(30 - 25) = 5

Hence, the correct answer is "30, 5, 25".

Given:

A, B, C, D, E, F and G are seated around a circular table with faces at each other.

1) F is next to the left of C and G is second to the left of C.

2) A is seated third to the left of E.

3) B is between D and E. Who is sitting to the immediate right of B?

So, "E" is sitting to the immediate right of B.

Hence, the correct answer is "option (4)".

The logic followed here is,

Logic: The triangles are getting flipped on consecutive basis (One by one).

Hence, the correct answer is "Option (b)".

Given Statement: D = B > C = F and F < B = E < A
Now, Let's check it one by one.
Option A) A < F → False (F < B = E < A It gives A > F).
Here, A < F is not correct as per given statement.
Option B) F < E → True (F < B = E It gives F < E).
Option C) E = D → True (D = B > C = F and F < B = E < A It gives D = E).
Option D) A > C → True (D = B > C = F and F < B = E < A It gives A > C).
Hence, the correct answer is "Option A".

The correct answer is Billiards.

• When the player strikes his cue ball so that it hits, the red ball and the opponent's cue ball on the same shot known as Canon.
• By scoring canon player gains two points.

Key Points

• Some important terms of Billiards - Cue, Hit, Break Shot, etc.
• Billiards is played on a rectangular table with three balls, one red ball, and two white cue balls, one with a small black dot and one without.
• It is scored in various ways.
• Pankaj Advani is a famous billiards player in India.
• He is also known as 'The billiards Maestro of India'.

Additional Information

• Some important terms for Shooting are Range, Bull's eye, Rapidfire Pistol, etc.
• Golf terms - Mulligan, Bogey, Ballooning, Ball mark, etc.
• Archery is the national game of Bhutan.
  • Archery was adopted as the national game when Bhutan joined the United Nations in 1971.

The correct answer is the 102th Amendment Act.

Key Points

• The 102nd Amendment Act of 2018 granted constitutional status to the National Commission for Backward Classes (NCBC). This amendment inserted Article 338B into the Constitution, formally establishing the NCBC as a constitutional body.
• Previously, the NCBC was established through the National Commission for Backward Classes Act, 1993. However, this act did not provide it with the same level of independence and authority as a constitutional body.

The 102nd Amendment Act significantly enhanced the NCBC's powers and responsibilities. It allows the commission to:

• Examine the condition of socially and educationally backward classes (SEBCs) and recommend measures for their development.
• Investigate complaints of discrimination against SEBCs.
• Propose legislation to protect the rights of SEBCs.
• Monitor the implementation of policies and programs for SEBCs.

• The Andes, the world’s longest mountain range, situated in the South American continent.
• The longest mountain range in the world connects seven countries. This includes Argentina, Chile, Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, and Venezuela. Its total length is 7,000 km.
• The highest peak of Andes is Mount Aconcagua (6,959 metres) on the border of Argentina.
• The Andes is a fold mountain range. Fold mountains are created where two or more of Earth’s tectonic plates are pushed together.

Note-

• Alps- Europe
• Rocky – North America
• Himalaya- Asia

Ref: NCERT

The correct answer is Infrastructure.

Key Points

• Infrastructure refers to the basic physical and organizational structures needed for the operation of a society or enterprise, including transportation, communication, and distribution networks.
• Supporting services in industrial and agricultural production require infrastructure such as roads, rail networks, ports, and airports to transport goods and raw materials.
• Domestic and foreign trade and commerce require infrastructure such as telecommunications networks, internet connectivity, and financial institutions to facilitate transactions.
• Education and communication are also important for economic development, but they are not directly related to providing support services in the main areas of production and trade.

Additional Information

• Education: Education is important for human capital development and innovation, which can contribute to economic growth. However, it is not a direct supporting service in the main areas of production and trade.
• Communication: Communication is essential for the exchange of information and ideas, but it is not a physical infrastructure required for production and trade.
• Trade: Trade refers to the exchange of goods and services between countries or regions, and it requires infrastructure such as transportation and communication networks to facilitate transactions.
• Infrastructure: Infrastructure includes physical structures such as roads, bridges, ports, and airports, as well as organizational structures such as financial institutions and regulatory frameworks. It is essential for economic development and growth.

The correct answer is Disobedience Movement.

Key Points

• Salt Satyagraha:-
  • It is also known as the Salt March or Dandi March, was a significant act of nonviolent civil disobedience led by Mahatma Gandhi in colonial India.
  • The 24-day march, which lasted from March 12 to April 5, 1930, was a direct action campaign of tax resistance and nonviolent protest against the British salt monopoly.
  • Gandhi and his followers walked over 240 miles from Sabarmati Ashram in Ahmedabad to Dandi, a coastal village in Gujarat, to make salt from seawater.
  • This act of defiance was a symbolic protest against the British Salt Acts of 1882, which gave the British government a monopoly on the production and sale of salt in India.
  • The Salt Satyagraha had a profound impact on the Indian independence movement.
  • It galvanized public support for Gandhi and his philosophy of nonviolence, and it brought international attention to the struggle for Indian independence.
  • The march also inspired other nonviolent resistance movements around the world.

Additional Information

• Quit India Movement:-
  • The Quit India Movement was a nonviolent civil disobedience movement launched in August 1942 to demand the immediate withdrawal of British rule from India.
  • The movement was led by Mahatma Gandhi and the Indian National Congress.
• Champaran Satyagraha:-
  • The Champaran Satyagraha was a farmer's uprising that took place in Champaran district of Bihar, India, in 1917.
  • The farmers were protesting against the British indigo planters' exploitative system of forced cultivation and low prices.
• Kheda Satyagraha:-
  • The Kheda Satyagraha was a nonviolent peasant movement that took place in Kheda, Gujarat, India, in 1918.
  • The peasants were protesting against the British government's insistence on collecting taxes despite the widespread damage caused by a famine.

The correct answer is high, 210.

Key Points

• Cotton thrives in high temperatures, which promotes optimal growth and development.
• It requires light rainfall or proper irrigation to provide the necessary moisture for its growth.
• Cotton cultivation requires a significant number of frost-free days, typically around 210, to ensure the plant's survival and uninterrupted growth.
• Bright sunshine is crucial for cotton plants as they require ample sunlight for photosynthesis, which is essential for their growth and the production of cotton fibres.

Additional Information

• Kharif crops
  • Kharif Crops are planted at the onset of the South-West monsoon, primarily in India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh, during the rainy season.
  • The sowing of these crops takes place between the months of June and July.
  • Upon reaching maturity, typically in October, these crops are harvested in the Autumn season.
  • Examples of Kharif crops include rice, cotton, corn, sugarcane, turmeric, pigeon pea, and more.
• Rabi crops
  • Rabi Crops are cultivated during the winter season in regions with a subtropical climate.
  • They include important crops like wheat, barley, oats, chickpeas, and peas.
  • The Sowing of Rabi crops takes place between October and December.
  • These crops require cooler temperatures and lesser rainfall compared to Kharif crops.
  • Rabi crops play a crucial role in ensuring food security and contribute significantly to the agricultural economy.
• Zaid crops
  • Zaid Crops are grown during the summer season in regions with a tropical climate.
  • These crops are typically cultivated between the months of March and June.
  • Zaid crops are known for their quick growth and shorter duration compared to Kharif and Rabi crops.
  • Examples of Zaid crops include cucumber, watermelon, bitter gourd, maize, and cowpea.
  • These crops are often irrigated using modern techniques and are harvested before the onset of the monsoon season.

The correct answer is HDFC Bank

In News

• HDFC Bank has launched "GIGA," a financial suite tailored for India's gig workers and freelancers, addressing their diverse financial needs.

Key Points

• GIGA includes a flexible savings account with a minimum balance requirement of Rs 10,000 in metro/urban areas and Rs 5,000 in semi-urban/rural areas, and offers options for systematic investment plans, fixed deposits, and recurring deposits.
• The suite features a GIGA Business Debit Card providing accelerated cashback and personal accidental death cover up to Rs 10 lakh.
• A GIGA Business Credit Card offers an interest-free credit period of 55 days, an accelerated rewards program, and curated offers for co-working spaces, upskilling, and gig platform memberships.
• Health insurance through HDFC Ergo is available starting at Rs 20 per day, covering gig workers and their families.
• GIGA also includes specialized retail asset products such as collateral-free business loans, car loans, two-wheeler loans, and gold loans with quick disbursement.
• Flexible investment options are offered through HDFC AMC, allowing freelancers to invest according to their financial capacity, and the SmartHub Vyapaar solution supports seamless domestic payment collections.
• Partnerships with Razorpay and Payoneer enable freelancers to collect payments from both domestic and international clients, facilitating transactions in 11 major currencies across 190+ countries.

The correct answer is 'Stingy'.
Key Points

• 'Lavish' is an adjective that describes something very generous or abundant. It can also describe something luxurious or opulent.
• The word 'stingy' means unwilling to give or spend; ungenerous, which is the opposite of being lavish or generous.
• The other options provided - 'Earthy', 'Overboard', and 'Superior' - are not antonyms of 'lavish'.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option C.

The correct answer is 'Bamboo shoots are being eaten by the panda'.
Key Points

• First step to be followed while changing an active voice to passive is to identify the type of sentence.
• The given sentence is assertive.
• An assertive sentence begins with a subject and ends with a full stop (.).
• The general form while converting active voice to passive : object + given auxiliary + to be form + V₃ + by + subject.
  • The object of the given sentence is 'bamboo shoots' and subject is 'the panda'.
    • The subject of active voice becomes the object in passive voice.
  • Add suitable auxiliary or helping verb according to the tense of the sentence.
  • Change the verb into past participle form.
    • 'eating' to 'being eaten'.
  • Add preposition 'by'.
• Option C follows all the rules.
• Hence, option C is the correct answer.

Therefore, the correct sentence is -'Bamboo shoots are being eaten by the panda'.

The correct answer is 'The storm blew out the fire that we had started accidentally.'

Key Points

• The 'voice' of a verb tells us whether the subject of the sentence performs or receives the action.
• The given sentence is in the passive voice.
• While changing a sentence from passive voice to active voice, the object and subject are interchanged with each other, i.e. object of the passive sentence becomes the subject of the active sentence and vice versa. Their cases also change accordingly.
  • The subject is 'The fire,' the verb is 'was blown out' and the object is 'the storm.'
• The given sentence follows the following sentence format and will convert as it has been given next:
  • Passive voice: Subject + was/were (*depending on the subject) + past participle + by object.
  • Active voice: Subject (*object of the passive sentence) + simple past verb + object (*subject of the passive sentence).
• For example, 'Jatin washed the car' ⇒ 'The car was washed by Jatin.'
• So, the given sentence in active is as follows: 'The storm blew out the fire that we had started accidentally.'

Hence, the correct answer is Option A.
Mistake Points

• The adjectival relative clause 'that we had started accidentally' has a verb in past perfect. Do not confuse it with the main verb 'was blown out.'

• The phrase "Quaking in one's boots" is an English idiomatic expression which means to be extremely frightened or scared. (डर के मारे कांपना)
  • Example: When the boss entered the room, he was quaking in his boots as he wasn't finished with his work.
• The phrase 'Extremely frightened' also denotes the same expression of being scared. (बहुत डरा हुआ)
  • Example: When he saw the ghost, he was extremely frightened.

• Option 1: 'Quietly listening' is an English expression which means to listen without making any noise. (चुपचाप सुनना)
• Option 2: 'Fast runner' is an expression used for someone who can run very fast. (तेज़ दौड़नेवाला)
• Option 3: 'Arriving late' means reaching somewhere after the expected or usual time. (देर से पहुँचना)

​The correct answer is "as"

Key Points

• The theme of the passage is the moral degradation of Indian society over a period of time(from ancient times to the contemporary period).
• In the given sentence, there needs to be a preposition since the blank is followed by a noun.
• The preposition 'as' is used when we are describing the role or purpose of a person or thing in a sentence.
• Here as is used to state the reason why Indians are praised.
  • Example: Her face was pale as she had a fever.

The complete passage is:- In ancient times, Hieun Tsang, a Chinese traveller came to India during the (1)reign of KingHarsha. He praised the Indians (2)as ‘people with pure moral principles’. In 2014, India (3)ranked 85th in the corruption perception index of the Transparency International. What (4)a downfall! Isn’t it ironical that we Indians (5)swear by the ideals of honesty and integrity, self-denial and (6)sacrifice but in practice willingly resort to the (7) vilest forms of corruption to promote our interests? The (8)malaise of corruption is eating into the (9) vitals of our society and we have become helpless (10) onlookers of our own degradation.

The correct answer is "​vilest"

Key Points

• The theme of the passage is the moral degradation of Indian society over a period of time(from ancient times to the contemporary period).
• In the given sentence, the word vile is an adjective.
• A superlative degree is always preceded by the article 'the'.
  • Example: Mariam's dog is the vilest creature in the locality according to her neighbors.
• As the blank is preceded by 'the', the word that must fit the blank should be a superlative degree adjective.
• Among the given options, 'vilest' is a superlative degree adjective.

Hence, the correct answer is: vilest.

The complete passage is:- In ancient times, Hieun Tsang, a Chinese traveller came to India during the (1)reign of KingHarsha. He praised the Indians (2)as ‘people with pure moral principles’. In 2014, India (3)ranked 85th in the corruption perception index of the Transparency International. What (4)a downfall! Isn’t it ironical that we Indians (5)swear by the ideals of honesty and integrity, self-denial and (6)sacrifice but in practice willingly resort to the (7) vilest forms of corruption to promote our interests? The (8)malaise of corruption is eating into the (9) vitals of our society and we have become helpless (10) onlookers of our own degradation.

The correct answer is "​vitals"

Key Points

• The theme of the passage is the moral degradation of Indian society over a period of time(from ancient times to the contemporary period).
• Let's look at the meaning of the words
• vitals: the body's important internal organs.
• threats: a statement of an intention to inflict pain, injury, damage, or other hostile action on someone in retribution for something done or not done.
• imperative: of vital importance; crucial.
• necessity: the pressure of circumstance
  • Example: The nurse checked the patient's vitals before he was taken for surgery.

The complete passage is:- In ancient times, Hieun Tsang, a Chinese traveller came to India during the (1)reign of KingHarsha. He praised the Indians (2)as ‘people with pure moral principles’. In 2014, India (3)ranked 85th in the corruption perception index of the Transparency International. What (4)a downfall! Isn’t it ironical that we Indians (5)swear by the ideals of honesty and integrity, self-denial and (6)sacrifice but in practice willingly resort to the (7) vilest forms of corruption to promote our interests? The (8)malaise of corruption is eating into the (9) vitals of our society and we have become helpless (10) onlookers of our own degradation.

The correct answer is 'Option A'.

Key Points
Let's understand the meaning of the given and the marked word:

• Corporal - of or relating to the body
  • Example - At school, he was fearful of regular corporal punishment.
• Physical - connected with your body rather than your mind. (शारीरिक)
  • ​Example - She tries to keep herself in good physical condition.

Thus, Corporal is the correct synonym for Physical.

Additional Information
Let's understand the meaning of the other given options:

• Mental - connected with or happening in the mind; involving the process of thinking. (मन से संबंधित या मन में होने वाला, मानसिक; जिसमें सोचने की प्रक्रिया चले, दिमाग़ी)
• Immaterial - not important (महत्चहीन)
• Ethereal - extremely delicate and light, in a way that seems unreal; of heaven or the spirit. (अत्‍यंत कोमल और हलका, अवास्‍तविक जैसा; पारलौकिक)

The correct answer is “PQSR”.
Key Points

• S1 sets up a premise about the importance of energy sources in economies.
• “P” illustrates a historical progression of energy sources, which naturally follows the premise by giving a background.
• “Q” introduces the current shift towards renewable energy, logically following the historical context provided by “P”.
• “S” amplifies “Q” by addressing the sustainability concerns with previous energy sources, making a case for the shift towards renewables.
• By detailing these transitions, “R” explains how each shift redefined various economic aspects, directly leading into S6's conclusion about the impact of these transitions.

Hence, the correct answer is ‘Option B’

The correct answer is 'The manager ordered the employee to file those papers immediately. '.

Key Points

• The given speech is direct speech.
• To change a sentence of direct speech into indirect speech there are various factors are considered, such as reporting verbs, modals, time, place, pronouns, tenses, etc.
• In the sentence, the manager has given the order to the employee.
• Hence, 'said to' will be changed to 'ordered'.
• When the reporting verb of direct speech is in past tense then all the present tenses are changed to the corresponding past tense in indirect speech.
• Hence, the indirect speech will be - The manager ordered the employee to file those papers immediately.

Hence, the correct answer is Option 1.

Important Points

• The tenses of direct speech do not change if the reporting verb is in the future tense or present tense.
• In indirect speech, tenses do not change if the words used within the quotes (‘’) talk of a habitual action or universal truth.

The correct answer is '(i) and (ii).'

Key Points

• Statements (i) and (iii) are the examples of subject-verb agreement whereas statement (ii) and (iv) are the example of the present perfect tense.
• Subject-verb agreement: It states that the verb corresponding to the singular subject will be singular and the verb corresponding to the plural subject will be plural.
  • Example:
    • He is planning a trip to Manali.
    • They are planning a trip to Manali.
• In statements (i) and (iii), the subject of the sentence i.e. 'India' is singular therefore will require a singular verb. Therefore, statement (i) is grammatically correct while statement (iii) is grammatically incorrect.
• Present perfect tense: Present perfect tense is used to describe an action that started in past, finished in past but has a relation with the present.
• Structure of present perfect tense:
  • Subject + has+ third form of verb.
    • Example: This is the third time you have entered without permission.
• Statement (iv) is grammatically incorrect because it is using the first form of verb i.e. 'leave' with auxiliary verb 'has' whereas statement (ii) is grammatically correct.

The correct answer is Option (b) i.e. 'retrieve'.

Key Points

• The given sentence implies that the utensils are damaged badly, it is impossible to do something.
• Retrieve : (पुनः प्राप्त करना) - To get or bring (something) back from somewhere.
  • Example: The dog was trained to retrieve the ball.
• Though the other options are close in meaning, 'retrieve' is the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

Therefore, the complete sentence is "The fire damaged the utensils so much that it was impossible to retrieve them."

Additional Information

• Retreat : (वापसी) - To move back or withdraw.
  • Example: After the storm, the waves retreated from the shore.
• Retract : (वापस लेना) - To draw or pull something back or back in.
  • Example: He had to retract his statement after realizing his mistake.
• Retrace : (पुनः अनुसरण करना) - To go back over again especially either in physical space or in a thought or speech.
  • Example: I had to retrace my steps to find my lost keys.

The correct answer is "Option A".

Key Points

• The given word is "entire".
• Entire: It refers to complete or whole, without any part being left out. (संपूर्ण)
  • Example: My dream is to travel the entire world.
• In the context of the sentence "entire" describes the complete structure of the London Eye.
• Hence, "entire" should be used in the given sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is "Option A".

Complete Sentence: The London Eye, formally known as Millennium Wheel, was officially called the British Airways London Eye and then the Merlin Entertainments London Eye. The London Eye, a giant Ferris Wheel, is situated (I) on the banks of the River Thames in London, England. Since 20 January 2011, its official name is the EDP Energy London Eye following a three-year sponsorship deal. The (II) entire structure is 135 m tall and the wheel has a diameter of 120 m or 394 feet. This Ferris Wheel, which is the tallest in Europe, claims to be the most popular paid tourist (III)_______ in the United Kingdom. It is visited by over 3.5 million people annually making it London’s most popular tourist attraction for which an admission fee is charged and is sometimes credited with sparking a worldwide revival of Ferris wheel Construction When erected in 1999 it was the tallest Ferris wheel in the world. Until (IV)__________ first by the 160 m Star of Nanchang in 2006 and then the 165 m Singapore Flyer in 2008. (V)_________ by an A-frame on the side only, the Eye is described as ‘the world’s tallest cantilevered observation wheel’. It provides the highest public viewing point and can be considered as the 20th tallest structure in London.

Additional InformationLet's look at the meaning of the given words:

• Remedial: This means providing a remedy or solution to a problem. (उपाय)
• Deceptive: This means giving an impression or appearance that is misleading or false. (धोखे से भरा हुआ)
• Generous: This means showing a readiness to give more of something, that is strictly necessary or expected. (उदार)

The correct answer is: 'gradual'.

Key Points

• ​The most appropriate option to fill the blank is: 'gradual'. (क्रमिक)
• The word 'gradual' is an 'Adjective' meaning 'taking place or progressing slowly or by degrees'.
  • Example: There was a long and gradual slope down to the river.

Therefore, the correct answer is: 'Option D'.

Correct sentence: Global warming is a significant (1) environmental issue that requires immediate attention. The (2) emission of greenhouse gases in the atmosphere has led to a (3) gradual increase in average temperatures worldwide. This phenomenon (4)_____ various adverse effects on the environment, including (5)_____ weather patterns and rising sea levels.

Additional Information

• 'temporary' means lasting for a limited time.(अस्थायी)
• 'ineffective' means not producing any significant or desired effect.(प्रभावहीन)
• 'large' means considerable or relatively great size.(बड़ा)