SSC CGL Previous Paper (Held On: 18 August 2017 Shift 2) (Previous Year Paper)

The word BAPTISM is coded as:

B + 2 = D

A + 2 = C

P + 2 = R

T + 2 = V

I + 2 = K

S + 2 = U

M + 2 = O

Same pattern will be followed to answer the question:

T + 2 = V

I + 2 = K

N + 2 = P

Hence, TIN will be coded as VKP.

Numbers are written in the form of ‘1/n²’.

1/1² = 1

1/2² = 1/4 = 0.25

1/3² = 1/9

1/4² = 1/16 = 0.0625

1/5² = 1/25 = 0.04

1/6² = 1/36

Hence, the missing term is 0.0625.

Clearly, given question figure is hidden in option 3.

Hence, the answer is option 3.

Weight of 4 boxes = 70, 50, 30 and 90 kilograms.

220 = not possible.

240 = 30 + 50 + 70 + 90

210 = 50 + 70 + 90

170 = 30 + 50 + 90

Hence, 220 kilograms cannot be the total weight.

Similarly.

Hence, the answer is HFD.

1. THORN → SHORTING → can be formed

2. NITRO → SHORTING → can be formed

3. NOISE → SHORTING → cannot be formed as there is no E

4. STING → SHORTING → can be formed

Hence, NOISE cannot be formed.

Here, dice 3 cannot be constructed as single circle face and the crosses lined face cannot be adjacent to each other.

If we observe the question we'll see that:

5$125 → 125/5 = 25

12$48 → 48/12 = 4

The same pattern will be followed to answer the question:

4$24 = 24/4

→ 6

Hence, the answer is 6.

Wall Clock, Painting and Photo frame are all hanged on the walls while a carpet is laid on the floor, hence it is the odd one out.

Hence, the answer is option 2.

Hence, answer will be figure 3.

According to the question, 10^th March is Friday.

Number of days left in March = 31 – 10 = 21.

Similarly, odd days from 10^th March till 25^th September = (21 + 30 + 31 + 30 + 31 + 31 + 25) % 7 = 0 + 2 + 3 + 2 + 3 + 3 + 4 = 17/7.

Remainder = 3.

Thus, day on 25^th September = Friday (+3) = Monday.

Hence, Shlok's birthday will be on Monday.

1. 42, 31, 76, 68 → K, G, S, Z

2. 00, 20, 57, 88 → J, A, N, Y

3. 30, 12, 66, 67 → E, K, S, R

4) 67, 56, 40, 88 → R, U, B, Y

Hence, answer is 67, 56, 40, 88.

Expression: yes, rain, alive, subtle, ?

The pattern is that in each word, numbers of letters are increasing as 3, 4, 5 and 6.

Now, the next word must contain 7 letters. Among the options, the word with 7 letters is airport.

17, 13 and 31 are prime numbers, hence 80 is the odd one out.

Hope and Despair are exactly opposite in meaning. The word despair means to lose hope. Similarly, Lunatic and Sane are opposite to each other in meaning. Lunatic is an informal term referring to a person who is considered as mentally ill whereas Sane is referring to a person of sound mind i.e. not mad or mentally ill.

The pattern followed is that in groups of 4, English alphabetical series is written. Also, 2 letters are missing after each term. And in each alternate term, the last three and first two letters are in small letters, rest are capital.

Thus after ‘b’, next set of omitted letters = ‘c’ and ‘d’.

Also, the first two letters should be in small and last two should be capital.

Thus, missing term = efGH.

The pattern followed is: n : n/3

Ex → 111 : 111/3 → 111 : 37

Likewise,

123 : 123/3 → 123 : 41

Hence, the correct answer is 41.

The pattern followed here is:

Number in 1^st row of 1^st column × Number in 2^nd row of 1^st column = Number in 3^rd row of 1^st column.

13 × 17 = 221

17 × 19 = 323

7 × 23 = 161

Hence, the answer is 161.

The statement questions whether or not the zoos should be closed. From the given two statements under arguments, the first one states that the zoos must be closed as they are the representation of animal-imprisonment, which is correct, therefore, it suggests that the first argument is strong. 

The second argument negates the previous one by stating that the animals must be used for the sake of entertainment. This argument is weak as zoos do not necessarily captivate  animals for entertainment, but at times for education use as well. In addition, treating animals for entertainment makes this argument weak.

Therefore, only argument I is strong. Answer is option (1).

Here, A and G represents Cricket Players who are either Indians or Men.

Clearly, option 2 will complete the figure as it only this figure has a half oval downward.

‘LMN’, ‘RST’ and ‘VWX’ are all successive letters of English alphabets, hence ‘PPQ’ is the odd one out.

The word ‘SHORTING’ does not contain any ‘E’ and thus the word ‘Noise’ cannot be formed.

45 × 5 - 24 + 3 ÷ 80 = ?

On changing symbols:

45 ÷ 5 + 24 × 3 - 80 = ?

9 + 72 - 80

= 1

Hence, answer is 1.

• The Northern Plain was formed by the deposits brought in by the three major rivers and their tributaries: the Indus, the Ganga and the Brahmaputra.
• Alluvium was deposited at the foot–hills of the Himalayas for millions of years.
• These deposits are now the fertile Northern Plains. Alluvium is soil or sediments deposited by a river or other running water.

‘Thinking Out Loud’ by Ed Sheeran & Amy Wadge, songwriters (Ed Sheeran) was the winner of the Grammy Awards 2016 "Song of the Year. Other nominations in the same category included See You Again (Track from: Furious 7), Girl Crush(Track from: Pain Killer), Alright and Blank space.

The author of the novel 'Dodgers' is Bill Beverly. The author of the novel 'Forty Thieves' is Thomas Perry. The author of the novel 'The Corrections' is Jonathan Franzen. 

Animals can be categorized on the basis of their symmetry. When any plane passing through the central axis of the body divides the organism into two identical halves, it is called radial symmetry. Coelenterates, Ctenophores and Echinoderms have this kind of body plan.

Lion, Leopard and Tiger are all species of the genus Panthera. Panthera is a genus within the Felidae family that was named and first described by the German naturalist Oken in 1816. The British taxonomist Pocock revised the classification of this genus in 1916 as comprising the species lion, tiger, jaguar*,* and leopard on the basis of cranial features.

Article 143 of the Indian Constitution confers upon the Supreme Court advisory jurisdiction. The President may seek the opinion of the Supreme Court on any question of law or fact of public importance on which he thinks it beneficial to obtain such an opinion. On such reference from the President, the Supreme Court, after giving it such hearing as it deems fit, may report to the President its opinion thereon. The opinion is only advisory, which the President is free to follow or not to follow.

An isoquant traces out the combinations of any two inputs which yield the same level of output. An isoquant expresses the set of technically efficient processes that yield the same output. On the basis of the substitutability of inputs it is a curve that illustrates all possible combinations of resources that will produce a particular level of output.

The correct answer is option 1 i.e Kitab - Al Hind,

• In 1017 Al-Biruni traveled to the Indian subcontinent.
• He authored **“Kitab Tarikh Al-Hind” (History of India) after exploring the Hindu faith practiced in India.
• Most of the works of Al-Biruni are in Arabic.

Linus is not a storage device. It is the best-known and most-used open source operating system. As an operating system, Linux is software that sits underneath all of the other software on a computer, receiving requests from those programs and relaying these requests to the computer's hardware.

Dhamek Stupa is a massive Buddhist stupa located at Sarnath, 13 km away from Varanasi in the state of Uttar Pradesh, India.

On 30th August 1659, Mughal Emperor Shah Jahan's son Dara Shikoh was put to death by his younger brother Aurangzeb in the battle of Samugarh.

GDP of a country is derived from the Agricultural, Industrial and Service sectors. Agriculture includes farming, fishing, and forestry. Industry includes manufacturing, energy production, and construction. Services cover government activities, communications, transportation, finance, and all other private economic activities that do not produce material goods.

At present the total number of states in India is 29 and total number of Union territories in India is 07. The seven current union territories are: Chandigarh, Dadra and Nagar Haveli, Daman and Diu, Lakshadweep, Puducherry*,* Andaman and Nicobar Islands, National Capital Territory of Delhi.

Option 4 is correct, i.e. 1.

• The Rajya Sabha is the upper house of the Parliament of India.
• Sikkim elects 1 seat and it is indirectly elected by the state legislators of Sikkim, since the year 1976.

Extra facts:

Concept:

• Speed (v): The rate of change of distance is called Speed.
• Speed = Distance/ Time.
• Its unit is m/s or km/hr
• Uniform Speed: The motion in which a body is moving with a constant speed (no acceleration) is called uniform speed motion.
• Odometer or odograph: It is a device used to measure the distance travelled by the vehicle.
• Speedometer or speed meter: A device used by the vehicle to measure the speed of the vehicle

Explanation:

• Uniform motion is defined as the motion of an object in which the object travels in a straight line.
• Its velocity remains constant along that line as it covers equal distances in equal intervals of time, irrespective of the length of the time.

Additional Information

• Uniform motion: when an object covers equal distance in the equal time interval of time said to be in uniform motion. Here acceleration is zero.

• Non-Uniform motion: when an object covers unequal distances in the equal time interval of time said to be in non-uniform motion. Here acceleration is non- zero.

Concept

• When magnesium is heated it reacts with oxygen vigorously producing light and heat. Thus, magnesium reacts with oxygen to form Magnesium oxide. The equation can be written as:
• 2Mg + O₂ → 2MgO plus heat and light

Mistake Points

• When the magnesium reacts with the oxygen it forms magnesium oxide.
• The general formula for Magnesium oxide is MgO
• 2Mg + O₂ → 2MgO  This is the balanced equation

The Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojna was launched on 18th February 2016 by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi. PMFBY provides a comprehensive insurance cover against failure of the crop thus helping in stabilising the income of the farmers. The scheme is being administered by Ministry of Agriculture. 21 states implemented the scheme in Kharif 2016 whereas 23 states and 2 UTs have implemented the scheme in Rabi 2016-17.

Mumbai Indians beat Rising Pune Supergiant to win IPL 2017. They clinched a record third IPL title with a one-run win over Rising Pune Supergiant at the Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium, Hyderabad.

According to an estimate, almost 40 percent forests have been lost in the tropics, compared to only 1 percent in the temperate region. There are, however, major differences in the rates of forest depletion in different parts of the world. The area of the temperate and boreal forests has now broadly stabilized. It is the tropical forests that are being so rapidly destroyed.

Australia’s HDI value for 2016 is 0.939 which put the country in the ‘very high human development’ category positioning it at 2^nd out of 188 countries and territories, only after Norway.

The Samjhauta Express commonly called the Friend Express, is a twice-weekly train – Wednesday and Sunday runs between Delhi and Attari in India and Lahore in Pakistan. The word Samjhauta means "agreement", "accord" and "compromise" in both Hindi and Urdu.

A force can be larger or smaller than the other force. The strength of a force is expressed by its magnitude. The magnitude of a force is expressed in the SI unit of force called Newton. 1 Newton is the force which can make an object of 1 kilogram mass to move at a speed of 1 meter per second. The direction in which a force acts is also to be specified. If the magnitude or direction of the applied force changes the effect produced by force also changes.

• The reaction of an acid with a base is called a neutralisation reaction.
• The products of this reaction are salt and water.
• For example, the reaction of hydrochloric acid(HCl) with sodium hydroxide(NaOH) produces a solution of sodium chloride(NaCl)(salt) and some additional water molecules.
  

The correct answer is option 1 i.e Ernest Rutherford,

In 1911 Ernest Rutherford who performed many experiments to explore radioactivity did an experiment in which he discovered that the atom must have a concentrated positive center charge that contains most of the atom's mass. He suggested that the nucleus contained a particle with a positive charge and he named it proton**.**

Phloem conducts food materials to various parts of the plant. Phloem fibres are made up of sclerenchymatous cells. Phloem is composed of four kinds of cells: sieve elements, companion cells, phloem parenchyma and phloem fibres. Companion cells are present only in angiosperms. Companion cells are absent in pteridophytes and gymnosperms. Phloem fibres are absent in the primary phloem of most of the angiosperms. But they are usually present in the secondary phloem.

Since we know that 93 × 107 = 9951 and 93 × 108 = 10044

∴ The maximum 4-digit number which is exactly divisible by 93 is 9951

Let the fraction be y

According to the problem statement

⇒ y + 3/y = 37/10

⇒ 10y² – 37y + 30 = 0

⇒ (y – 5/2) (y – 6/5) = 0

⇒ y = 5/2 or y = 6/5

Only 5/2 satisfies the required condition given in the question

∴ the fraction is 5/2

Let its speed finally be y km/hr

Distance can be given as = 90 × 35/60

and in second case, distance can be given as = y × 21/60

Since the distance in both case is same

⇒ 90 × 35/60 = y × 21/60

⇒ (90 × 35)/21 = y

⇒ y = 150

∴ The speed will be 150 - 90 = 60 km/hr

Given Cot θ = 24/7

⇒ tan θ = 7/24

Since we know that Sec θ = √(1 + tan² θ)

⇒ Sec θ = √(1 + 7²/24²)

⇒ Sec θ = √{(576 + 49)/24²}

⇒ Sec θ = √{(25²)/24²} = 25/24

∴ Sec θ = 25/24

Given:

ΔXYZ is similar to ΔPQR

XY ∶ PQ = 5 ∶ 1

Area of ΔPQR is 5 sq cm

Concept used:

Similar triangles property

Calculation:

Since we know that ratio of area of two similar triangles is same as square of ratio of their side

Area of ΔXYZ / Area of triangle PQR = XY2/PQ²

Area of ΔXYZ = (5)² × 5 = 125 cm²

∴ The area of triangle XYZ is 125 cm²

From the figure, we can see that In the year 2012, 2014 and 2015 number of admission was greater than that of the previous exam

Total number of admissions till 2015 can be given as

⇒ Total number = 100 + 150 + 150 + 250 + 350 = 1000

∴ A total of 1000 students took admission in the coaching centre since 2011

Given:

2x - 5y = 12

Concept used:

The slope of y = mx + c is m.

Calculation:

2x - 5y = 12

-5y = 12 - 2x

⇒ y = 2/5 - 12

Compare the given equation with y = mx + c

m = 2/5

∴ The slope of line is 2/5

Given that, 0.05% of x is 40

⇒ 0.05x/100 = 40

⇒ x = 4000/0.05 = 80000

∴ x = 80000

Let the length of rectangle be l and breadth be b

Since we know that the perimeter of rectangle can be given as

⇒ 2(l + b) = 90

⇒ l + 20 = 45

⇒ l = 25

Area can be given as

⇒ lb = 25 × 20 = 500 cm²

∴ The area of 500 cm²

It can be written as

⇒ 17/3 + [3(2x - 5/3)]/2 = 1/6

⇒ 17 × 2 + 3 (2x - 5/3) x 3 = 1

⇒ 34 + 18x - 15 = 1

⇒ 19 + 18x  = 1

⇒ 18x = -18

⇒ x = -18/18

∴ x = -1

Let the ratio be r ∶ 1

Since the X co-ordinate of the point at which the line joining these two points cut the Y axis is 0

According to the problem statement

⇒ X co-ordinate = {r( - 2) + 2}/(r + 1) = 0

⇒ r = 1

∴ the ratio in which it divides the line is 1 ∶ 1

Let the Cost price of apple be Rs. a

According to problem statement

⇒ a(1 - 15/100) = 170

⇒ a = 170/0.85 = 200

Profit can be given as 230 – 200 = Rs. 30

Profit percentage = profit × 100/200 = 30/2 = 15%

∴ The profit percentage is 15%

Given a + b = 5, Cubing both sides

⇒ (a + b)³ = a³ + b³ + 3ab (a + b) , Using given data

⇒ 5³ = a³ + b³ + 3 × 6 × (5)

⇒ 125 – 90 = a³ + b³

⇒ a³ + b³ = 35

∴ The value of a³ + b³ is 35

Let the amount be Rs. y

Compound interest for 2^nd year can be given as

⇒ CI for 2^nd year = y{(1 + 10/100)² – (1 + 10/100)} = 1200

⇒ 1200 = y(1.1² – 1.1)

⇒ 1200/0.11 = y

⇒ y = Rs. 10909.1

Compound interest for 4^th year can be given as

⇒ CI for 4^th year = y{(1 + 10/100)⁴ – (1 + 10/100)³}

⇒ CI for 4^th year = 10909.1(1.1⁴ – 1.1³) = 10909.1 × 0.1331

⇒ CI for 4^th year = Rs. 1452

∴ Interest for 4^th year is Rs. 1452

Let the first term of AP be a and common difference be d

From the problem’s statement

⇒ 4^th term = a + (4 - 1)d = a + 3d = 11       ---- (i)

⇒ 7^th term = a + (7 - 1)d = a + 6d = - 4      ---- (ii)

Now (ii) - (i)

⇒ 3d = -15

⇒ d = - 5, put this in (i)

⇒ a = 11 + 15 = 26

Now the 15^th term can be given as a + 14d

⇒ 16^th term = 26 + 14 × (-5) = - 44

∴ The 15^th term of AP is – 44

Reflection of point about y = 2 can be given as

Since we know that the X co-ordinate will not change

And the y co-ordinate can be given as given

y co-ordinate + 2 × (y co-ordinate of line – given y co-ordinate)

⇒ -1 + 2 × (2 – (-1)) = 5

∴ the co-ordinate of reflection is (5, 5)

Admission in 2014 is 250

Admission in 2013 is 150

⇒ Difference = 250 – 150 = 100

Required percentage = 100 × 100/150 = 66.67%

∴ The admission in 2014 grew by 66.67% as compared to previous year

Work done by A in 1 day can be given as 1/20^th of the total work

Work done by B in 1 day can be given as 1/30^th of the total work

Work done by C in 1 day can be given as 1/60^th of the total work

Let the number of days for which C have to work alone be y

According to the problem statement

⇒ 1(1/20 + 1/30 + 1/60) + y(1/60) = 1

⇒ y/60 = 1 – 1/10

⇒ y = 54 days

∴ the number of days required to complete the remaining work by C is 54

Using first two equations

⇒ 3A = 2B

⇒ B = 3A/2      ----(i)

Using first and third equation

⇒ 3A = 4C

⇒ C = 3A/4       ----(ii)

Required ratio is A ∶ B ∶ C, Using (i) and (ii)

Required ratio A ∶ 3A/2 ∶ 3A/4

Required ratio = 4 ∶ 6 ∶ 3

∴ The required ratio is 4 ∶ 6 ∶ 3

Average cost of 5 items is given as Rs. 650

⇒ sum of cost of 5 items/5 = 650

⇒ sum of cost of 5 items = 5 × 650 = 3250      ----(i)

Average cost of 6 items can be given as

⇒ Average = (sum of cost of 5 items + 1400)/6 [Using (i)]

⇒ Average = (3250 + 1400)/6 = 775

∴ The new average is Rs. 775

Let the marked price of an item be Rs. y

According to the problem statement

⇒ y(1 - 25/100) = 9750

⇒ y = 9750/0.75

⇒ y = 13000

∴ The marked price of an article is Rs. 13000

Total number of students in first 3 years can be given as

Total number of students = 100 + 150 + 150 = 400

Fees collected by them = 400 × 10000 = Rs. 4000000

Total number of students in last 3 years can be given as

Total number of students = 250 + 350 + 300 = 900

Fees collected by them = 900 × 12000 = Rs. 10800000

Total fee = 4000000 + 10800000 = Rs. 1.48 crore

∴ The fee to be collected is Rs. 1.48 crore

Cos A = Cos 30 = AB/AC

⇒ √3/2 = AB/8

⇒ AB = 4√3 cm

∴ The length of AB is 4√3 cm

Since we know that Cot 60 = 1/√3 and sec 30 = 2/√3

⇒ 1/√3 – 2/√3

⇒ - 1/√3

∴ Cot 60 - Sec 30 = - 1/√3

Correct Answer: That piece is really enjoyed by the choir.

Sentence 2 expresses the same sentence is the passive voice in clearest form as it uses the subject, ‘piece’ correctly. Sentences 3 and 4 make ‘enjoyment’ as the subject of the sentence, which is incorrect while Sentence 1 uses the plural form for a single piece of music.

Correct Answer: YZX

The original sentence ends with ‘grabbing’, and it must be followed by a thing or object that can be grabbed, which is ‘the halo of flies’, i.e., Y.

The next sentence defines the action of the flies and is Z.

The last sentence is X, which forms the conclusion as ‘round my head’.

Correct Answer: Akash said that Mahesh had gone home.

When converting from Direct to Indirect speech, all present tenses are converted into past tense. ‘Said then’ is incorrect as direct to indirect conversions use either ‘said that’ or ‘told’, in the absence of an exclamation. Considering the given rules, Sentence 4 is the correct option.

Correct Answer: therefore

‘Therefore’ is used to show reason or consequence. In the passage, there are numerous species and genera peculiar to the West, which makes it reason enough for them to be new to the rambler.

Correct Answer: of

‘Of’ denotes belonging to or originating from. Since the species are a part of the jay household, the correct term is ‘of’.

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

Key Points

• The word "Rampage" refers to a violent or unrestrained behavior or activity characterized by a wild and uncontrolled nature.(उपद्रव)
• It often involves destructive actions, aggression, or chaos.
• Harmony: Harmony refers to a state of peace, agreement, and synchronization between different elements.(सामंजस्य)
• It signifies a lack of conflict or chaos, making it the opposite of rampage.

Therefore, the correct answer is- 'Harmony'.

Additional Information

• Now, let's examine the options and their opposite meanings:
• Binge: Binge refers to an excessive indulgence in something, often related to consuming food, drink, or entertainment in large quantities.(खुराक)
• Frenzy: Frenzy refers to a state of extreme excitement, agitation, or wild activity.(उन्माद)
• Turmoil: Turmoil refers to a state of great disturbance, disorder, or confusion.( उथल-पुथल)

Correct Answer: Pious

‘Blasphemous’ means ‘disregarding God or sacred things; unholy’.

The word opposite in meaning is ‘pious’, which means ‘devoutly religious and holy’.

The other words are synonyms of blasphemous and therefore, are incorrect.

Correct Answer: than

‘than’ is used to complete the quantifier meaning of greater in size, i.e., ‘more than compensated’ means that the following actions would be compensation enough for the previous actions.

Correct Answer: 3

The word ‘by’ is used incorrectly in sentence 3. ‘By’ indicates the agent performing an action.

In the given sentence, no action is being performed and therefore, ‘by’ is not needed.

The correct sentence is: ‘What are you doing here?’

Correct Answer: To be obsessed with something

‘To have something on the brain’ means ‘to continually think about something / not be able to stop thinking about something’.

An example sentence is: ‘Lately, he had nothing but food on the brain’.

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

Key Points

• The word "Commemorate" means to honor or remember someone or something, typically through a special event, ceremony, or act of remembrance.(याद करना)
• Celebrate: Celebrate means to observe or engage in festivities or joyful activities to mark a special occasion or achievement.(जश्न मनाना)
• It is similar in meaning to "Commemorate" as both involve honoring or acknowledging something or someone in a positive manner.

Therefore, the correct answer is: 'Celebrate'.

Additional Information

• Now, let's examine the options and their meanings:
• Opprobrium: Opprobrium refers to harsh criticism, public disgrace, or strong disapproval.(मानहानि)
• Reproach: Reproach means to express disapproval or disappointment towards someone's actions or behavior.(आलोचना)
• Disrepute: Disrepute refers to a state of being held in low esteem or having a bad reputation.(अपमान)

Correct Answer: wasn't being

‘Wasn’t being’ uses the negative past continuous form of ‘be’, which signifies an action that was started previously and is still continuing.

In the sentence, she started the action of glancing back previously which was still continuing.

Correct Answer: Referendum

A plebiscite is a direct vote of members for an important question.

Therefore, ‘referendum’, which means the same thing is the word similar in meaning and the correct answer.

The other words refer to types of ruling and aren’t similar to the word in question.

For example, ‘the agenda of Britain exiting Europe was decided by a plebiscite’.

Correct Answer: distinguish

‘Distinguish’ means ‘to differentiate or decide between’.

The police detective has to decide between a lie and a truth, making ‘distinguish’ the correct option. The other words sound similar but have very different meanings and can’t be used as an answer.

Correct Answer: Not one's choice or preference

The idiom means ‘not what one likes or is interested in’, making Option 4 the correct choice.

An example sentence is: ‘It was clear from the practices that football was not his cup of tea.’

Correct Answer: Alleviate

The word ‘alleviate’ can be broken into – ‘alle’ and ‘viate’.

'Alleviate' means 'make (suffering, deficiency, or a problem) less severe'.

Correct Answer: had been raging

‘Had been raging’ uses the past perfect continuous form of 'rage’, which shows that the action had started previously and was still continuing up to that time in the past.

Correct Answer: 2

Sentence 2 is incorrect since it uses the phrase ‘down the’, which does not make sense. The correct answer will be ‘below the’, which shows that the actions did were fitting the dignity of princes.

Correct Answer: YZX

The word ‘investigations’ must be followed by a thing or person that can investigate/be investigated. Since Z uses the ‘brain’ as a subject, it can’t be used. Therefore, Y is the correct option for the first sentence since it has persons who are conducting the investigation.

It is followed by Z, the object of the investigation and then X, the actual result of the investigation.

Correct Answer: perchance

‘Perchance’ means ‘by any chance’, which fits the blank perfectly.

The other options do not provide a complete meaning to the sentence and therefore, are incorrect.

Correct Answer: interesting

‘Interesting’ is used to complete the superlative form of the word to complete the meaning of the passage.

The other words do not complete the superlative form properly.

Correct Answer: In

‘In’ is used to express the situation of being inside Colorado, i.e., looking for the common blue jay when one is inside Colorado.

The correct answer is: Option 1 i.e. 'Treason'.

Key Points

• The word "Treason" is the best substitute for the given phrase "The crime of betraying one's country". (देशद्रोह)
• Example: He was found guilty of treason and sentenced to life imprisonment.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Treason.

Additional Information

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

• Frankness (स्पष्टवादिता): The quality of being open, honest, and direct in speech or writing.
• Example: She appreciated his frankness in discussing the issue.
• Fidelity (निष्ठा): Faithfulness to a person, cause, or belief, demonstrated by continuing loyalty and support.
• Example: His fidelity to his wife was never in question.
• Allegiance (निष्ठा, वफादारी): Loyalty or commitment to a superior or to a group or cause.
• Example: Every citizen owes allegiance to the country they live in.

The correct answer is Option 2)

Explanation:

• Nonpartisan: not biased or partisan, especially towards any particular political group
• Zealotry: fanatical and uncompromising pursuit of religious, political, or other ideals; fanaticism
• Neutral: not supporting or helping either side in a conflict, disagreement, etc.; impartial
• Aloof: not friendly or forthcoming; cool and distant

​Thus, the correct answer is Zealotry

The correct answer is: Option 1 i.e. Composure.

Key Points

• The word "Composure" means the state or feeling of being calm and in control of oneself. (शांति)
• Example: Despite the chaos around her, she maintained her composure and handled the situation efficiently.
• "Composure" refers to the calmness and self-control, especially in difficult situations. (शांति)
• Example: His composure during the interview impressed the panel.

Therefore, the correct answer is: Option 1 i.e. Composure.

Additional Information

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

• Cumposure (कुम्पोजर): This is a misspelling and does not have a meaning.
• Composore (कम्पोजर): This is a misspelling and does not have a meaning.
• Cumposore (कम्पोजर): This is a misspelling and does not have a meaning.