SSC Stenographer Mock Test - 4 - SSC Stenographer MCQ

After unfolding the paper the figure formed is as shown below :

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

Here, we will look at the code

'I' = 'Ha'

'like' = 'Ho'

'you' = 'He'

Therefore, from "you like me" written as "He, Ho, Haa

you = He

like = Ho

me = Haa

Hence, the correct answer is option(A)

Given:

Statements:

I. All buildings are towers.

II. No tower is a shop.

III. Some shops are offices.

The least possible Venn diagram for the given statements is:

Conclusions:

I. Some offices are towers. → False (There is no definite relation is given between office and towers so, it can be possible only).

II. No building is a shop. → True (It is given that all building are towers and no tower is shop, it clearly states that No building is a shop).

So, only Conclusion II follows.

Hence, the correct answer is 'Option C.

Given: 30 × 5 ÷ 25 + 16 + 10 = 20

By interchanging numbers one by one by using BODMAS rule we get,

Option A : 5 and 25

30 × 25 ÷ 5 + 16 + 10 = 20

30 × 5 + 16 + 10 = 20

150 + 16 + 10 = 20

176 ≠ 20

Option B : 20 and 30

By interchanging numbers one by one by using BODMAS rule we get,

20 × 5 ÷ 25 + 16 + 10 = 30

20 × 1/5 + 16 + 10 = 30

4 + 16 + 10 = 30

30 = 30

Option C : 16 and 25

By interchanging numbers one by one by using BODMAS rule we get,

30 × 5 ÷ 16 + 25 + 10 = 20

9.37 + 25 + 10 = 20

44.37 ≠ 20

Option D: 5 and 10

By interchanging numbers one by one by using BODMAS rule we get,

30 × 10 ÷ 25 + 16 + 5 = 20

30 × 0.4 + 16 + 5 = 20

12 + 16 + 5 = 20

33 ≠ 20

Hence, "Option B" is the correct answer.

Let's count the number of triangles in the figure,

So, there are '14' triangles in the given figure.
Hence, the correct answer is "Option (A)".

According to the given information:

1. Arpit started from his office and travelled 2 km towards west,
2. then turned right and travelled 2 km and then turned left and travelled 3 km.
3. From there he took a bus which travelled straight towards North and travelled 10 km by this bus and reached his home.

The following diagram can be deduced,

The shortest distance between his home and office:

• The least distance will be the hypotenuse of triangles.
  • Shortest distance (?²) = 122 + 52 =144 + 25 = 169
  • So the total distance becomes = 13 km.

​Hence, the correct answer is "13 km".

Given: 14th Feb 2022 was Monday.
Now, 2020 to 2022 = 2 Years.
In 2 years, 1 Leap year and 1 ordinary years.
Total odd days from 14th Feb 2020 to 14th Feb 2022 = (1 × 2) + (1 × 1) = 2 + 1 = 3 days.
So, 14th Feb 2020 was = Monday - 3 = Friday.
Hence, the correct option is "Option A".

The positional values of the alphabets are as follows:

The logic followed here is as follows:

Similarly,

So, DREAM will be coded as "ESGDP".

Hence, the correct option is "Option 2".

The correct answer is Both 1 and 2.

In News

• MGNREGA stands for Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act.
• Earlier the act was known as Mahatma Gandhi Employment Guarantee Act.

Key Points

• P.V. Narasimha Rao first introduced the law in 1991. Hence statement 1 is correct.
• MGNREGA Act was passed on 23 August 2005 and was implemented in February 2006 under the UPA government of Prime Minister Manmohan Singh. Hence statement 2 is correct.
• Former Prime Minister, Shri P V Narasimha Rao, and former Finance Minister, Dr Manmohan Singh introduced the LPG Reforms in India on July 24, 1991.
  • Hence option 2 is correct.
• MGNREGA aims to enhance livelihood and security in rural areas by providing at least 100 days of wage employment in a financial year to every household whose adult members volunteer to do unskilled manual work
• Under the MGNREGA scheme, employment is provided within 5 Km of an applicant's residence.
• The act was launched on 2nd February 2006.
• It is the largest and most ambitious social security and public works program in the world.
• The act was earlier implemented in 625 districts of India and aimed to cover all districts of India.
• In the "World Development Report" of 2014, the World Bank termed it a "Stellar example of rural development".
• MGNREGA is mainly implemented by gram panchayats.

The correct answer is Arunachal Pradesh.

Key Points

• Mopin a festival of the Galo tribe of Arunachal Pradesh is celebrated in April every year.
  • The Mopin festival is an important festival of the Galong tribe of Arunachal Pradesh which is celebrated in the month of Lumi (April) every year.
  • Mopin is thought to bring wealth and prosperity to households and to the Gallon community as a whole. It is also believed that the festival drives away evil shadows and spreads God’s blessing of universal happiness.

Additional Information

• Doljatra, also known as Dolyatra is a regional public holiday in the Indian state of West Bengal.
  • It may also be known as Dol Purnima in Assam and Odisha.
  • It is celebrated on the same day as Holi, the last full moon in the Hindu calendar, and also has the moniker 'Festival of Colours'.
• Ali-Aye-Ligang is a spring festival associated with agriculture, especially with the beginning of the Ahu paddy cultivation.
  • It is celebrated by the Missing or Mishing an indigenous tribe of Assam, India.
  • The festival marks the onset of sowing seeds.
• Me-Dam-Me-Phi is the most important Ancestor worship communal festival in the Ahom religion celebrated by the Ahom people on 31 January every year in memory of the departed.

The correct answer is Arabic.
 Key Points 

• Al-Biruni's famous work 'Kitab-ul-Hind' is a composition in the Arabic language.

• It is a famous Arabic text wherein he comments on Indian Sciences, Hindu religious beliefs, customs, and Social organisation.

• He was a renowned philosopher, a mathematician, and a historian.

• He came in contact with Mahmud when he had invaded Khiva and he was presented before him as a prisoner.

• He came to India with Mahmud and lived here for many years.

• The Indian culture attracted him and he learned Sanskrit.

• He studied Indian philosophy.

The correct answer is 1 hour.

Key Points

• The first hour of every parliamentary sitting is slotted for the Question Hour. However, in 2014 the Question Hour was shifted in the Rajya Sabha from 11 am to 12 noon.
  • During this one hour, Members of Parliament (MPs) ask questions to ministers and hold them accountable for the functioning of their ministries.
  • The questions can also be asked to the private members (MPs who are not ministers).
• Regulation: It is regulated according to parliamentary rules.
  • The presiding officers of both Houses (Rajya Sabha and Lok Sabha) are the final authority with respect to the conduct of Question Hour.
• Kinds of Questions: There are three types of questions asked.
  • Starred question (distinguished by an asterisk)- this requires an oral answer and hence supplementary questions can follow.
  • Unstarred question- this requires a written answer and hence, supplementary questions cannot follow.
  • A short notice question is one that is asked by giving a notice of fewer than ten days. It is answered orally.

The correct answer is Protein.

• Table showing Deficiency, Scientific name of Vitamins, and Diseases caused.

Key Points

The correct answer is J K Rowling.

Key Points

• J.K. Rowling:-
  • She is a British author best known for writing the Harry Potter fantasy series including ‘Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban’ which has sold over 500 million copies, been translated into 80 languages, and was the basis for a series of films.
  • Rowling has been praised for her imaginative storytelling and her ability to create characters that have resonated with millions of readers around the world. She has also been criticized for some of her views on transgender issues.
  • In addition to the Harry Potter series, Rowling has written several other books, including The Casual Vacancy (2012) and a series of detective novels under the pseudonym Robert Galbraith. She is also the founder of Volant Charitable Trust, which supports multiple sclerosis research and care initiatives.

Additional Information

• Stephen King:-
  • He is an American author of horror, suspense, and fantasy novels.
  • His books have sold over 350 million copies worldwide, making him one of the best-selling authors of all time. King's most famous works include Carrie, The Shining, It, and The Dark Tower series.
  • He has also written many screenplays, including Stand by Me and The Shawshank Redemption.
• George Eliot:-
  • He was an English novelist, poet, and essayist, known for her realism and psychological insight.
  • Her masterpiece, Middlemarch, is considered one of the greatest novels in the English language.
  • Eliot's other major works include The Mill on the Floss and Silas Marner. She was also a prominent intellectual and social critic, and her essays on a variety of topics helped to shape Victorian thought.
• Salman Rushdie:-
  • He is an Indian-born British-American novelist known for his magical realism, satire, and postcolonial themes.
  • His most famous work, The Satanic Verses, was the subject of a fatwā (religious decree) issued by Iran's Ayatollah Ruhollah Khomeini in 1989, calling for Rushdie's death for alleged blasphemy.
  • Rushdie went into hiding for several years, but he has since emerged as a leading voice for free speech and human rights. His other major works include Midnight's Children, The Moor's Last Sigh, and Shalimar the Clown.

The correct answer is IIT Hyderabad

In News

• The Centre for in-situ and Correlative Microscopy (CISCoM) was inaugurated at Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IIT-H) on September 8, 2024.

Key Points

• The inauguration was attended by Abhay Karandikar, Secretary of the Department of Science and Technology (DoST), B.S. Murty, Director of IIT-H, and other senior faculty members.
• CISCoM is aimed at providing real-time characterization across multiple length scales to support fundamental and industrial research and development (R&D).
• The project received a grant of ₹60 crore from DoST, and an additional ₹20 crore was contributed by 17 academic and industrial organizations, including NITs, UoH, TGCHE, CBIT, Dr. Reddy’s, IICT, ARCI, CCMB, and Bharat Biotech.
• The centre's goal is to facilitate collaboration among scientists from diverse disciplines, including physical sciences, chemistry, biology, and pharmaceuticals, using advanced microscopy techniques.

Additional Information

• The establishment of CISCoM is expected to enhance research capabilities and foster collaboration between institutions, strengthening India's research and innovation landscape.
• Abhay Karandikar emphasized the importance of high-end research infrastructure in building a robust research culture.
• B.S. Murty highlighted the centre's role in empowering scientists and supporting innovative solutions through advanced microscopy.
• The inauguration event was also attended by B.V.R. Mohan Reddy, Chairman of the Board of Governors at IIT-H, Basuthkar Jagadeeshwar Rao, Vice-Chancellor of UoH, and Krishna Ella, Chairperson of Bharat Biotech International.
• The new facility aims to support both national and global research efforts by improving education and research capabilities in the country.

The correct answer is 'will'
Key Points

• In English grammar, "will" is used to express future actions decided at the moment of speaking or predicting future events.
• In this case, the sentence talks about a future action, specifically, ordering the army to open fire.\

Therefore, the most appropriate option to fill in the blank is "will".
The completed sentence reads: "Rumours spread that he will soon order the army to open fire."
Additional Information

• Let's understand why the other options are not appropriate:
  • "will be" - This option is inappropriate as it is used when referring to future actions that have already been planned or are certain to happen. This form often comes with a specific time reference. However, the sentence is about a speculative action (rumored), not a confirmed one, and there's no specific time reference.
  • "would be" - This form is used for hypothetical or possible actions, usually in if-clauses or when reporting speech. Although there's an element of uncertainty in the sentence (rumours), the context doesn't fit the hypothetical nature that would require the use of "would be".
  • "would have" - This form is used to describe unreal or hypothetical actions in the past. It often comes in if-clauses when expressing regrets, or missed opportunities. This sentence is not referring to a past hypothetical situation, so "would have" doesn't fit.

Here the correct answer is Explanation.

Key Points

• The word "description" refers to the act of providing details, characteristics, or an account of something. It involves giving a verbal or written representation of a person, object, event, or concept. "Description" helps create a clear and vivid image or understanding of the subject being described.
• Examples of using "description" in sentences:
  • She provided a detailed description of the crime scene to the police.
  • The novel was praised for its rich and vivid descriptions of the exotic locations.
• ​Now let's examine the other options and their meanings:
• Obscurity: "Obscurity" refers to the state of being unknown, unclear, or lacking visibility. It is the opposite of clarity and can denote being hidden or difficult to understand.
  • Example: The author's writing style is known for its deliberate obscurity, leaving readers to interpret the meaning for themselves.
• Creation: "Creation" refers to the act of making or producing something new. It implies bringing into existence or forming something that did not previously exist.
  • Example: The artist's latest creation was a stunning sculpture made from recycled materials.
• Madness: "Madness" refers to a state of mental instability or irrational behavior. It denotes a lack of reason, coherence, or sanity.
  • Example: The chaotic scene at the protest descended into madness as clashes between protesters and police escalated.
• While options 1, 2, and 4 have their own meanings, they do not serve as appropriate synonyms for "description" in the given context.
• Only option 3, "Explanation," aligns with the meaning of "description" by emphasizing the act of providing information, clarifying details, or offering an account.
• Therefore, the correct answer is option 3, "Explanation."

The correct answer is 'Uneven distribution of access to technology and internet'.
Key Points

• The digital divide is highlighted as a challenge where access to technology and the internet is not evenly distributed.
• This disparity can lead to further inequalities in areas like education, job opportunities, and information.
• Bridging this divide is essential to ensure that everyone can benefit from the opportunities presented by the digital age.
• Addressing this divide is crucial for equitable growth and development.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option A.

The correct answer is option B) gave him complete freedom to pursue his interests.
Key Points

• Refer to the lines:
  • "His mother Nancy had the insight to realize that her child was special and required deft handling. She took him out of school, taught him herself at home and gave him a free hand to pursue his interests."
  • "It was a very wise decision. Formal education and rigid discipline might have extinguished the spark of creativity in this gifted child, and the loss would have been the world's."
• The passage states that Edison's mother, Nancy, had the insight to realize that her child was special and required deft handling. She took him out of school and taught him herself at home.
• Furthermore, she gave him a free hand to pursue his interests.
• This indicates that Nancy provided Edison with complete freedom to explore and follow his passions.

Therefore, the correct answer is option B.

The correct answer is option B) designing and building appliances.
Key Points

• Refer to the lines: "Young Edison made full use of the freedom given by his mother. He eagerly devoured books on physics, chemistry, etc., but never accepted any statement without testing it out for himself. Designing and constructing gadgets by himself was an all-consuming passion with him."
• The passage mentions that young Edison made full use of the freedom given by his mother and had a passion for designing and constructing gadgets by himself.
• It states that designing and constructing gadgets was an all-consuming passion for him.
• This indicates that Edison showed great interest in designing and building appliances.

The correct answer is 'dishonest'.

Key Points

• In English, "upright" in the context of character, refers to a person who is honest and has high moral standards. ("ईमानदार").
  • Example: He is an upright citizen who always pays his taxes.
• "Dishonest" means behaving or prone to behave in an untrustworthy, deceitful, or insincere way. ("बेईमान").
  • Example: He was dishonest in his dealings and cheated many people.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 1'.

Additional Information

• "Vertical" refers to the direction or position. ("खड़ा")
• "Upstanding" means having a good and moral character. ("सम्मानित")
• "Straightstanding" is not a commonly used term in English and does not present an opposite meaning to an upright character.

The correct answer is "To complain loudly against".
Key Points

• The phrase "Cry out against" in English typically means to protest strongly or complain loudly against something or someone. ("खुलकर शिकायत करना".)
  • For example, "The citizens began to cry out against the unfair taxes imposed by the government."
• The idiomatic phrase "To complain loudly against" ("बुलंद आवाज में विरोध करना".)
  • Example : "The residents started to complain loudly against the illegal construction in their neighborhood."
• Therefore, the correct answer is "Option B".

Additional Information

• 'To weep on being defeated' "हारने पर रोना".
• 'Child-like behaviour' "बालपन जैसा व्यवहार".
• 'To be angry on others' "दूसरों पर गुस्सा करना".

The correct answer is 'Radha, you look smashing in that golden saree.'

Key Points

• If the sentence spoken by the speaker is written without any change, the sentence is said to be in the direct speech.
  • For eg.- Jaya said, "Let me finish this work for you."
• Of the given options, it can be observed that the statement 'Radha, you look smashing in that golden saree.' is in direct speech.
• It is therefore not an example of indirect speech.
• Hence, option D is the correct answer.

Additional Information

• If the sentence spoken by the speaker is changed by the narrator following certain rules, it is called the Indirect Speech.
  • For eg.- Jaya informed that she will finish the work for me.

The correct answer is "he sold the dog to an unknown man for a price."
Key Points

• In the given options, the most appropriate answer is 'he sold the dog to an unknown man for a price.'
• The elephant keeper sold the dog to an unknown man for a price.
• The answer to the question is given in the second paragraph.
• Then one day, a man saw the Dog and asked the Elephant-keeper, "I want to buy this Dog. What price do you want for it?" The Elephant keeper didn't own the Dog but sold it and extracted a sum of money from this deal.
• Though the elephant keeper didn't own the dog, he sold the dog because he can get a good deal.
• Therefore, the correct answer is option A.

The correct answer is "The bond of friendship."
Key Points

• In the given options, the most appropriate answer is 'The bond of friendship.'
• The most appropriate title for the passage is the bond of friendship.
• This is the story of friendship between animals.
• An elephant and a dog became good friends but they got separated due to a greedy human.
• In the end, when the sorrow of both animals was unbearable then kindness wins over greediness and both animals live together happily.
• This story teaches us a lot of morals and good things.
• It tells us how friendship is not restricted to people or animals of the same species.
• How friendship is a beautiful connection that makes you extremely happy.
• People should not lie because of greed.
• Greedy people never are happy in life.
• Therefore, the correct answer is option D.

The correct answer is: Melancholic
Key Points

• Jubilant means feeling or expressing great happiness and triumph. (अत्यधिक ख़ुशी और विजय महसूस करना या व्यक्त करना)
  • Example: The team was jubilant after winning the championship.
• Marked option Melancholic means feeling or expressing sadness or depression. (दुःख या अवसाद को महसूस करना या व्यक्त करना)
  • Example: Despite the festivities, her face remained melancholic, revealing a hidden sorrow.

Thus, option 4 is the correct answer.

Additional Information

• Indifferent means having no particular interest or sympathy; unconcerned. (कोई विशेष रुचि या सहानुभूति न होना; उदासीन)
• Thoughtful means showing consideration for the needs of other people. (अन्य लोगों की ज़रूरतों के प्रति विचार दिखाना)
• Gay means happy and carefree. (खुश और लापरवाह)

The correct answer is 'Option (d)' i.e. 'look at'.

Key Points

• The given sentence "Don’t see into my phone" is incorrect as it uses the wrong verb and preposition combination.
• In English, when referring to examining or inspecting something closely, such as a mobile phone screen, we use the verb 'look' paired with the preposition 'at', not 'see into'.
• 'Look at' is commonly used when directing someone’s gaze towards a specific object or focus point and is appropriate for the context provided.
• Hence, the correct answer is- 'look at'.

Therefore, the correct sentence is "Don’t look at my phone."

Additional Information

• 'Option (a) - watch into': 'Watch into' is not a standard phrase in English and thus is not a suitable replacement.
• 'Option (b) - watch through': 'Watch through' suggests viewing something from start to finish, like a movie or a television series, and does not fit in this context.
• 'Option (c) - see through': 'See through' means to understand the truth about someone or something or to see something by looking through a transparent material, neither of which are applicable here.

The correct answer is 'Sadness'.

Key Points

• Contentment is the state of being happy and satisfied. (संतोष)
  • Example- "I felt a deep sense of contentment".
• Sadness means the state of unhappiness or gloom. (उदासी, दुख)
  • Example- he was overcome by a feeling of sadness.
• It is clear from the above explanations the most suitable answer is 'Sadness'.

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option D'.

Additional Information

• Pleasure is the feeling of being happy or satisfied (प्रसन्‍नता या संतुष्टि)
• Greatness is a concept of a state of superiority affecting a person or object in a particular place or area. (महानता, महत्ता, विशालता)
• Meanness is the quality of being unkind toward other people. (कंजूसी, संकुचित मनोवृत्ति)

The correct answer is 'Option A.'

Key Points

• The verb "wandered" indicates a continuous action in the past.
• The preposition "about" suggests movement around or through an area.
• The preposition "in" indicates the clothing they were wearing.
• Hence, the correct answer is 'Option A.'

Therefore, the correct sentence is 'They wandered about in sheepskins and goatskins in those days.

Additional Information

• Option (B) - "wandered in" misses the aspect of moving around. "Wandered in" suggests entering a place, not moving throughout an area.
• Option (C) - "wander about in" has a grammatical error. The verb needs to be in the past tense to match "those days".
• Option (D) - "wondered in" uses the wrong verb. "Wonder" suggests curiosity or doubt, not physical movement.

Here, the erroneous part is "You will not invited."
Key Points

• The reason for the error in the original sentence lies in the structure of the verb tense.
• In English, when forming the passive voice in future tense, the auxiliary verb "be" is required before the main verb in its past participle form.
• Adding the auxiliary verb "be" after "not" corrects the sentence grammatically.
• In this case, "invited" is the past participle form of the verb "invite."
• So, the corrected structure is "will be invited."
• The addition of the auxiliary verb "be" is necessary for grammatical accuracy in forming the passive voice in future tense.

The correct answer is Option B.

Correct sentence: You will not be invited to any function by them if you don’t attend the marriage.