SSC CGL Tier II English & General Awareness - 10 Free Online Test 2026

The correct answer is: means

Key Points

• As a verb, "means" refers to the action of accomplishing something or using a method to achieve an objective. (किसी उद्देश्य को प्राप्त करने के लिए किसी चीज़ को पूरा करने या किसी विधि का उपयोग करने की क्रिया)
  • For example: He means to complete the project by the end of the week.
• In the present tense, when the subject of a sentence is in the third person singular, we often add 's' to the base form of the verb.
• So, "means" is the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 3.

Additional Information

• "Calls" often refer to the act of making a vocal sound or using a specific term to identify or summon someone or something and it does not fit grammatically in this context. (किसी व्यक्ति या वस्तु को पहचानने या बुलाने के लिए मुखर ध्वनि निकालने या किसी विशिष्ट शब्द का उपयोग करने की क्रिया)
• "Names" are words used to identify specific individuals, things, places, or concepts, it does not convey the same meaning as "means". (विशिष्ट व्यक्तियों, चीज़ों, स्थानों या अवधारणाओं की पहचान करना)
• "Declares" refers to the act of formally stating or making something known, it does not accurately reflect the purpose of filling in the blank. (किसी बात को औपचारिक रूप से बताने या बताने की क्रिया)

The correct answer is: who

Key Points

• 'Who' is used to refer to a person or people.
  • For example: The woman who won the race is my friend.
• In this question, we are referring to a person or people, so 'who' will fill in the blank.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 2.

Additional Information

• 'Which' is used to refer to things or animals.
• 'Whose' is used to show possession.
• 'That' can be used to refer to people or things, but it is not as specific as 'who'.

The correct answer is: hackers

Key Points

• Hackers are individuals with advanced computer skills who gain unauthorized access to computer systems, networks, or data. (हैकर्स उन्नत कंप्यूटर कौशल वाले व्यक्ति होते हैं जो कंप्यूटर सिस्टम, नेटवर्क या डेटा तक अनधिकृत पहुंच प्राप्त करते हैं)
• They may engage in activities such as identifying security vulnerabilities, stealing sensitive information, or disrupting computer systems.
  • For example: The company's database was compromised by a group of skilled hackers.
• So, hackers fit the context of the sentence.

Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.

Additional Information

• Labourers are individuals who perform physical, manual work, often involving tasks related to construction, agriculture, manufacturing, or other hands-on activities. (मजदूर वे व्यक्ति होते हैं जो शारीरिक, शारीरिक कार्य करते हैं, जिनमें अक्सर निर्माण, कृषि, विनिर्माण या अन्य हाथ से चलने वाली गतिविधियों से संबंधित कार्य शामिल होते हैं)
• Engineers are professionals who apply scientific and mathematical principles to design, develop, and create various products, systems, structures, and technologies. (इंजीनियर पेशेवर होते हैं जो विभिन्न उत्पादों, प्रणालियों, संरचनाओं और प्रौद्योगिकियों को डिजाइन करने, विकसित करने और बनाने के लिए वैज्ञानिक और गणितीय सिद्धांतों को लागू करते हैं)
• Smugglers are individuals who engage in illegal activities involving the transportation and trade of goods, often across borders or in violation of customs and legal regulations. (तस्कर ऐसे व्यक्ति होते हैं जो माल के परिवहन और व्यापार से जुड़ी अवैध गतिविधियों में संलग्न होते हैं, अक्सर सीमाओं के पार या सीमा शुल्क और कानूनी नियमों का उल्लंघन करते हुए)

The correct answer is: attacks

Key Points

• "Attacks" is the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
• It is a noun, meaning a violent or hostile action taken against someone or something. (किसी व्यक्ति या वस्तु के विरुद्ध की गई हिंसक या शत्रुतापूर्ण कार्रवाई)
  • For example: The city was struck by a series of coordinated terrorist attacks that left many in shock.
• The sentence suggests that the blank needs a word that describes a violent action, which is why "attacks" is the best choice.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 2.

Additional Information

• "Raids" is a noun meaning a surprise attack or sudden invasion. (अचानक हमला या अचानक आक्रमण)
• "Charges" is a verb meaning to rush forward or make an attack. (आगे बढ़ना या हमला करना)
• "Guards" is a noun meaning a person or group responsible for protecting something or someone. (किसी चीज़ या व्यक्ति की सुरक्षा के लिए जिम्मेदार व्यक्ति या समूह)

The correct answer is: benefits

Key Points

• Benefits are advantages, positive outcomes, or rewards that result from a particular action, situation, or decision. (लाभ, सकारात्मक परिणाम या पुरस्कार हैं जो किसी विशेष कार्य, स्थिति या निर्णय के परिणामस्वरूप होते हैं)
• They are things that contribute positively to a person, group, or situation.
  • For example: The scholarship provides financial benefits to students pursuing higher education.
• So, 'benefits' fit logically in the given blank and has a positive connotation.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 1.

Additional Information

• "Bares" is the third person singular form of the verb "bare," which means to uncover, reveal, or expose something that was previously hidden or covered. (किसी ऐसी चीज़ को उजागर करना, उजागर करना या उजागर करना जो पहले छिपी या ढकी हुई थी)
• Pleasure refers to a feeling of enjoyment, satisfaction, or happiness derived from a positive experience, activity, or situation. (किसी सकारात्मक अनुभव, गतिविधि या स्थिति से प्राप्त आनंद, संतुष्टि या खुशी की भावना)
• Hindrances are obstacles, barriers, or difficulties that impede progress, development, or success. (बाधाएँ या कठिनाइयाँ जो प्रगति, विकास या सफलता में बाधा डालती हैं)

The correct answer is 'Option 3' i.e. 'Lexicographer'.

Key Points

• The person who compiles or edits a dictionary is called a "Lexicographer" (शब्दकोश संपादक).
• Therefore, "Lexicographer" is the most fitting substitute for the phrase "The editor of a dictionary".

Therefore, the correct answer is- 'Lexicographer'.

Additional Information

• "Scenographer" (दृश्य विन्यासकार) designs sets and scenes for theater productions.
• "Stenographer" (आशुलिपिक) specializes in transcribing speech.
• "Hagiographer" (संत चरित्र लेखक) writes about the lives of saints.

The correct answer is 'D'.

Key Points

• The error lies in the 'Part D' of the sentence.
• In the original sentence, "with her hard work" is incorrect because the pronoun "her" does not match the subject of the sentence, which is "He."
• The correct pronoun to use here is "his" to match the possessive form of "He."

Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 4'.

Correct Sentence:
He has been striving his level best to achieve the goal with his hard work.

The correct answer is 'Option 4' i.e. 'Continuation'.

Key Points

• The word that is opposite in meaning to the given word "Abeyance" is "Continuation".
• "Abeyance" means a state of temporary suspension or inactivity.
• It's derived from the Old French "abeance" meaning 'aspiration, desire,' which is semantically opposite to the notion of suspension or inactivity.(निलंबन)
• "Continuation" means the action of carrying on an activity or process.(निरंतरता)
• It represents the continuation of a process or state without interruption, which is the exact opposite of "abeyance".

Therefore, the correct answer is: 'Continuation'.

Additional Information

• Let's go through the options:
  • "Latency" refers to a period where a condition is present but not active or visible. (अवकाशावस्था)
  • "Moratorium" is a temporary suspension of activity, especially a suspension of the enforcement of contracts such as payment of debts.(स्थगन)
  • "Layoff" refers to the act of suspending or terminating employment, often temporarily. (निलंबन)

The correct answer is "Disguise".

Key Points

• "Disguise" is a noun or verb that signifies a change in appearance to hide one's identity, make oneself unrecognizable, or deceive others. For instance, "He used a disguise to escape from the police."
• The definition of disguise perfectly aligns with the given phrase "Change of appearance to deceive or to hide the identity.", which is why "Disguise" is the correct substitution.
• The act of disguising can involve the use of clothing, makeup, masks, or other visible alterations to appearance.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 1

Additional Information

• Dissemble: To conceal one's true motives, feelings, or beliefs; to behave in a false or misleading way.
• Dupe: To deceive or trick someone into believing something false or into making a mistake.
• Display: To show or exhibit something openly and publicly.

The correct answer is "Effusive".

Key Points

• When referring to a writer's style, "effusive" means expressing feelings of gratitude, pleasure, or approval in an unrestrained or heartfelt manner. It appropriately describes a vibrant or exuberant writing style.
• "Effusive" is complimentary, implying praise for the writer's extensive or enthusiastic writing style.
• "Insipid" means lacking flavor or taste and in a discussion about writing, it refers to something that is dull or boring, which does not fit in this context.
• "Ineffable" refers to something that is too great to be expressed in words, and "Ephemeral" refers to something that lasts for a very short time, neither of these words fits the context here.
• Hence, the correct answer is 'option 4'.

The correct answer is 'Option 3' i.e. 'Concoct'.

Key Points

• Fabricate means to create or invent something, often with the intention of deceiving.
• "Concoct" refers to creating or devising, often something that is not true.

Therefore, the correct answer is: 'Concoct'.

Additional Information

Mimic: To imitate or copy the actions, speech, or appearance of someone. (नकल करना)
Detached: Separated or disconnected from something; not emotionally involved or concerned. (अलग)
Flatten: To make something flat or level by pressing or crushing. (समतल करना)

The correct answer is 'Help me in'.

Key Points

• The underlined part 'Helps me in' is incorrect here.
• 'Help me in' will be the correct use here.
• 'My elder sister and her daughter' is a plural subject, so the verb does not get an 'S' with it.
• So, the correct answer is 'Option 2'.

Therefore, the correct sentence is- My elder sister and her daughter help me in my domestic work.

Additional Information

• In English, the -s is only added to regular verbs in the present tense when the subject of the verb is a third person singular subject.
• This -s is different from the plural -s. Do not confuse the two.

The correct answer is '1911'

Key Points

• The text specifically mentions that the practice of foot binding in China ended after a revolution in 1911.
• There were societal and political changes in China during this period.
• Dates are important factual information in texts, as they provide timeline references to events.
• In this case, 1911 is the correct date about the cessation of foot binding, which is consistent with historical records.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4.

The correct answer is 'A & B are correct, C is incorrect'

Key Points

• Assertion A: The practice of foot binding was indeed undertaken in China, with small feet viewed as an indicator of a high social status. This aligns perfectly with information provided in the original passage.
• Assertion B: The text acknowledges that adhering to beauty ideals can influence a woman's social status. This is a theme that runs throughout the text and multiple examples are provided (e.g., the Padung in Burma, foot binding in China).
• Assertion C: This one is incorrect. The text clearly mentions that the use of corsets to create a smaller waistline was common practice in Europe, not Australia.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4.

The erroneous part is option 4) i.e. 'most sophisticated communication system.'

Key Points

• The error lies in the part 'most sophisticated communication system.'
• According to the rules of nouns, after 'one of the' the noun is used in plural form.
• In the given sentence the noun used after 'one of the' is 'the most sophisticated communication system.'
• Here 'system' is singular in the form we have to change it into the plural form 'systems.'
• Therefore in the given sentence, we need to use 'most sophisticated communication systems' in place of 'most sophisticated communication system' to make the sentence grammatically correct.
• Hence, the correct answer is option 4.

Correct sentence: Honeybees use one of the most sophisticated communication systems of any insect.

The erroneous part is option 4) i.e. 'below the trees.'

Key Points

• The error lies in the part 'below the trees.'
• Here we need to replace the preposition 'below' with 'under'.
• Use of 'Below'- it is used to indicate something in a lower position; something less than a certain number; to indicate something written in a lower piece of writing.
• Example:
  • ​The price of the shirt was below forty dollars.
• Use of 'Under'- it is used to refer to a position or place covered by something.
• Example:
  • Raman hid the documents under the bed.
• Therefore in the given sentence, we need to use 'under' in place of 'below' to make the sentence grammatically correct.
• Hence, the correct answer is option 4.

Correct sentence: We played games and ate dinner under the trees, and we found ferns and wildflowers.

The correct answer is "stalk".

Key Points

• A homonym is a word that is spelled and pronounced like another word but has a different meaning.
• Stalk as a noun means one of the long thin parts of a plant on which the flowers and fruits are grown but in this question, the stalk is used as a verb that means to follow a person over a period of time in a frightening or annoying way.
  • Example: The stranger had been stalking her for two years.
• So, the correct homonym to fill in the blank is 'stalk'.

Additional Information

• Laugh at - to say unkind things about someone.
  • Example: The kids laughed at his clothes.
• Adore - to be very fond of, to worship, or honor as a deity.
  • Example: He adores Muskan like there is no tomorrow.
• Like - to find something/someone pleasant or to want.
  • Example: I like chocolates.

The correct answer is 'Our children performed the play on social issues with great professionalism'.

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 (i.e. the subject is acted upon by the object).
• While changing a sentence from passive voice to active voice, the object and subject are interchanged with each other, i.e. subject of the passive sentence becomes the object of the active sentence and vice versa. Their cases also change accordingly.
  • The object here is 'our children', the verb is 'was performed' and the subject is 'the play on social issues'.
• The given sentence follows the following sentence format and will convert as it has been given next:
  • Passive voice: Subject (Object of the Active voice) + was/were + past participle + by + Object (Subject of the Active voice)
  • Active voice: Subject + Simple past verb + Object
• So, the given sentence in active is as follows: 'Our children performed the play on social issues with great professionalism.

Hence, the correct answer is option (4).

The correct spelling is ‘justifiably’ meaning ‘with good reason.’
Ambitious- having or showing a strong desire and determination to succeed
Scepticism- a sceptical attitude
Justifiabily- There is no such word in English or we can say that there is some spelling mistake in this word.
Reliability- the quality of being trustworthy or of performing consistently well
Hence, the wrongly spelt word is justifiabily. Hence, Option C is the correct answer.

‘Impertinent’ means ‘not showing proper respect.’
The sentence here would mean that it would be disrespectful to suggest that she was always wrong.
Only option B is the most appropriate substitution for the given word.
Hence, option B is the correct answer.

The correct meaning of the word ‘plunder’ (verb) is ‘steal goods from (a place or person) typically using force.’
‘Revolt’ (verb) means ‘to take violent action against authority.’
‘Preach’ (verb) means ‘to speak in public on religious matters.’
‘Pillage’ (verb) means ‘rob (a place), using violence.’
‘Surrender’ (verb) means ‘stop resisting to an opponent and submit to their authority.’
Hence, the correct answer according to the meaning of the given words is Option D.

The correct spelling is ‘equitable’ meaning ‘fair and impartial.’
Judgment : the act or judging or deciding
Expanse : a wide continuous area of something
Further : to a greater distance in space or time
Equitabel : There is no such word in English or we can say that there is some spelling mistake in this word.
Hence, the wrongly spelt word isequitabel. Hence, Option D is the correct answer.

The correct meaning of the word ‘sneering’ (adjective) is ‘disrespectful or mocking.’
‘Fluctuating’ (adjective) means ‘rising or falling irregularly in number or amount.’
‘Respectful’ (adjective) means ‘feeling or showing respect.’
‘Stupid’ (adjective) means ‘having or showing a great lack of intelligence or common sense.’
‘Wavering’ (adjective) means ‘becoming weaker.’
Hence, the correct answer according to the meaning of the given words is Option B.

The correct meaning of the word ‘predominantly’ (adverb) is ‘mainly.’
‘Universally’ (adverb) means ‘in every case.’
‘Largely’ (adverb) means ‘to a great extent.’
‘Possibly’ (adjective) means ‘in a possible manner.’
‘Profoundly’ (adverb) means ‘extremely.’
Hence, the correct answer according to the meaning of the given words is Option B.

The correct meaning of ‘put one’s foot down’ is ‘to act firmly.’
Hence, option C is the correct answer.

The correct answer is Option 1.

Key Points

Inflation:

• Inflation is a persistent rise in the price levels of goods and services leading to a fall in the currency’s purchasing power. Therefore, The value of money during inflation decreases. Hence, Statement 2 is not correct and Statement 1 is correct.
• Inflation measures the change in prices of a basket of goods and services over a year.
• It occurs as a result of a mismatch between the supply and demand for money, changes in production and distribution costs, or an increase in product taxes.
• Inflation is measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI) in India.
• The Impact of Inflation is that it reduces households' purchasing power due to an increase in prices. Hence, Statement 3 is not correct.
• The impact of inflation is felt across different sectors of the economy which are favourable to some and unfavourable to others. This price uncertainty may discourage investment and savings for the future.

Additional Information

Positive Impacts

• Increased Profits for Producers: Hence, Statement 4 is not correct.
  • In most cases, inflation benefits the producers of goods. They make more money because they can sell their products at higher prices.
• Increased Investment Returns
  • During periods of inflation, investors and entrepreneurs are given additional incentives to invest in productive activities. As a result, they benefit from higher returns.
• Increase in production output
  • When producers receive the appropriate investment, they produce more goods and services. As a result, inflation causes an increase in product/service production.
• Increased Employment and Earnings
  • As output rises, so does the demand for various production factors, including labour. As a result, employment and income rise in response to inflation.
• Shareholders income increases
  • If a company's profits increase as a result of inflation, it can pay dividends to its shareholders. As a result, during inflationary periods, shareholders' dividend income may increase.
• Borrowers' Advantages
  • Inflation reduces the purchasing power of money. As a result, if the borrower pays an interest rate lower than the inflation rate, he benefits from the process. This is because the real value of the money returned by the borrower is less than the value of the money borrowed.
• Governments' tax revenue improves

The correct answer is Adamgarh.

Key Points

• The Mesolithic Period, or Middle Stone Age, is an archaeological term describing specific cultures that fall between the Paleolithic and the Neolithic Periods.
• While the start and end dates of the Mesolithic Period vary by geographical region, it dated approximately from 10,000 BCE to 8,000 BCE.
• In India, it spanned from 9,000 B.C. to 4,000 B.C.
• This age is characterized by the appearance of Microliths (small bladed stone tools).
• The Paleolithic was an age of purely hunting and gathering.
• Adamgarh in Madhya Pradesh provides the earliest evidence for the domestication of animals.
• There are about 150 Mesolithic rock art sites across India, with a rich concentration in Central India such as Bhimbetka caves (Madhya Pradesh), Kharwar, Jaora, and Kathotia (Madhya Pradesh), Sundargarh and Sambalpur (Odisha), Ezhuthu Guha (Kerala).
• In Rajasthan, Bagor is almost the largest Mesolithic site in India.
• Other major Mesolithic sites in Rajasthan are Tilwara, Pachpadra basin, and Sojat Area, etc.
• In South India, Mesolithic sites are abundant in Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, and Andhra Pradesh.
• The people of the Mesolithic age practiced painting. The paintings depicted birds, animals, and human beings.

Durand Cup is associated with Football.

Key Points

• The Durand Cup is associated with football.
• It is the oldest existing football tournament in Asia and the fifth-oldest national football competition in the world.
• The tournament was founded in 1888 by Sir Mortimer Durand, the foreign secretary of India from 1884 to 1894.
• It was originally a football tournament for different departments and regiments of the armed forces of India and the princely states.
• However, since 2022, it has served as the Indian football season opener, with all the Indian Super League and usually the top 5 I-League clubs participating.
• The Durand Cup is named after its founder, Sir Mortimer Durand.
• He was a British diplomat who served as the foreign secretary of India from 1884 to 1894.
• He was a keen supporter of football and believed that it could help to promote unity and understanding between the different communities in India.
• The Durand Cup is a prestigious tournament and is considered to be one of the most important football tournaments in India.
• It has been won by some of the biggest clubs in India, including East Bengal, Mohun Bagan, and Bengaluru FC.

• The current champions are Bengaluru FC, who won the tournament in 2022.

​Therefore the correct answer is Football.

Silvassa is the capital city of Dadra and Nagar haveli. The city has a large number of factories and industries providing significant government revenue, which allows the city to maintain a low level of taxation. Warli is the language spoken here. Dispur is the capital city of Assam, Raipur is the capital city of chattisgarh and Hyderabad is the capital city of telengana.

Hence, Option C is correct.

NaCI has ionic bonds. It is a type of chemical bond that generates two oppositely charged ions. The sodium atom loses an electron, forming cations (Na+), and the chlorine atoms gain an electron to form anions (Cl−). These ions are then attracted to each other to form sodium chloride.
Hence option D is correct.