Staff Selection Commission Multi Tasking Staff Exam
Question : Select the word segment that substitutes (replaces) the bracketed word segment correctly and completes the sentence meaningfully. Select the option 'No correction required' if the sentence is correct as given.
He was pleased to see them, especially as (Alice was disposed off to) be sympathetic rather than critical.
Option 1: Alice was disposed of to
Option 2: No correction required
Option 3: Alice was inclined to
Option 4: Alice was disposed to of
Correct Answer: Alice was inclined to
Solution : The correct choice is the third option.
Explanation: The phrase Alice was inclined to correctly convey the intended meaning. "Inclined to" expresses a natural tendency or disposition towards a certain behaviour or attitude. In this context, it indicates that Alice is
Question : Directions: In the given question, select the related letter from the given alternatives. ABCD : EFGH :: IJKL : ?
Option 1: OPQR
Option 2: UVWX
Option 3: MNOP
Option 4: NOPQ
Correct Answer: MNOP
Solution : Given: ABCD : EFGH :: IJKL : ?
The letter cluster ABCD : EFGH is composed of four letters in alphabetical order, followed by another four letters also in alphabetical order. Similarly, follow the same pattern for IJKL : ? – The letter cluster IJKL
Question : What is the value of $\frac{49-7 \times 5+3 \times 21}{98+49 \times 2-195} ?$
Option 1: 77
Option 2: 22
Option 3: 11
Option 4: 7
Correct Answer: 77
Solution : Given: $\frac{49-7 \times 5+3 \times 21}{98+49 \times 2-195}$ = $\frac{49-35+63}{98+98-195}$ = $\frac{112-35}{196-195}$ = $77$ Hence, the correct answer is 77.
Question : A biopic on legendary Sitara Devi has been announced on her 101st birth anniversary by producer Raj C Anand. Sitara Devi was a recognized _________dancer.
Option 1: Kathak
Option 2: Odissi
Option 3: Kathakali
Option 4: Kuchipudi
Correct Answer: Kathak
Solution : The correct option is Kathak.
Sitara Devi was renowned for her exceptional skills and contributions to the Indian classical dance. She is best known as a leading exponent of the Kathak style of dance and is often referred to as the "Nritya Samragini" (Empress of
Question : Which cell organelle performs the principal function of packaging materials?
Option 1: Endoplasmic reticulum
Option 2: Golgi apparatus
Option 3: Lysosome
Option 4: Vacuoles
Correct Answer: Golgi apparatus
Solution : The correct option is the Golgi apparatus.
The Golgi apparatus, commonly referred to as the Golgi complex or Golgi body, is the cell organelle that primarily packs materials. Proteins and lipids that are produced in the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) are modified, sorted, and packaged
Question : Comprehension: 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 number.
By the (1)_________ we reach puberty, the world has reached us and (2)_________ us to a greater extent than we realise. (3)________ family, friends, school, and society in general (4)_________ by word and example, how to be. But people (5)_________ leaders at that moment when they decide for themselves how to be.
Question: Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 4.
Option 1: have tell us
Option 2: have told us
Option 3: has told us
Option 4: have been told us
Correct Answer: have told us
Solution : The second option is the correct answer.
The use of "have told us" is grammatically correct because it aligns with the past perfect tense. The past perfect tense is formed using the auxiliary verb "have" with the past participle of the main verb.
Question : Select the appropriate synonym for the underlined word. "Little Red Riding Hood" is a fairy tale.
Option 1: document
Option 2: fact
Option 3: tail
Option 4: story
Correct Answer: story
Solution : The fourth option is correct.
Tale refers to a narrative or story, often involving events, characters, or adventures.
Story: A narrative account of events, real or fictional, usually presented in a structured and sequential manner. So, the synonym for tale is story.
The meanings of
Question : Which of the following is a fundamental duty stated under the Indian Constitution?
Option 1: To safeguard private property
Option 2: To protect dignity
Option 3: To defend the country
Option 4: To manage religious affairs
Correct Answer: To defend the country
Solution : The correct answer is To defend the country.
‘To defend the country’ comes under the fundamental duties mentioned in the Constitution. Fundamental duties were added by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act in 1976. There are 11 Fundamental duties mentioned in Article 51A
Question : Bessie Award is a dance award given in which country?
Option 1: Germany
Option 2: Norway
Option 3: Australia
Option 4: USA
Correct Answer: USA
Solution : The correct option is the USA
The Bessie Awards, officially known as the New York Dance and Performance Awards, honour outstanding achievements in the field of dance in the United States. Established in 1983, they recognise excellence and innovation in various dance forms, contributing to
Question : A sentence has been given a blank to be filled with an appropriate option. Choose the correct alternative.
Social media is _____to market products.
Option 1: used
Option 2: uses
Option 3: use
Option 4: using
Correct Answer: used
Solution : The correct choice is the first option.
Explanation: In this context, social media is the subject of the sentence, and it requires a singular verb that agrees with a singular subject. The past participle form used is appropriate in this case as it is
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