Day 169: SSC CGL English
5 questions (9 parts). Try each one first, then open its answer.
Question 1
Idioms and Phrases. Asked once: 20 Sep 2025 S1
79Choose the correct meaning of idiom: To bite one’s thumb at someoneTap an option to check your answer.
Question 2 (case study, 5 parts)
Reading Comprehension. Asked once: 12 Sep 2025 S1
Read the following passage and answer the questions based on the passage: While education and wisdom are often conflated in colloquial discourse, a discerning mind perceives a fundamental divergence between the two. Education is the formal acquisition of knowledge, often measured through degrees, academic accolades, and proficiency in structured disciplines. It is delivered through systematic curricula, institutionalized assessment, and theoretical frameworks. However, wisdom transcends this rigidity; it is the judicious application of knowledge to real-life contexts, enriched by experience, introspection, and emotional intelligence. An individual may be extensively educated yet remain bereft of wisdom if they lack the discernment to apply their learning ethically and effectively. Conversely, many wise individuals—farmers, artisans, elders—may not possess formal education, but their decisions exhibit prudence and sagacity cultivated through lived realities. Thus, education equips the mind, but wisdom enriches the soul. In an era dominated by information overload and algorithmic thinking, the schism between the two has widened. Educational institutions often prioritize rote memorization and standardized testing over critical thinking and moral reasoning. Consequently, society produces individuals proficient in problem-solving but deficient in decision-making that requires empathy, patience, or foresight. Wisdom, being innately human, cannot be downloaded or fast-tracked; it is earned through trial, failure, reflection, and a nuanced understanding of human nature. Furthermore, while education is temporally bounded—ending with formal schooling or academic milestones—wisdom is a lifelong pursuit. It does not boast certificates but manifests in humility, ethical consistency, and the ability to navigate ambiguity with grace. Ultimately, the highest form of intelligence lies not merely in knowing what is right, but in consistently choosing to do it, especially when it is inconvenient.90According to the passage, how is wisdom primarily acquired?Tap an option to check your answer.
91What does the author mean by "wisdom enriches the soul"?Tap an option to check your answer.
92Who, according to the author, can be wise despite lacking formal education?Tap an option to check your answer.
93What is the central contrast drawn in the passage?Tap an option to check your answer.
94According to the author, why has the gap between education and wisdom widened in recent times?Tap an option to check your answer.
Question 3
Sentence Rearrangement. Asked once: 13 Sep 2025 S2
99Rearrange the following sentences to form a coherent paragraph: 1. The rapid spread of misinformation and disinformation on social media platforms represents a major challenge to public discourse. 2. This method involves a systematic verification of facts, claims, and sources to provide a credible assessment of accuracy. 3. This phenomenon can erode public trust in news sources and undermine informed decision-making in a democratic society. 4. As a result, professional fact-checking organizations have emerged as a critical line of defense against the proliferation of false narratives.Tap an option to check your answer.
Question 4
Spotting Errors. Asked once: 17 Sep 2025 S1
85Find the part of the sentence that contains an error: The draft policy outlines (1)/ that each employee must adhere to (2)/ the code of conduct (3)/ irrespective of their position. (4)/Tap an option to check your answer.
Question 5
Vocabulary. Asked once: 24 Sep 2025 S3
84Choose the correct one-word substitute for: 'A person who hates marriage'.Tap an option to check your answer.