SSC CGL (Combine Graduation  Level) Tier-1 Previous Year Paper 17-07-2023 (Shift-3) English MCQs

(1.)
Question:- Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
The (1)_______ of birds is one of the most fascinating aspects of the natural world. From the soaring flight of eagles to the colourful plumage of parrots, birds have evolved a wide range of (2) _______ to survive and thrive in their environments. One of the most remarkable adaptations is the ability of some birds to migrate over vast distances, often crossing oceans and continents to reach their breeding or wintering grounds. However, many species of birds are facing threats to their survival, such as habitat loss, climate change and (3) _______ by humans. In response, conservation efforts have been put in place to protect these birds and their habitats. This might involve creating protected areas, restoring degraded habitats or reducing the use of pesticides and other harmful chemicals. Another important aspect of bird conservation is (4) _______ populations to track changes over time and identify emerging threats. This can be done through citizen science programmes or through more intensive efforts led by conservation organisations. Ultimately, protecting birds and their habitats is not only important for the birds themselves but also for the broader ecosystems they are a part of, and the many benefits these ecosystems provide to humans, such as clean air and water, and (5) ________ opportunities.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 5.
arduous

recreational

strenuous

work-related

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(2.)
Question:- Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
The (1)_______ of birds is one of the most fascinating aspects of the natural world. From the soaring flight of eagles to the colourful plumage of parrots, birds have evolved a wide range of (2) _______ to survive and thrive in their environments. One of the most remarkable adaptations is the ability of some birds to migrate over vast distances, often crossing oceans and continents to reach their breeding or wintering grounds. However, many species of birds are facing threats to their survival, such as habitat loss, climate change and (3) _______ by humans. In response, conservation efforts have been put in place to protect these birds and their habitats. This might involve creating protected areas, restoring degraded habitats or reducing the use of pesticides and other harmful chemicals. Another important aspect of bird conservation is (4) _______ populations to track changes over time and identify emerging threats. This can be done through citizen science programmes or through more intensive efforts led by conservation organisations. Ultimately, protecting birds and their habitats is not only important for the birds themselves but also for the broader ecosystems they are a part of, and the many benefits these ecosystems provide to humans, such as clean air and water, and (5) ________  opportunities.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 4.
monitoring

overlooking

forgetting

neglecting

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(3.)
Question:- Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
The (1)_______ of birds is one of the most fascinating aspects of the natural world. From the soaring flight of eagles to the colourful plumage of parrots, birds have evolved a wide range of (2) _______ to survive and thrive in their environments. One of the most remarkable adaptations is the ability of some birds to migrate over vast distances, often crossing oceans and continents to reach their breeding or wintering grounds. However, many species of birds are facing threats to their survival, such as habitat loss, climate change and (3) _______ by humans. In response, conservation efforts have been put in place to protect these birds and their habitats. This might involve creating protected areas, restoring degraded habitats or reducing the use of pesticides and other harmful chemicals. Another important aspect of bird conservation is (4) _______ populations to track changes over time and identify emerging threats. This can be done through citizen science programmes or through more intensive efforts led by conservation organisations. Ultimately, protecting birds and their habitats is not only important for the birds themselves but also for the broader ecosystems they are a part of, and the many benefits these ecosystems provide to humans, such as clean air and water, and (5) ________  opportunities.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 3.
exploitation

safeguarding

preservation

migration

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(4.)
Question:- Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
The (1)_______ of birds is one of the most fascinating aspects of the natural world. From the soaring flight of eagles to the colourful plumage of parrots, birds have evolved a wide range of (2) _______ to survive and thrive in their environments. One of the most remarkable adaptations is the ability of some birds to migrate over vast distances, often crossing oceans and continents to reach their breeding or wintering grounds. However, many species of birds are facing threats to their survival, such as habitat loss, climate change and (3) _______ by humans. In response, conservation efforts have been put in place to protect these birds and their habitats. This might involve creating protected areas, restoring degraded habitats or reducing the use of pesticides and other harmful chemicals. Another important aspect of bird conservation is (4) _______ populations to track changes over time and identify emerging threats. This can be done through citizen science programmes or through more intensive efforts led by conservation organisations. Ultimately, protecting birds and their habitats is not only important for the birds themselves but also for the broader ecosystems they are a part of, and the many benefits these ecosystems provide to humans, such as clean air and water, and (5) ________  opportunities.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 2.
strategies

weakness

shortcomings

failures

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(5.)
Question:- Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
The (1)_______ of birds is one of the most fascinating aspects of the natural world. From the soaring flight of eagles to the colourful plumage of parrots, birds have evolved a wide range of (2) _______ to survive and thrive in their environments. One of the most remarkable adaptations is the ability of some birds to migrate over vast distances, often crossing oceans and continents to reach their breeding or wintering grounds. However, many species of birds are facing threats to their survival, such as habitat loss, climate change and (3) _______ by humans. In response, conservation efforts have been put in place to protect these birds and their habitats. This might involve creating protected areas, restoring degraded habitats or reducing the use of pesticides and other harmful chemicals. Another important aspect of bird conservation is (4) _______ populations to track changes over time and identify emerging threats. This can be done through citizen science programmes or through more intensive efforts led by conservation organisations. Ultimately, protecting birds and their habitats is not only important for the birds themselves but also for the broader ecosystems they are a part of, and the many benefits these ecosystems provide to humans, such as clean air and water, and (5) ________  opportunities.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 1.
variability

multitude

diversity

assortment

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(6.)
Question:- Select the most appropriate meaning of the Bold idiom.
Do not beat about the bush when you have anything to say.
To try to influence

To argue

To avoid giving a definite answer or position

To shift blame on others

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(7.)
Question:- Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Bold word.
The patient found the doctor to be obtuse and distracted by constant calls on his phone.
banal

obese

obsolete

astute

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(8.)
Question:- Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Triumph
Capture

Succeed

Attainment

Defeat

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(9.)
Question:- Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the Bold segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No substitution’. 
He was so curious that he rose many questions in the meeting.
No substitution

that he rose much questions

that he raised many questions

that he aroused many questions

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(10.)
Question:- Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Wax
 
Cane

Wail

Wane

Polish

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(11.)
Question:- Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
The money paid to former wife, husband or partner when the marriage is ended.
Recompense

Compensation

Alimony

Maintenance

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(12.)
Question:- Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Bold word.
Ranen feels that the notion of democracy is a farce.
Portion

Quotient

Reality

Law

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(13.)
Question:- Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
A. After examining these three approaches carefully I crossed the bridge and examined the Kedarnath pilgrim road for half a mile.
B. There were three approaches to the bridge; one from the north, one from the south and between these two a well-beaten footpath from the Rudraprayag bazaar.
C. Satisfied that the leopard had not crossed the river, I determined to put in operation my plan for closing the two bridges at night and thus confining the leopard to my side of the river.
D. Next, I examined the footpath on which three nights previously my goat had been killed 
CDAB

BADC

ABCD

DABC

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(14.)
Question:- Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
A group of people travelling together in a van
Brood

Gypsies

Caravan

Constellation

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(15.)
Question:- Describe how you will tell your parents that Darshana was laughed at by all her classmates in active voice
All her classmates laughed at Darshana.

All her classmates laughing at Darshana.

Darshana is laughed at by all her classmates.

All her classmates will been laugh at Darshana,

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(16.)
Question:- Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
You are the _______ to the throne and should behave in such a manner.
heir

here

hair

hare

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(17.)
Question:- Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
Absolute

Astute

Abendance

Abrupt

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(18.)
Question:- Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the Bold word. 
She was upset seeing the scattered documents.
Dissipated

Perished

Sprinkled

Gathered

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(19.)
Question:- Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
Connotation

Dearth

Pattron

Quarry

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(20.)
Question:- Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error.
I think Jeremy

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