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  1. 2981SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

    In the following passages, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

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    In modern societies, the concept of freedom is often celebrated as an essential right. However, true freedom is not the absence of rules but the presence of thoughtful (96) _____. Without it, freedom risks turning into chaos, where individual actions undermine collective welfare. A society that prizes only personal liberty without shared responsibility may soon face moral and civic (97)______. While people often equate freedom with doing as they please, meaningful liberty requires a commitment to boundaries that preserve dignity and (98) _____ for all. This balance is difficult to maintain, especially in democracies where voices are many and interests often (99)______. Yet, it is precisely through dialogue, compromise, and mutual respect that freedom finds its most enduring expression. In the end, freedom divorced from responsibility is not progress, but a subtle (100) ______ of what it truly means to be free.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 97.

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    Correct option: B — collapse

    collapse ‘Collapse’ means a sudden failure of an institution. The given passage states that a society that prizes only personal liberty without shared responsibility may soon face moral and civic collapse. Hence, “collapse” is the most appropriate answer.

  2. 2982SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

    In the following passages, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

    PassageTap to read

    In modern societies, the concept of freedom is often celebrated as an essential right. However, true freedom is not the absence of rules but the presence of thoughtful (96) _____. Without it, freedom risks turning into chaos, where individual actions undermine collective welfare. A society that prizes only personal liberty without shared responsibility may soon face moral and civic (97)______. While people often equate freedom with doing as they please, meaningful liberty requires a commitment to boundaries that preserve dignity and (98) _____ for all. This balance is difficult to maintain, especially in democracies where voices are many and interests often (99)______. Yet, it is precisely through dialogue, compromise, and mutual respect that freedom finds its most enduring expression. In the end, freedom divorced from responsibility is not progress, but a subtle (100) ______ of what it truly means to be free.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 98.

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    Correct option: D — equality

    equality The given passage states that meaningful liberty requires a commitment to boundaries that preserve dignity and equality for all. Hence, ‘equality’ is the most appropriate answer.

  3. 2983SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

    In the following passages, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

    PassageTap to read

    In modern societies, the concept of freedom is often celebrated as an essential right. However, true freedom is not the absence of rules but the presence of thoughtful (96) _____. Without it, freedom risks turning into chaos, where individual actions undermine collective welfare. A society that prizes only personal liberty without shared responsibility may soon face moral and civic (97)______. While people often equate freedom with doing as they please, meaningful liberty requires a commitment to boundaries that preserve dignity and (98) _____ for all. This balance is difficult to maintain, especially in democracies where voices are many and interests often (99)______. Yet, it is precisely through dialogue, compromise, and mutual respect that freedom finds its most enduring expression. In the end, freedom divorced from responsibility is not progress, but a subtle (100) ______ of what it truly means to be free.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 99.

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    Correct option: D — clash

    clash. ‘Clash’ means to be very different from each other. The given passage states that this balance is difficult to maintain, especially in democracies where voices are many and interests often clash. Hence, ‘clash’ is the most appropriate answer.

  4. 2984SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

    In the following passages, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

    PassageTap to read

    In modern societies, the concept of freedom is often celebrated as an essential right. However, true freedom is not the absence of rules but the presence of thoughtful (96) _____. Without it, freedom risks turning into chaos, where individual actions undermine collective welfare. A society that prizes only personal liberty without shared responsibility may soon face moral and civic (97)______. While people often equate freedom with doing as they please, meaningful liberty requires a commitment to boundaries that preserve dignity and (98) _____ for all. This balance is difficult to maintain, especially in democracies where voices are many and interests often (99)______. Yet, it is precisely through dialogue, compromise, and mutual respect that freedom finds its most enduring expression. In the end, freedom divorced from responsibility is not progress, but a subtle (100) ______ of what it truly means to be free.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 100.

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    Correct option: C — distortion

    distortion. ‘Distortion’ means the action of giving a misleading impression. The given passage states that freedom divorced from responsibility is not progress, but a subtle distortion of what it truly means to be free. Hence, ‘distortion’ is the most appropriate answer.

  5. 2985SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

    In the following passages, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

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    As technology continues to advance, space exploration is no longer limited to astronauts and scientists. In the coming decades, space could become a place for engineers, architects, doctors, and even artists. The idea of working beyond Earth, once considered science fiction, is slowly becoming a realistic (101)_______. Many countries have already started investing in training programs that prepare students for space-related fields. These programs not only focus on science, but also build problem-solving and leadership skills. Working in space will bring its own challenges-long durations, isolation, and technical failures will require (102)_______ preparation. Yet, the chance to be part of something bigger than oneself is what draws many young minds. With space tourism rising and private companies joining the race, the job market is expected to (103)_______. However, to succeed in this field, one must stay curious, adaptable, and (104)________. In the future, reaching for the stars might not be a dream, but a (105)_________.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 101.

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    Correct option: B — option

    option ‘Option’ means a possible choice or alternative. The given passage states that the idea of working beyond Earth, once considered science fiction, is slowly becoming a realistic option. Hence, ‘option’ is the most appropriate answer.

  6. 2986SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

    In the following passages, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

    PassageTap to read

    As technology continues to advance, space exploration is no longer limited to astronauts and scientists. In the coming decades, space could become a place for engineers, architects, doctors, and even artists. The idea of working beyond Earth, once considered science fiction, is slowly becoming a realistic (101)_______. Many countries have already started investing in training programs that prepare students for space-related fields. These programs not only focus on science, but also build problem-solving and leadership skills. Working in space will bring its own challenges-long durations, isolation, and technical failures will require (102)_______ preparation. Yet, the chance to be part of something bigger than oneself is what draws many young minds. With space tourism rising and private companies joining the race, the job market is expected to (103)_______. However, to succeed in this field, one must stay curious, adaptable, and (104)________. In the future, reaching for the stars might not be a dream, but a (105)_________.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 102.

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    Correct option: C — intense

    intense ‘Intense’ means requiring great effort, focus, or thoroughness. The passage states that working in space will bring challenges such as long durations, isolation, and technical failures, which will require intense preparation. Hence, ‘intense’ is the most appropriate answer.

  7. 2987SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

    In the following passages, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

    PassageTap to read

    As technology continues to advance, space exploration is no longer limited to astronauts and scientists. In the coming decades, space could become a place for engineers, architects, doctors, and even artists. The idea of working beyond Earth, once considered science fiction, is slowly becoming a realistic (101)_______. Many countries have already started investing in training programs that prepare students for space-related fields. These programs not only focus on science, but also build problem-solving and leadership skills. Working in space will bring its own challenges-long durations, isolation, and technical failures will require (102)_______ preparation. Yet, the chance to be part of something bigger than oneself is what draws many young minds. With space tourism rising and private companies joining the race, the job market is expected to (103)_______. However, to succeed in this field, one must stay curious, adaptable, and (104)________. In the future, reaching for the stars might not be a dream, but a (105)_________.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 103.

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    Correct option: B — expand

    expand ‘Expand’ means to grow or increase in size or scope. The passage mentions that with space tourism rising and private companies joining the race, the job market is expected to expand. Hence, ‘expand’ is the most appropriate answer.

  8. 2988SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

    In the following passages, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

    PassageTap to read

    As technology continues to advance, space exploration is no longer limited to astronauts and scientists. In the coming decades, space could become a place for engineers, architects, doctors, and even artists. The idea of working beyond Earth, once considered science fiction, is slowly becoming a realistic (101)_______. Many countries have already started investing in training programs that prepare students for space-related fields. These programs not only focus on science, but also build problem-solving and leadership skills. Working in space will bring its own challenges-long durations, isolation, and technical failures will require (102)_______ preparation. Yet, the chance to be part of something bigger than oneself is what draws many young minds. With space tourism rising and private companies joining the race, the job market is expected to (103)_______. However, to succeed in this field, one must stay curious, adaptable, and (104)________. In the future, reaching for the stars might not be a dream, but a (105)_________.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 104.

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    Correct option: A — reliable

    reliable ‘Reliable’ means dependable and trustworthy. The passage states that to succeed in space-related fields, one must stay curious, adaptable, and reliable. Hence, ‘reliable’ is the most appropriate answer.

  9. 2989SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

    In the following passages, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

    PassageTap to read

    As technology continues to advance, space exploration is no longer limited to astronauts and scientists. In the coming decades, space could become a place for engineers, architects, doctors, and even artists. The idea of working beyond Earth, once considered science fiction, is slowly becoming a realistic (101)_______. Many countries have already started investing in training programs that prepare students for space-related fields. These programs not only focus on science, but also build problem-solving and leadership skills. Working in space will bring its own challenges-long durations, isolation, and technical failures will require (102)_______ preparation. Yet, the chance to be part of something bigger than oneself is what draws many young minds. With space tourism rising and private companies joining the race, the job market is expected to (103)_______. However, to succeed in this field, one must stay curious, adaptable, and (104)________. In the future, reaching for the stars might not be a dream, but a (105)_________.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 105.

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    Correct option: C — reality

    reality ‘Reality’ means something that actually exists or can be achieved. The passage concludes that in the future, reaching for the stars might not be a dream, but a reality. Hence, ‘reality’ is the most appropriate answer.

  10. 2990SSC2025English LanguageEnglish

    In the following passages, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

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    Ravi and Arjun had been rivals on the football field since their first year in school. Both were talented players, and their competition often brought out the best—and sometimes the worst—in them. When the school team was selected for the district championship, both were chosen to play. At first, their rivalry made teamwork difficult. Passes were missed, tempers (106)______ and the coach had to step in. He reminded them that personal pride should never come before the team. Slowly, Ravi and Arjun began to (107)______ one another's strengths instead of focusing on their differences. As trust grew, their coordination improved, and the team's performance soared. In the semi-final match, it was a pass from Ravi that helped Arjun score the winning goal. The crowd cheered not just for the win, but for the sportsmanship. What began as a clash ended in a strong (108)______ that taught them the value of unity, mutual (109)______ and shared (110)______.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 106.

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    Correct option: C — flared

    flared ‘Flared’ means suddenly became strong or angry. The passage describes a rivalry that caused tempers to become intense during the football match. Hence, ‘flared’ is the most appropriate answer.

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