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Q1easymcqEnglish LanguageSSC Selection Post 2021 Matriculation Level2026
50% accuracy
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 fire season that started in late 2019 in Australia (1) ________ massive devastation and things swiftly got worse before rains finally came and helped contain the (2) ________ fires ever. The smoke released by the fires became (3) ________ disaster. On January 1st, Australia's capital recorded the worst pollution it's ever seen, with an air quality index 23 times higher (4) ________ what's considered 'hazardous'. Smoke in the city crept into birthing rooms, stopped MRI machines from working, and (5) ________ a heart attack in one elderly woman who died soon after she stepped off a plane.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 4.
Q2easymcqEnglish LanguageSSC Selection Post 2021 Matriculation Level2026
29% accuracy
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 fire season that started in late 2019 in Australia (1) ________ massive devastation and things swiftly got worse before rains finally came and helped contain the (2) ________ fires ever. The smoke released by the fires became (3) ________ disaster. On January 1st, Australia's capital recorded the worst pollution it's ever seen, with an air quality index 23 times higher (4) ________ what's considered 'hazardous'. Smoke in the city crept into birthing rooms, stopped MRI machines from working, and (5) ________ a heart attack in one elderly woman who died soon after she stepped off a plane.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 1.
Q3easymcqEnglish LanguageSSC Selection Post 2021 Matriculation Level2026
29% accuracy
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 fire season that started in late 2019 in Australia (1) ________ massive devastation and things swiftly got worse before rains finally came and helped contain the (2) ________ fires ever. The smoke released by the fires became (3) ________ disaster. On January 1st, Australia's capital recorded the worst pollution it's ever seen, with an air quality index 23 times higher (4) ________ what's considered 'hazardous'. Smoke in the city crept into birthing rooms, stopped MRI machines from working, and (5) ________ a heart attack in one elderly woman who died soon after she stepped off a plane.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 5.
Q4easymcqEnglish LanguageSSC Selection Post 2021 Matriculation Level2026
36% accuracy
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 fire season that started in late 2019 in Australia (1) ________ massive devastation and things swiftly got worse before rains finally came and helped contain the (2) ________ fires ever. The smoke released by the fires became (3) ________ disaster. On January 1st, Australia's capital recorded the worst pollution it's ever seen, with an air quality index 23 times higher (4) ________ what's considered 'hazardous'. Smoke in the city crept into birthing rooms, stopped MRI machines from working, and (5) ________ a heart attack in one elderly woman who died soon after she stepped off a plane.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 3.
Q5easymcqEnglish LanguageSSC Selection Post 2021 Matriculation Level2026
14% accuracy
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 fire season that started in late 2019 in Australia (1) ________ massive devastation and things swiftly got worse before rains finally came and helped contain the (2) ________ fires ever. The smoke released by the fires became (3) ________ disaster. On January 1st, Australia's capital recorded the worst pollution it's ever seen, with an air quality index 23 times higher (4) ________ what's considered 'hazardous'. Smoke in the city crept into birthing rooms, stopped MRI machines from working, and (5) ________ a heart attack in one elderly woman who died soon after she stepped off a plane.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 2.
Q6mediummcqEnglish LanguageMock Exam2026
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In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Santosh Bisen, science teacher and cartoonist at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya in Durg, Chhattisgarh (1) ________ his drawing (2) ________ to convert chapters into comic strips. "Convincing authorities to turn textbooks into comics was difficult. I spent my own money to (3) ________ textbooks. I also used cartoons in question papers," he says. "Students were (4) ________ with how simple science became and their performance (5) ________," he adds.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.
Q7mediummcqEnglish LanguageMock Exam2026
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In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Santosh Bisen, science teacher and cartoonist at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya in Durg, Chhattisgarh (1) ________ his drawing (2) ________ to convert chapters into comic strips. "Convincing authorities to turn textbooks into comics was difficult. I spent my own money to (3) ________ textbooks. I also used cartoons in question papers," he says. "Students were (4) ________ with how simple science became and their performance (5) ________," he adds.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.
Q8mediummcqEnglish LanguageMock Exam2026
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In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Santosh Bisen, science teacher and cartoonist at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya in Durg, Chhattisgarh (1) ________ his drawing (2) ________ to convert chapters into comic strips. "Convincing authorities to turn textbooks into comics was difficult. I spent my own money to (3) ________ textbooks. I also used cartoons in question papers," he says. "Students were (4) ________ with how simple science became and their performance (5) ________," he adds.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.
Q9mediummcqEnglish LanguageMock Exam2026
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In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Santosh Bisen, science teacher and cartoonist at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya in Durg, Chhattisgarh (1) ________ his drawing (2) ________ to convert chapters into comic strips. "Convincing authorities to turn textbooks into comics was difficult. I spent my own money to (3) ________ textbooks. I also used cartoons in question papers," he says. "Students were (4) ________ with how simple science became and their performance (5) ________," he adds.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.
Q10mediummcqEnglish LanguageMock Exam2026
0% accuracy
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Santosh Bisen, science teacher and cartoonist at Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya in Durg, Chhattisgarh (1) ________ his drawing (2) ________ to convert chapters into comic strips. "Convincing authorities to turn textbooks into comics was difficult. I spent my own money to (3) ________ textbooks. I also used cartoons in question papers," he says. "Students were (4) ________ with how simple science became and their performance (5) ________," he adds.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.
Q11mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam2026
50% accuracy
In the following passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.Student clubs are the place where students can (1) ______ their learning through interaction and discussion. Every activity in the club (2) ______ students to cultivate a different perception of life. The main purpose of the club is to provide a/an (3) ______ to showcase their talents and capabilities. It is the only place where students find time to (4) ______ themselves for their future. These activities not only benefit in shaping their interests and hobbies but also develop their leadership and social skills in a/an (5) ______ way.Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.
Q12mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam2026
50% accuracy
In the following passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.Student clubs are the place where students can (1) ______ their learning through interaction and discussion. Every activity in the club (2) ______ students to cultivate a different perception of life. The main purpose of the club is to provide a/an (3) ______ to showcase their talents and capabilities. It is the only place where students find time to (4) ______ themselves for their future. These activities not only benefit in shaping their interests and hobbies but also develop their leadership and social skills in a/an (5) ______ way.Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.
Q13mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam Practice2026
50% accuracy
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Can we see (1) _________ the earth is a globe? Yes, we can, when we watch a ship that sails out to sea. If we watch closely, we see that the ship begins (2) _________. The bottom of the ship disappears first, and then the ship seems to sink lower and lower, (3) _________ we can only see the top of the ship, and then we see nothing at all. What is hiding the ship from us? It is the earth. Stick a pin most of the way into an orange, and (4) _________ turn the orange away from you. You will see the pin disappear, (5) _________ a ship does on the earth.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.
Q14mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam Practice2026
100% accuracy
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Can we see (1) _________ the earth is a globe? Yes, we can, when we watch a ship that sails out to sea. If we watch closely, we see that the ship begins (2) _________. The bottom of the ship disappears first, and then the ship seems to sink lower and lower, (3) _________ we can only see the top of the ship, and then we see nothing at all. What is hiding the ship from us? It is the earth. Stick a pin most of the way into an orange, and (4) _________ turn the orange away from you. You will see the pin disappear, (5) _________ a ship does on the earth.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.
Q15mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam2026
50% accuracy
In the following passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.Student clubs are the place where students can (1) ______ their learning through interaction and discussion. Every activity in the club (2) ______ students to cultivate a different perception of life. The main purpose of the club is to provide a/an (3) ______ to showcase their talents and capabilities. It is the only place where students find time to (4) ______ themselves for their future. These activities not only benefit in shaping their interests and hobbies but also develop their leadership and social skills in a/an (5) ______ way.Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.
Q16mediummcqHindiSSC GD Constable2026
0% accuracy
निम्नलिखित गद्‌यांश के रिक्त स्थानों की पूर्ति गद्‌यांश के नीचे दिए गए प्रश्नों के अनुसार कीजिए-
कई दिन वहाँ रहने पर मुझे इस साध्वी की ________ (1) के बारें में बहुत कुछ मालूम हो गया। प्रातःकाल उसके आश्रम से निरंतर आती हुई तुलसीदास के भजनों की स्वर लहरी मेरी सोई हुई आत्मा को ________ (2) कर देती थी। कितनें दिनों से मैं रेल-पेल व भागमभाग से ________ (3) वातावरण में आनें की बात सोच रहा था। इस युग में भविष्य के प्रति ________ (4) हमें जल्दी निर्णय लेने से रोकती रहती है। फिर भी भीड़ से दूर निकलने की बलवती ________ (5) किसके मन में रह-रह कर नहीं जाग उठती है?

गद्यांश में संकेतित रिक्त स्थान (5) के लिए उपयुक्त शब्द होगा।
Q17mediummcqHindiSSC GD Constable2026
0% accuracy
निम्नलिखित गद्‌यांश के रिक्त स्थानों की पूर्ति गद्‌यांश के नीचे दिए गए प्रश्नों के अनुसार कीजिए-
कई दिन वहाँ रहने पर मुझे इस साध्वी की ________ (1) के बारें में बहुत कुछ मालूम हो गया प्रातःकाल उसके आश्रम से निरंतर आती हुई तुलसीदास के भजनों की स्वर लहरी मेरी सोई हुई आत्मा को ________ (2) कर देती थी कितनें दिनों से मैं रेल-पेल व भागमभाग से ________ (3) वातावरण में आनें की बात सोच रहा था इस युग में भविष्य के प्रति ________ (4) हमें जल्दी निर्णय लेने से रोकती रहती है फिर भी भीड़ से दूर निकलने की बलवती ________ (5) किसके मन में रह-रह कर नहीं जाग उठती है?

गद्यांश में संकेतित रिक्त स्थान (3) के लिए उपयुक्त शब्द होगा।
Q18mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam Practice2026
100% accuracy
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Can we see (1) _________ the earth is a globe? Yes, we can, when we watch a ship that sails out to sea. If we watch closely, we see that the ship begins (2) _________. The bottom of the ship disappears first, and then the ship seems to sink lower and lower, (3) _________ we can only see the top of the ship, and then we see nothing at all. What is hiding the ship from us? It is the earth. Stick a pin most of the way into an orange, and (4) _________ turn the orange away from you. You will see the pin disappear, (5) _________ a ship does on the earth.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.
Q19mediummcqHindiSSC GD Constable2026
0% accuracy
निम्नलिखित गद्‌यांश के रिक्त स्थानों की पूर्ति गद्‌यांश के नीचे दिए गए प्रश्नों के अनुसार कीजिए-
कई दिन वहाँ रहने पर मुझे इस साध्वी की ________ (1) के बारें में बहुत कुछ मालूम हो गया। प्रातःकाल उसके आश्रम से निरंतर आती हुई तुलसीदास के भजनों की स्वर लहरी मेरी सोई हुई आत्मा को ________ (2) कर देती थी। कितनें दिनों से मैं रेल-पेल व भागमभाग से ________ (3) वातावरण में आनें की बात सोच रहा था। इस युग में भविष्य के प्रति ________ (4) हमें जल्दी निर्णय लेने से रोकती रहती है। फिर भी भीड़ से दूर निकलने की बलवती ________ (5) किसके मन में रह-रह कर नहीं जाग उठती है?

गद्यांश में संकेतित रिक्त स्थान (1) के लिए उपयुक्त शब्द होगा।
Q20mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam Practice2026
50% accuracy
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Can we see (1) _________ the earth is a globe? Yes, we can, when we watch a ship that sails out to sea. If we watch closely, we see that the ship begins (2) _________. The bottom of the ship disappears first, and then the ship seems to sink lower and lower, (3) _________ we can only see the top of the ship, and then we see nothing at all. What is hiding the ship from us? It is the earth. Stick a pin most of the way into an orange, and (4) _________ turn the orange away from you. You will see the pin disappear, (5) _________ a ship does on the earth.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.
Q21mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam Practice2026
100% accuracy
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Can we see (1) _________ the earth is a globe? Yes, we can, when we watch a ship that sails out to sea. If we watch closely, we see that the ship begins (2) _________. The bottom of the ship disappears first, and then the ship seems to sink lower and lower, (3) _________ we can only see the top of the ship, and then we see nothing at all. What is hiding the ship from us? It is the earth. Stick a pin most of the way into an orange, and (4) _________ turn the orange away from you. You will see the pin disappear, (5) _________ a ship does on the earth.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.
Q22mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam2026
50% accuracy
In the following passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.Student clubs are the place where students can (1) ______ their learning through interaction and discussion. Every activity in the club (2) ______ students to cultivate a different perception of life. The main purpose of the club is to provide a/an (3) ______ to showcase their talents and capabilities. It is the only place where students find time to (4) ______ themselves for their future. These activities not only benefit in shaping their interests and hobbies but also develop their leadership and social skills in a/an (5) ______ way.Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.
Q23mediummcqHindiSSC GD Constable2026
0% accuracy
निम्नलिखित गद्‌यांश के रिक्त स्थानों की पूर्ति गद्‌यांश के नीचे दिए गए प्रश्नों के अनुसार कीजिए-
कई दिन वहाँ रहने पर मुझे इस साध्वी की ________ (1) के बारें में बहुत कुछ मालूम हो गया। प्रातःकाल उसके आश्रम से निरंतर आती हुई तुलसीदास के भजनों की स्वर लहरी मेरी सोई हुई आत्मा को ________ (2) कर देती थी। कितनें दिनों से मैं रेल-पेल व भागमभाग से ________ (3) वातावरण में आनें की बात सोच रहा था। इस युग में भविष्य के प्रति ________ (4) हमें जल्दी निर्णय लेने से रोकती रहती है। फिर भी भीड़ से दूर निकलने की बलवती ________ (5) किसके मन में रह-रह कर नहीं जाग उठती है?

गद्यांश में संकेतित रिक्त स्थान (4) के लिए उपयुक्त शब्द होगा।
Q24mediummcqHindiSSC GD Constable2026
0% accuracy
निम्नलिखित गद्‌यांश के रिक्त स्थानों की पूर्ति गद्‌यांश के नीचे दिए गए प्रश्नों के अनुसार कीजिए-
कई दिन वहाँ रहने पर मुझे इस साध्वी की ________ (1) के बारें में बहुत कुछ मालूम हो गया। प्रातःकाल उसके आश्रम से निरंतर आती हुई तुलसीदास के भजनों की स्वर लहरी मेरी सोई हुई आत्मा को ________ (2) कर देती थी। कितनें दिनों से मैं रेल-पेल व भागमभाग से ________ (3) वातावरण में आनें की बात सोच रहा था। इस युग में भविष्य के प्रति ________ (4) हमें जल्दी निर्णय लेने से रोकती रहती है। फिर भी भीड़ से दूर निकलने की बलवती ________ (5) किसके मन में रह-रह कर नहीं जाग उठती है?

गद्यांश में संकेतित रिक्त स्थान (2) के लिए उपयुक्त शब्द होगा।
Q25mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam2026
50% accuracy
In the following passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.Student clubs are the place where students can (1) ______ their learning through interaction and discussion. Every activity in the club (2) ______ students to cultivate a different perception of life. The main purpose of the club is to provide a/an (3) ______ to showcase their talents and capabilities. It is the only place where students find time to (4) ______ themselves for their future. These activities not only benefit in shaping their interests and hobbies but also develop their leadership and social skills in a/an (5) ______ way.Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.
Q26mediummcqEnglish LanguageStaff Selection Commission2026
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Population ____1____ is one of the most serious problems of the world today. Studies ____2____ in this area suggest that the world population is further likely to increase by a few more billions. According to many environmental scientists, ecologists, researchers, and other intellectuals, the rise in the population will lead to several ____3____ consequences. Most significantly, the increasing number of people will ____4____ more water, more food, and more energy ____5____ to survive.
Choose the word which fits in the blank labelled 3 and gives appropriate meaning.
Q27mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC Selection Post 20212026
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Passage:
Nike gave its office workers a week-long holiday to help them de-stress (1) ______ worries over the COVID-19 pandemic. The sportswear giant (2) ______ its offices so workers could "enjoy additional time off (3) ______ and recover". A senior manager at Nike (4) ______ "Our senior leaders are all sending a clear message - take the time to unwind, de-stress and spend (5) ______ with your loved ones." Nike's stores did not close. Store workers worked as usual.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 5.
Q28mediummcqEnglish LanguageMock Exam2026
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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 water cycle, also known as the hydrological cycle, is a continuous process that circulates water throughout the Earth's systems. It involves the movement of water between the (1) ______ the water bodies and the land. The cycle consists of several key stages, each playing a crucial role in maintaining Earth's water balance.
At the heart of the water cycle is the process of (2) ______. This is where water from oceans, lakes and rivers is heated by the sun and turns into water vapour. This water vapour then rises into the atmosphere, where it cools and condenses to form clouds. When these clouds become heavy enough, they release their moisture through (3) ______ which can fall as rain or other forms of precipitation.
When precipitation falls onto the land, it can take different paths. Some of it may evaporate back into the air, while some may be taken up by plants and released back into the atmosphere through a process called (4) ______. The rest of the water may flow over the land's surface, gathering in streams and rivers that eventually lead back to the oceans, completing the cycle.
The water cycle is essential for maintaining Earth's ecosystems and supporting life. It helps distribute fresh water to various regions, replenishes water sources, and plays a role in regulating (5) ______ temperatures. Understanding the water cycle is crucial for addressing water scarcity and managing natural resources effectively.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.
Q29mediummcqEnglish LanguageStaff Selection Commission2026
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Population ____1____ is one of the most serious problems of the world today. Studies ____2____ in this area suggest that the world population is further likely to increase by a few more billions. According to many environmental scientists, ecologists, researchers, and other intellectuals, the rise in the population will lead to several ____3____ consequences. Most significantly, the increasing number of people will ____4____ more water, more food, and more energy ____5____ to survive.
Choose the word which fits in the blank labelled 1 and gives appropriate meaning.
Q30mediummcqEnglish LanguageMock Exam2026
0% accuracy
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 water cycle, also known as the hydrological cycle, is a continuous process that circulates water throughout the Earth's systems. It involves the movement of water between the (1) ______ the water bodies and the land. The cycle consists of several key stages, each playing a crucial role in maintaining Earth's water balance.
At the heart of the water cycle is the process of (2) ______. This is where water from oceans, lakes and rivers is heated by the sun and turns into water vapour. This water vapour then rises into the atmosphere, where it cools and condenses to form clouds. When these clouds become heavy enough, they release their moisture through (3) ______ which can fall as rain or other forms of precipitation.
When precipitation falls onto the land, it can take different paths. Some of it may evaporate back into the air, while some may be taken up by plants and released back into the atmosphere through a process called (4) ______. The rest of the water may flow over the land's surface, gathering in streams and rivers that eventually lead back to the oceans, completing the cycle.
The water cycle is essential for maintaining Earth's ecosystems and supporting life. It helps distribute fresh water to various regions, replenishes water sources, and plays a role in regulating (5) ______ temperatures. Understanding the water cycle is crucial for addressing water scarcity and managing natural resources effectively.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.
Q31mediummcqEnglish LanguageMock Exam2026
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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 water cycle, also known as the hydrological cycle, is a continuous process that circulates water throughout the Earth's systems. It involves the movement of water between the (1) ______ the water bodies and the land. The cycle consists of several key stages, each playing a crucial role in maintaining Earth's water balance.
At the heart of the water cycle is the process of (2) ______. This is where water from oceans, lakes and rivers is heated by the sun and turns into water vapour. This water vapour then rises into the atmosphere, where it cools and condenses to form clouds. When these clouds become heavy enough, they release their moisture through (3) ______ which can fall as rain or other forms of precipitation.
When precipitation falls onto the land, it can take different paths. Some of it may evaporate back into the air, while some may be taken up by plants and released back into the atmosphere through a process called (4) ______. The rest of the water may flow over the land's surface, gathering in streams and rivers that eventually lead back to the oceans, completing the cycle.
The water cycle is essential for maintaining Earth's ecosystems and supporting life. It helps distribute fresh water to various regions, replenishes water sources, and plays a role in regulating (5) ______ temperatures. Understanding the water cycle is crucial for addressing water scarcity and managing natural resources effectively.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.
Q32mediummcqEnglish LanguageMock Exam2026
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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 water cycle, also known as the hydrological cycle, is a continuous process that circulates water throughout the Earth's systems. It involves the movement of water between the (1) ______ the water bodies and the land. The cycle consists of several key stages, each playing a crucial role in maintaining Earth's water balance.
At the heart of the water cycle is the process of (2) ______. This is where water from oceans, lakes and rivers is heated by the sun and turns into water vapour. This water vapour then rises into the atmosphere, where it cools and condenses to form clouds. When these clouds become heavy enough, they release their moisture through (3) ______ which can fall as rain or other forms of precipitation.
When precipitation falls onto the land, it can take different paths. Some of it may evaporate back into the air, while some may be taken up by plants and released back into the atmosphere through a process called (4) ______. The rest of the water may flow over the land's surface, gathering in streams and rivers that eventually lead back to the oceans, completing the cycle.
The water cycle is essential for maintaining Earth's ecosystems and supporting life. It helps distribute fresh water to various regions, replenishes water sources, and plays a role in regulating (5) ______ temperatures. Understanding the water cycle is crucial for addressing water scarcity and managing natural resources effectively.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.
Q33mediummcqEnglish LanguageMock Exam2026
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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 water cycle, also known as the hydrological cycle, is a continuous process that circulates water throughout the Earth's systems. It involves the movement of water between the (1) ______ the water bodies and the land. The cycle consists of several key stages, each playing a crucial role in maintaining Earth's water balance.
At the heart of the water cycle is the process of (2) ______. This is where water from oceans, lakes and rivers is heated by the sun and turns into water vapour. This water vapour then rises into the atmosphere, where it cools and condenses to form clouds. When these clouds become heavy enough, they release their moisture through (3) ______ which can fall as rain or other forms of precipitation.
When precipitation falls onto the land, it can take different paths. Some of it may evaporate back into the air, while some may be taken up by plants and released back into the atmosphere through a process called (4) ______. The rest of the water may flow over the land's surface, gathering in streams and rivers that eventually lead back to the oceans, completing the cycle.
The water cycle is essential for maintaining Earth's ecosystems and supporting life. It helps distribute fresh water to various regions, replenishes water sources, and plays a role in regulating (5) ______ temperatures. Understanding the water cycle is crucial for addressing water scarcity and managing natural resources effectively.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.
Q34mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC Selection Post 20212026
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Directions (Q.46 to Q.50): In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Nike gave its office workers a week-long holiday to help them de-stress (1) ______ worries over the COVID-19 pandemic. The sportswear giant (2) ______ its offices so workers could "enjoy additional time off (3) ______ and recover". A senior manager at Nike (4) ______ "Our senior leaders are all sending a clear message - take the time to unwind, de-stress and spend (5) ______ with your loved ones." Nike's stores did not close. Store workers worked as usual.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 1.
Q35mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam2026
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Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 2.
"Superheroes often have backstories that 2) ________ how they have gained their powers..."
Q36mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam2026
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Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 4.
"They usually have a specific outfit or clothing that they wear to hide their identity and protect 4) ________ while fighting crime."
Q37mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam2026
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Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 1.
"Superheroes are fictional characters with 1) ________ powers who use their powers to fight crime and protect the public."
Q38mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam2026
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Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 5.
"Superheroes have been a staple of popular culture 5) ________ decades, appearing in comics, movies, television shows, and video games."
Q39mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam2026
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Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 3.
"...how they have gained their powers, 3) ________ being born with special powers, being bitten by a radioactive spider or being exposed to cosmic radiation."
Q40easymcqEnglish LanguageSSC Selection Post 2021 Matriculation Level2026
100% accuracy
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. I was often invited to colleges and universities (1) ______ lectures. Once, I went to a university to deliver a lecture. (2) ______, it was over, the students gathered to ask (3) ______ questions. Though it was getting late (4) ______ my next programme, since I love talking to (5) ______, I remained there answering their questions. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 1.
Q41easymcqEnglish LanguageSSC Selection Post 2021 Matriculation Level2026
100% accuracy
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. I was often invited to colleges and universities (1) ______ lectures. Once, I went to a university to deliver a lecture. (2) ______, it was over, the students gathered to ask (3) ______ questions. Though it was getting late (4) ______ my next programme, since I love talking to (5) ______, I remained there answering their questions. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 2.
Q42easymcqEnglish LanguageSSC Selection Post 2021 Matriculation Level2026
100% accuracy
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. I was often invited to colleges and universities (1) ______ lectures. Once, I went to a university to deliver a lecture. (2) ______, it was over, the students gathered to ask (3) ______ questions. Though it was getting late (4) ______ my next programme, since I love talking to (5) ______, I remained there answering their questions. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 3.
Q43mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC Selection Post 20212026
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Passage:
Nike gave its office workers a week-long holiday to help them de-stress (1) ______ worries over the COVID-19 pandemic. The sportswear giant (2) ______ its offices so workers could "enjoy additional time off (3) ______ and recover". A senior manager at Nike (4) ______ "Our senior leaders are all sending a clear message - take the time to unwind, de-stress and spend (5) ______ with your loved ones." Nike's stores did not close. Store workers worked as usual.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 2.
Q44mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC Selection Post 2018 Higher Secondary Level2026
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Directions: In the following passage some words have been deleted. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 2.Compared to other little bodies, the earth is of course extremely big, so (2) ________ that in relation to its (3) ________ even huge mountains would be like tiny particles of sand sticking on a football.
Q45mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC Selection Post 20212026
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Passage:
Nike gave its office workers a week-long holiday to help them de-stress (1) ______ worries over the COVID-19 pandemic. The sportswear giant (2) ______ its offices so workers could "enjoy additional time off (3) ______ and recover". A senior manager at Nike (4) ______ "Our senior leaders are all sending a clear message - take the time to unwind, de-stress and spend (5) ______ with your loved ones." Nike's stores did not close. Store workers worked as usual.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 3.
Q46mediummcqEnglish LanguageStaff Selection Commission2026
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Population ____1____ is one of the most serious problems of the world today. Studies ____2____ in this area suggest that the world population is further likely to increase by a few more billions. According to many environmental scientists, ecologists, researchers, and other intellectuals, the rise in the population will lead to several ____3____ consequences. Most significantly, the increasing number of people will ____4____ more water, more food, and more energy ____5____ to survive.
Choose the word which fits in the blank labelled 5 and gives appropriate meaning.
Q47easymcqEnglish LanguageSSC Selection Post 2021 Matriculation Level2026
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In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. I was often invited to colleges and universities (1) ______ lectures. Once, I went to a university to deliver a lecture. (2) ______, it was over, the students gathered to ask (3) ______ questions. Though it was getting late (4) ______ my next programme, since I love talking to (5) ______, I remained there answering their questions. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 4.
Q48mediummcqEnglish LanguageStaff Selection Commission2026
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Population ____1____ is one of the most serious problems of the world today. Studies ____2____ in this area suggest that the world population is further likely to increase by a few more billions. According to many environmental scientists, ecologists, researchers, and other intellectuals, the rise in the population will lead to several ____3____ consequences. Most significantly, the increasing number of people will ____4____ more water, more food, and more energy ____5____ to survive.
Choose the word which fits in the blank labelled 2 and gives appropriate meaning.
Q49easymcqEnglish LanguageSSC Selection Post 2021 Matriculation Level2026
100% accuracy
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank. I was often invited to colleges and universities (1) ______ lectures. Once, I went to a university to deliver a lecture. (2) ______, it was over, the students gathered to ask (3) ______ questions. Though it was getting late (4) ______ my next programme, since I love talking to (5) ______, I remained there answering their questions. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 5.
Q50mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC Selection Post 2018 Higher Secondary Level2026
100% accuracy
Directions: In the following passage some words have been deleted. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 1.Today we know that our earth, which seems to be flat and almost endless, is really a small ________ (1) revolving round the sun.
Q51mediummcqEnglish LanguageStaff Selection Commission2026
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Population ____1____ is one of the most serious problems of the world today. Studies ____2____ in this area suggest that the world population is further likely to increase by a few more billions. According to many environmental scientists, ecologists, researchers, and other intellectuals, the rise in the population will lead to several ____3____ consequences. Most significantly, the increasing number of people will ____4____ more water, more food, and more energy ____5____ to survive.
Choose the word which fits in the blank labelled 4 and gives appropriate meaning.
Q52mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC Selection Post 2018 Higher Secondary Level2026
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Directions: In the following passage some words have been deleted. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 3.Compared to other little bodies, the earth is of course extremely big, so big that in relation to its (3) ________ even huge mountains would be like tiny particles of sand sticking on a football.
Q53mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC Selection Post 20212026
0% accuracy
Passage:
Nike gave its office workers a week-long holiday to help them de-stress (1) ______ worries over the COVID-19 pandemic. The sportswear giant (2) ______ its offices so workers could "enjoy additional time off (3) ______ and recover". A senior manager at Nike (4) ______ "Our senior leaders are all sending a clear message - take the time to unwind, de-stress and spend (5) ______ with your loved ones." Nike's stores did not close. Store workers worked as usual.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 4.
Q54easymcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam2026
In the following passage some words have been deleted. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
Curd contains several microorganisms. Of these, the bacterium, Lactobacillus (1) the formation of curd. It multiplies in milk and (2) it into curd. Bacteria are also involved in the (3)__ of cheese, pickles and many other food items. Bacteria and yeast are also helpful for the fermentation of rice idlis and dosa batter. Yeast _(4) rapidly and produces carbon dioxide during respiration. Bubbles of the gas fill the dough and increase its _____(5)____. This is the basis of the use of yeast in the baking industry for making bread, pastries and cakes.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.
Q55mediummcqEnglish LanguageGeneral English Practice2026
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 silk routes are a good example of vibrant pre-modern trade and cultural links between 1 parts of the world. The name 'silk routes' points to the 2 of West-bound Chinese silk cargoes along this route. Historians have identified several silk routes, over land and by sea, knitting together vast regions of Asia, and 3 Asia with Europe and northern Africa. They are known to have existed since before the Christian Era and 4 almost till the fifteenth century. But Chinese pottery also ________5________the same route, as did textiles and spices from India and Southeast Asia.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.
Q56easymcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam2026
In the following passage some words have been deleted. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
Curd contains several microorganisms. Of these, the bacterium, Lactobacillus (1) the formation of curd. It multiplies in milk and (2) it into curd. Bacteria are also involved in the (3)__ of cheese, pickles and many other food items. Bacteria and yeast are also helpful for the fermentation of rice idlis and dosa batter. Yeast _(4) rapidly and produces carbon dioxide during respiration. Bubbles of the gas fill the dough and increase its _____(5)____. This is the basis of the use of yeast in the baking industry for making bread, pastries and cakes.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.
Q57easymcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam2026
In the following passage some words have been deleted. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
Curd contains several microorganisms. Of these, the bacterium, Lactobacillus (1) the formation of curd. It multiplies in milk and (2) it into curd. Bacteria are also involved in the (3)__ of cheese, pickles and many other food items. Bacteria and yeast are also helpful for the fermentation of rice idlis and dosa batter. Yeast _(4) rapidly and produces carbon dioxide during respiration. Bubbles of the gas fill the dough and increase its _____(5)____. This is the basis of the use of yeast in the baking industry for making bread, pastries and cakes.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.
Q58easymcqEnglish LanguageMock Test2026
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
A new clothing company is hoping to create as (1)_________ as 500 jobs in its factory and nationwide chain of stores. The company, New Trend was set up by Peter Dalton, a 36-year-old businessman (2)_________ Liverpool. The company, which is due to start production early next year, will provide employment for 300 people in its factory on the edge of Liverpool. In 12 months' time, (3)_________ will be a further 200 jobs, as the company begins opening shops in towns in all parts of Britain. Peter Dalton is also (4)_________ to open a shop in new York. "This project has (5)_________ me over four years to finalise," says Peter Dalton.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.
Q59easymcqEnglish LanguageMock Test2026
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
A new clothing company is hoping to create as (1)_________ as 500 jobs in its factory and nationwide chain of stores. The company, New Trend was set up by Peter Dalton, a 36-year-old businessman (2)_________ Liverpool. The company, which is due to start production early next year, will provide employment for 300 people in its factory on the edge of Liverpool. In 12 months' time, (3)_________ will be a further 200 jobs, as the company begins opening shops in towns in all parts of Britain. Peter Dalton is also (4)_________ to open a shop in new York. "This project has (5)_________ me over four years to finalise," says Peter Dalton.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.
Q60mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam2026
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blanks.
Nicholas Copernicus is famous for showing the world that the sun is the_________ of the universe in 1543 AD in Poland. He also noticed that some planets appeared to change directions when moving __________ the sky. Earlier astronomers believed in the phenomenon of retrograde motion but Copernicus saw it as _____________ that earth orbited the sun like other planets did.
Q61mediummcqEnglish LanguageGeneral English Practice2026
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 silk routes are a good example of vibrant pre-modern trade and cultural links between 1 parts of the world. The name 'silk routes' points to the 2 of West-bound Chinese silk cargoes along this route. Historians have identified several silk routes, over land and by sea, knitting together vast regions of Asia, and 3 Asia with Europe and northern Africa. They are known to have existed since before the Christian Era and 4 almost till the fifteenth century. But Chinese pottery also ________5________the same route, as did textiles and spices from India and Southeast Asia.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.
Q62easymcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam2026
In the following passage some words have been deleted. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
Curd contains several microorganisms. Of these, the bacterium, Lactobacillus (1) the formation of curd. It multiplies in milk and (2) it into curd. Bacteria are also involved in the (3)__ of cheese, pickles and many other food items. Bacteria and yeast are also helpful for the fermentation of rice idlis and dosa batter. Yeast _(4) rapidly and produces carbon dioxide during respiration. Bubbles of the gas fill the dough and increase its _____(5)____. This is the basis of the use of yeast in the baking industry for making bread, pastries and cakes.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.
Q63easymcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam2026
In the following passage some words have been deleted. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
Curd contains several microorganisms. Of these, the bacterium, Lactobacillus (1) the formation of curd. It multiplies in milk and (2) it into curd. Bacteria are also involved in the (3)__ of cheese, pickles and many other food items. Bacteria and yeast are also helpful for the fermentation of rice idlis and dosa batter. Yeast _(4) rapidly and produces carbon dioxide during respiration. Bubbles of the gas fill the dough and increase its _____(5)____. This is the basis of the use of yeast in the baking industry for making bread, pastries and cakes.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.
Q64mediummcqEnglish LanguageMock Test2026
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
A new clothing company is hoping to create as (1)_________ as 500 jobs in its factory and nationwide chain of stores. The company, New Trend was set up by Peter Dalton, a 36-year-old businessman (2)_________ Liverpool. The company, which is due to start production early next year, will provide employment for 300 people in its factory on the edge of Liverpool. In 12 months' time, (3)_________ will be a further 200 jobs, as the company begins opening shops in towns in all parts of Britain. Peter Dalton is also (4)_________ to open a shop in new York. "This project has (5)_________ me over four years to finalise," says Peter Dalton.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.
Q65mediummcqEnglish LanguageMock Test2026
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
A new clothing company is hoping to create as (1)_________ as 500 jobs in its factory and nationwide chain of stores. The company, New Trend was set up by Peter Dalton, a 36-year-old businessman (2)_________ Liverpool. The company, which is due to start production early next year, will provide employment for 300 people in its factory on the edge of Liverpool. In 12 months' time, (3)_________ will be a further 200 jobs, as the company begins opening shops in towns in all parts of Britain. Peter Dalton is also (4)_________ to open a shop in new York. "This project has (5)_________ me over four years to finalise," says Peter Dalton.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.
Q66easymcqEnglish LanguageSSC Selection Post 2021 Matriculation Level2026
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
It is best to steer the middle course in life. The key to happiness is to keep (1) ______ bounds and discipline one's life. Eating well is (2) ______ for nourishment but overeating can do more (3) ______ than good. All parents love their children but those who (4) ______ in excessive pampering end up spoiling their kids. (5) ______ riches can bring many evils, enemies, cares and worries.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 1.
Q67easymcqEnglish LanguageSSC Selection Post 2021 Matriculation Level2026
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 Dalai Lama was born in Tibet (1) _______ the 6th of July 1935. He is the leader of Tibet's Buddhists (2) _______ he lives in India, where thousands of his followers (3) _______ him. He is the world's (4) _______ Buddhist monk. He (5) _______ for freedom in Tibet and peace in the world.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 1.
Q68mediummcqEnglishSSC Staff Selection Commission2026
In the following passage some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill each blank.
There is a fantastic body of evidence which indicates that (1) ________ brings down the stress chemical and it enhances (2) ________ happiness chemical. The videos of medicos (3) ________ in hospital corridors have helped us (4) ________ in these gloomy times. Indeed optimism and (5) ________ are the need of the hour.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 1.
Q69easymcqEnglish LanguageMock Test2026
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
A new clothing company is hoping to create as (1)_________ as 500 jobs in its factory and nationwide chain of stores. The company, New Trend was set up by Peter Dalton, a 36-year-old businessman (2)_________ Liverpool. The company, which is due to start production early next year, will provide employment for 300 people in its factory on the edge of Liverpool. In 12 months' time, (3)_________ will be a further 200 jobs, as the company begins opening shops in towns in all parts of Britain. Peter Dalton is also (4)_________ to open a shop in new York. "This project has (5)_________ me over four years to finalise," says Peter Dalton.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.
Q70mediummcqEnglishSSC Staff Selection Commission2026
In the following passage some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill each blank.
There is a fantastic body of evidence which indicates that (1) ________ brings down the stress chemical and it enhances (2) ________ happiness chemical. The videos of medicos (3) ________ in hospital corridors have helped us (4) ________ in these gloomy times. Indeed optimism and (5) ________ are the need of the hour.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 2.
Q71easymcqEnglish LanguageSSC Selection Post 2021 Matriculation Level2026
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 Dalai Lama was born in Tibet (1) _______ the 6th of July 1935. He is the leader of Tibet's Buddhists (2) _______ he lives in India, where thousands of his followers (3) _______ him. He is the world's (4) _______ Buddhist monk. He (5) _______ for freedom in Tibet and peace in the world.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 2.
Q72mediummcqEnglishSSC Staff Selection Commission2026
In the following passage some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill each blank.
There is a fantastic body of evidence which indicates that (1) ________ brings down the stress chemical and it enhances (2) ________ happiness chemical. The videos of medicos (3) ________ in hospital corridors have helped us (4) ________ in these gloomy times. Indeed optimism and (5) ________ are the need of the hour.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 3.
Q73mediummcqEnglishSSC Staff Selection Commission2026
In the following passage some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill each blank.
There is a fantastic body of evidence which indicates that (1) ________ brings down the stress chemical and it enhances (2) ________ happiness chemical. The videos of medicos (3) ________ in hospital corridors have helped us (4) ________ in these gloomy times. Indeed optimism and (5) ________ are the need of the hour.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 4.
Q74easymcqEnglish LanguageSSC Selection Post 2021 Matriculation Level2026
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
It is best to steer the middle course in life. The key to happiness is to keep (1) ______ bounds and discipline one's life. Eating well is (2) ______ for nourishment but overeating can do more (3) ______ than good. All parents love their children but those who (4) ______ in excessive pampering end up spoiling their kids. (5) ______ riches can bring many evils, enemies, cares and worries.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 2.
Q75easymcqEnglish LanguageSSC Selection Post 2021 Matriculation Level2026
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 Dalai Lama was born in Tibet (1) _______ the 6th of July 1935. He is the leader of Tibet's Buddhists (2) _______ he lives in India, where thousands of his followers (3) _______ him. He is the world's (4) _______ Buddhist monk. He (5) _______ for freedom in Tibet and peace in the world.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 3.
Q76mediummcqEnglishSSC Staff Selection Commission2026
In the following passage some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill each blank.
There is a fantastic body of evidence which indicates that (1) ________ brings down the stress chemical and it enhances (2) ________ happiness chemical. The videos of medicos (3) ________ in hospital corridors have helped us (4) ________ in these gloomy times. Indeed optimism and (5) ________ are the need of the hour.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 5.
Q77mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam2026
I was brought up in a village. Those days there (1) ______ no televisions, music systems or VCDs at (2) ______. Our only luxury was books. I was fortunate (3) ______ grandparents. My grandfather was a retired school (4) ______ and an avid reader. He knew a large (5) ______ of Sanskrit texts by heart and every night, under the dark sky with the twinkling stars, he would tell me many stories.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 1.
Q78mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam2026
I was brought up in a village. Those days there (1) ______ no televisions, music systems or VCDs at (2) ______. Our only luxury was books. I was fortunate (3) ______ grandparents. My grandfather was a retired school (4) ______ and an avid reader. He knew a large (5) ______ of Sanskrit texts by heart and every night, under the dark sky with the twinkling stars, he would tell me many stories.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 2.
Q79mediummcqEnglish ComprehensionPrepp2026
Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

A series of 1 of shell or ivory or thin metal clothed her left upper arm all the way down to her fingers. A necklace 2 three pendants bunched together and a few bangles above the elbow and 3 on the right hands display an almost modern art. She speaks of the 4, ever hopeful human spirit. She reminds us that it is important to visit museums in our country to experience the 5 that a work of art leaves on our senses, to find among all the riches one particular vision of beauty that speaks to us alone.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.
Q80mediummcqEnglish ComprehensionPrepp2026
Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

A series of 1 of shell or ivory or thin metal clothed her left upper arm all the way down to her fingers. A necklace 2 three pendants bunched together and a few bangles above the elbow and 3 on the right hands display an almost modern art. She speaks of the 4, ever hopeful human spirit. She reminds us that it is important to visit museums in our country to experience the 5 that a work of art leaves on our senses, to find among all the riches one particular vision of beauty that speaks to us alone.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.
Q81mediummcqEnglish ComprehensionPrepp2026
Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

A series of 1 of shell or ivory or thin metal clothed her left upper arm all the way down to her fingers. A necklace 2 three pendants bunched together and a few bangles above the elbow and 3 on the right hands display an almost modern art. She speaks of the 4, ever hopeful human spirit. She reminds us that it is important to visit museums in our country to experience the 5 that a work of art leaves on our senses, to find among all the riches one particular vision of beauty that speaks to us alone.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.
Q82easymcqEnglish LanguageSSC Selection Post 2021 Matriculation Level2026
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
It is best to steer the middle course in life. The key to happiness is to keep (1) ______ bounds and discipline one's life. Eating well is (2) ______ for nourishment but overeating can do more (3) ______ than good. All parents love their children but those who (4) ______ in excessive pampering end up spoiling their kids. (5) ______ riches can bring many evils, enemies, cares and worries.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 3.
Q83easymcqEnglish LanguageSSC Selection Post 2021 Matriculation Level2026
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 Dalai Lama was born in Tibet (1) _______ the 6th of July 1935. He is the leader of Tibet's Buddhists (2) _______ he lives in India, where thousands of his followers (3) _______ him. He is the world's (4) _______ Buddhist monk. He (5) _______ for freedom in Tibet and peace in the world.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 5.
Q84mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam2026
I was brought up in a village. Those days there (1) ______ no televisions, music systems or VCDs at (2) ______. Our only luxury was books. I was fortunate (3) ______ grandparents. My grandfather was a retired school (4) ______ and an avid reader. He knew a large (5) ______ of Sanskrit texts by heart and every night, under the dark sky with the twinkling stars, he would tell me many stories.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 4.
Q85mediummcqEnglish LanguageMock Exam2026
Read the following passage and answer the question given below.
A little bird was flying South for the winter. It was so cold the bird froze and ______ to the ground into a large field.
While she was ______ there, a cow came by and dropped some dung on her. As the frozen bird lay there in the ______ of cow dung, she began to realize how warm she was.
The dung was actually ______ her out! She lay there all warm and happy, and soon began to sing for joy.
A ______ cat heard the bird singing and discovered the bird under the cow dung. The cat dug her out and ate her.

Choose the word from the given options which fits in the blank labelled 1 and gives correct meaning.
Q86mediummcqEnglish ComprehensionPrepp2026
Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

A series of 1 of shell or ivory or thin metal clothed her left upper arm all the way down to her fingers. A necklace 2 three pendants bunched together and a few bangles above the elbow and 3 on the right hands display an almost modern art. She speaks of the 4, ever hopeful human spirit. She reminds us that it is important to visit museums in our country to experience the 5 that a work of art leaves on our senses, to find among all the riches one particular vision of beauty that speaks to us alone.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.
Q87easymcqEnglish LanguageSSC Selection Post 2021 Matriculation Level2026
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 Dalai Lama was born in Tibet (1) _______ the 6th of July 1935. He is the leader of Tibet's Buddhists (2) _______ he lives in India, where thousands of his followers (3) _______ him. He is the world's (4) _______ Buddhist monk. He (5) _______ for freedom in Tibet and peace in the world.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 4.
Q88mediummcqEnglish ComprehensionPrepp2026
Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

A series of 1 of shell or ivory or thin metal clothed her left upper arm all the way down to her fingers. A necklace 2 three pendants bunched together and a few bangles above the elbow and 3 on the right hands display an almost modern art. She speaks of the 4, ever hopeful human spirit. She reminds us that it is important to visit museums in our country to experience the 5 that a work of art leaves on our senses, to find among all the riches one particular vision of beauty that speaks to us alone.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.
Q89mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam2026
I was brought up in a village. Those days there (1) ______ no televisions, music systems or VCDs at (2) ______. Our only luxury was books. I was fortunate (3) ______ grandparents. My grandfather was a retired school (4) ______ and an avid reader. He knew a large (5) ______ of Sanskrit texts by heart and every night, under the dark sky with the twinkling stars, he would tell me many stories.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 3.
Q90mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam2026
I was brought up in a village. Those days there (1) ______ no televisions, music systems or VCDs at (2) ______. Our only luxury was books. I was fortunate (3) ______ grandparents. My grandfather was a retired school (4) ______ and an avid reader. He knew a large (5) ______ of Sanskrit texts by heart and every night, under the dark sky with the twinkling stars, he would tell me many stories.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 5.
Q91mediummcqEnglish LanguageMock Exam2026
Read the following passage and answer the question given below.
A little bird was flying South for the winter. It was so cold the bird froze and ______ to the ground into a large field.
While she was ______ there, a cow came by and dropped some dung on her. As the frozen bird lay there in the ______ of cow dung, she began to realize how warm she was.
The dung was actually ______ her out! She lay there all warm and happy, and soon began to sing for joy.
A ______ cat heard the bird singing and discovered the bird under the cow dung. The cat dug her out and ate her.

Choose the word from the given options which fits in the blank labelled 2 and gives correct meaning.
Q92mediummcqEnglish LanguageMock Exam2026
Read the following passage and answer the question given below.
A little bird was flying South for the winter. It was so cold the bird froze and ______ to the ground into a large field.
While she was ______ there, a cow came by and dropped some dung on her. As the frozen bird lay there in the ______ of cow dung, she began to realize how warm she was.
The dung was actually ______ her out! She lay there all warm and happy, and soon began to sing for joy.
A ______ cat heard the bird singing and discovered the bird under the cow dung. The cat dug her out and ate her.

Choose the word from the given options which fits in the blank labelled 3 and gives correct meaning.
Q93mediummcqEnglish LanguageMock Exam2026
Read the following passage and answer the question given below.
A little bird was flying South for the winter. It was so cold the bird froze and ______ to the ground into a large field.
While she was ______ there, a cow came by and dropped some dung on her. As the frozen bird lay there in the ______ of cow dung, she began to realize how warm she was.
The dung was actually ______ her out! She lay there all warm and happy, and soon began to sing for joy.
A ______ cat heard the bird singing and discovered the bird under the cow dung. The cat dug her out and ate her.

Choose the word from the given options which fits in the blank labelled 4 and gives correct meaning.
Q94mediummcqEnglish LanguageMock Test2026
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Smoking is the leading cause of death from bronchogenic carcinoma of the lungs, as well as a cause of death from larynx, oral cavity, oesophagus, bladder, kidney, pancreas, stomach, uterine cervix and coronary heart disease. Nicotine is the (1)______ addictive component of tobacco smoke. The additives, too, cause (2)______ to the body; for example, ammonia can result in a 100-fold increase in nicotine's (3)______ to enter the nose. Nicotine's 'kick' can be amplified by levulinic acid, an additive used to conceal the nicotine's harsh taste, by (4)______ the binding of nicotine to brain receptors. More than four thousand compounds and more than forty known carcinogens are found in cigarette smoke. Tobacco smoke has been well (5)______ as a proven carcinogen and cancer cause for many years.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 1.
Q95mediummcqEnglish LanguageMock Exam2026
Read the following passage and answer the question given below.
A little bird was flying South for the winter. It was so cold the bird froze and ______ to the ground into a large field.
While she was ______ there, a cow came by and dropped some dung on her. As the frozen bird lay there in the ______ of cow dung, she began to realize how warm she was.
The dung was actually ______ her out! She lay there all warm and happy, and soon began to sing for joy.
A ______ cat heard the bird singing and discovered the bird under the cow dung. The cat dug her out and ate her.

Identify the phrasal verb/word which fits in the blank labelled as 5 and gives correct meaning.
Q96easymcqEnglish LanguageSSC Selection Post 2021 Matriculation Level2026
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
It is best to steer the middle course in life. The key to happiness is to keep (1) ______ bounds and discipline one's life. Eating well is (2) ______ for nourishment but overeating can do more (3) ______ than good. All parents love their children but those who (4) ______ in excessive pampering end up spoiling their kids. (5) ______ riches can bring many evils, enemies, cares and worries.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 4.
Q97easymcqEnglish LanguageMock Test2026
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Smoking is the leading cause of death from bronchogenic carcinoma of the lungs, as well as a cause of death from larynx, oral cavity, oesophagus, bladder, kidney, pancreas, stomach, uterine cervix and coronary heart disease. Nicotine is the (1)______ addictive component of tobacco smoke. The additives, too, cause (2)______ to the body; for example, ammonia can result in a 100-fold increase in nicotine's (3)______ to enter the nose. Nicotine's 'kick' can be amplified by levulinic acid, an additive used to conceal the nicotine's harsh taste, by (4)______ the binding of nicotine to brain receptors. More than four thousand compounds and more than forty known carcinogens are found in cigarette smoke. Tobacco smoke has been well (5)______ as a proven carcinogen and cancer cause for many years.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 2.
Q98mediummcqEnglish LanguageMock Test2026
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Smoking is the leading cause of death from bronchogenic carcinoma of the lungs, as well as a cause of death from larynx, oral cavity, oesophagus, bladder, kidney, pancreas, stomach, uterine cervix and coronary heart disease. Nicotine is the (1)______ addictive component of tobacco smoke. The additives, too, cause (2)______ to the body; for example, ammonia can result in a 100-fold increase in nicotine's (3)______ to enter the nose. Nicotine's 'kick' can be amplified by levulinic acid, an additive used to conceal the nicotine's harsh taste, by (4)______ the binding of nicotine to brain receptors. More than four thousand compounds and more than forty known carcinogens are found in cigarette smoke. Tobacco smoke has been well (5)______ as a proven carcinogen and cancer cause for many years.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 3.
Q99mediummcqEnglish LanguageMock Test2026
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Smoking is the leading cause of death from bronchogenic carcinoma of the lungs, as well as a cause of death from larynx, oral cavity, oesophagus, bladder, kidney, pancreas, stomach, uterine cervix and coronary heart disease. Nicotine is the (1)______ addictive component of tobacco smoke. The additives, too, cause (2)______ to the body; for example, ammonia can result in a 100-fold increase in nicotine's (3)______ to enter the nose. Nicotine's 'kick' can be amplified by levulinic acid, an additive used to conceal the nicotine's harsh taste, by (4)______ the binding of nicotine to brain receptors. More than four thousand compounds and more than forty known carcinogens are found in cigarette smoke. Tobacco smoke has been well (5)______ as a proven carcinogen and cancer cause for many years.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 4.
Q100easymcqEnglish LanguageMock Test2026
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Smoking is the leading cause of death from bronchogenic carcinoma of the lungs, as well as a cause of death from larynx, oral cavity, oesophagus, bladder, kidney, pancreas, stomach, uterine cervix and coronary heart disease. Nicotine is the (1)______ addictive component of tobacco smoke. The additives, too, cause (2)______ to the body; for example, ammonia can result in a 100-fold increase in nicotine's (3)______ to enter the nose. Nicotine's 'kick' can be amplified by levulinic acid, an additive used to conceal the nicotine's harsh taste, by (4)______ the binding of nicotine to brain receptors. More than four thousand compounds and more than forty known carcinogens are found in cigarette smoke. Tobacco smoke has been well (5)______ as a proven carcinogen and cancer cause for many years.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 5.
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