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Day 13: SSC CGL Tier II English

5 questions (9 parts). Try each one first, then open its answer.

  1. Question 1

    Grammar. Asked once: 18 Jan 2026 Tier II

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    Choose the most appropriate option to fill the blank in the given sentence. Radium ________ rays that can damage the eyes.

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  2. Question 2

    Idioms and Phrases. Asked once: 18 Jan 2026 Tier II

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    In the following question, out of the four alternatives, choose the one which gives the meaning of the given idiom or phrase. To strain at a gnat and swallow a camel

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  3. Question 3 (case study, 5 parts)

    Reading Comprehension. Asked once: 18 Jan 2026 Tier II

    Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions based on the passage: Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen is a classic known for its humor and complex characters. The famous first sentence of the book, "It is a truth universally acknowledged, that a single man in possession of a good fortune, must be in want of a wife," begins to set up all of the major themes of money, status, and marrying well that are prevalent in 19th-century England. The Bennet family, particularly Elizabeth Bennet, a smart and strong-willed heroine, is the subject of Austen’s commentary on the societal imperative for women to marry well and thereby have a stable income. The title itself is quite meaningful, as it first indicates the character flaws that drive much of the conflict in this novel, namely Darcy’s pride and Elizabeth’s prejudice. In fact, Mr. Fitzwilliam Darcy, being a rich and high-ranking person, first of all shows a haughty character, thereby being very superior by virtue of his class. Elizabeth, having been offended by his initial lack of warmth, as well as having been misled by the deceiving Mr. Wickham, very quickly showed prejudice against him. Traces the story of each as they navigate these weaknesses. Darcy needs to lower his pride to appreciate the value of Elizabeth’s inferior standing, though she must see the strength of his superior qualities. Austen employs irony and satire liberally to point out the absurdities of the class structure. Personages like the obsequious Mr. Collins and the imperious Lady Catherine de Bourgh symbolize the hard and silly aspects of class consciousness. The sojourn at Darcy’s grand estate, Pemberley, is an important defining instance in which the splendor of the property and the favorable reports of his servants compel Elizabeth to revise her earlier opinion and realize the truth of Darcy’s goodness. In the final analysis, the novel promotes love marriages, couples like Jane and Bingley, and Elizabeth and Darcy, who have successful marriages because of love, in contrast to couples who marry for convenience (Charlotte Collins and Mr. Collins) or those who are full of passion but irresponsible (Lydia and Wickham).
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    What are the major themes expressed by the first line of the novel?

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    Which defects in character does the name "Pride and Prejudice" primarily refer to?

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    How is the character of Lady Catherine de Bourgh employed in the novel as a criticism of society?

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    What is the key event that marks a turning point in making Elizabeth change her view of Darcy?

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    What kind of marriage does Jane Austen appear to prize the most, according to the conclusion of the novel?

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  4. Question 4

    Sentence Rearrangement. Asked once: 18 Jan 2026 Tier II

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    Given below are four jumbled parts of a sentence. Select the option that gives their correct order. A) by the intricate tapestry of B) the philosopher was captivated C) that define human existence D) moral and ethical dilemmas

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  5. Question 5

    Spotting Errors. Asked once: 18 Jan 2026 Tier II

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    The following sentence has been divided into four parts. Identify the part which contains a grammatical error. If there is no error in the sentence, then select 'No Error'. The company will invest more(A) six hundred crores(B) in the next five years to expand(C) its operations in Britain (D).

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