The Importance of Mock Tests in SSC CGL Preparation:
Candidates should definitely take mock tests - it's not just about revision. While revision helps you review what you have learned, mock tests provide practical experience that strengthens your exam readiness in ways that revision alone cannot match.
- Real Exam Simulation
- Time Management Practice
- Identify strengths and weakness
- Improve question interpretation
- Boost retention and application
- Track progress
- Avoid silly mistakes
In short, revision is necessary, but mock tests are transformative. A balanced approach - where you revise first and then validate your learning through mock tests - is the most effective strategy for success in competitive exams.
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What is covered in this blog
- What are mock tests?
- How often should you take mock tests
- Common mistakes while attempting mocks
- English Mock Test - 50 questions along with answers
- Final tips
- Importance of Mock Tests
- Video (learn through audio visual aid)
What are Mock Tests
The main aim of taking mock tests is to motivate you to do revision early. By simulating exam conditions, students understand the time management. After each test, review the
answers immediately, answer sheets help clarify, focus on weak areas, revise and practice previous questions. Many aspirants in cities like Chennai, Bangalore, and Delhi integrate
weekly mocks into their routine to review progress and attempt daily mocks to improve speed and accuracy.
For better results, consider each mock test like the real exam: find a quiet space, distraction free environment, and adhere strictly to time limits. Over time, consistent practice builds confidence, sharpens accuracy, and turns uncertainty into mastery—Try to make mock tests one of the most effective strategies in any student’s preparation toolkit.
Take full-length mocks every 3–4 days during preparation. Try to do topic-wise tests to maintain depth and breadth.
After each mock test, review mistakes and do not check your score, focus on mistakes, not marks.
You can categorize every mistake. If the concept is not clear and repeatedly you are doing the same silly mistake, contact your mentor and clear the doubt immediately. Do the wrong questions again after 2 or 3 days, still the problem persists, revise the whole chapter.
Pro Tip: For students in cities like Chennai, Bangalore, or Pune, align mock schedules with coaching timelines to stay on track without overload.
Mock tests are more than just practice—they’re strategic tools that build confidence, sharpen time management, and reveal knowledge gaps before the real exam.
Common Mistakes While Attempting Mocks:
SSC CGL/CHSL English Mock Test – 50 Questions
Part A: Articles & Determiners (1–5)
1. ___ honesty is the best policy.
A) a
B) an
C) the
D) no article
Ans: D
Explanation: Don't use any article before abstract noun. Here, (honesty) is an abstract noun.
2. ___ Hindu is a very popular newspaper in India.
A) A
B) An
C) The
D) No article
Ans: The
Explanation: "The Hindu" is the proper noun (the specific name of the newspaper), both
words must be capitalized. Use definite article " The" before the name of newspaper.
3. I bought ___ new branded wristwatch yesterday.
A) a
B) an
C) the
D) no article
Ans: a
Explanation: " A " is used before singular nouns starting with a consonant sound.
4. She graduated with ___ MBBS.
A) a
B) an
C) the
D) no article
Ans: an
Explanation: Use ' an ' before MBBS because the letter ' M ' is pronounced with a vowel
sound ( em - bee - bee - ess).
5. ___ Sun is a big ball of gases.
A) A
B) An
C) The
D) No article
Ans: The
Explanation: Before the names of heavenly bodies, use " The". The sun is known as one of the heavenly bodies.
Part B: Vocabulary (6–15)
6. Synonym of "Kind":
A) Benevolent
B) Cruel
C) Angry
D) Proud
Ans: Benevolent
Antonym: Malevolent, Cruel, Malicious
7. Synonym of "Clear":
A) Bright
B) Opaque
C) Visible
D)Transparent
Ans: Transparent
Antonym: Opaque, Vague, Hazy
8. Synonym of "Quash":
A) Slash
B) Hardworking
C) Reject
D) Question
Ans: Reject
Antonyms: Approve, Ratify, Support
9. Antonym of "Contract":
A) Increase
B) Expand
C) Contract
D) Improve
Ans: Expand
Synonyms: Shrink, Lessen, Condense
10. Synonym of "Dormant":
A) Modern
B) Ancient
C) Latent
D) Active
Ans: Latent
Antonyms: Active, Alert, Operational
11. Antonym of "Plenty":
A) Ample
B) Deficiency
C) Abundance
D) Scarcity
Ans: Scarcity
Synonyms: Ample, Abundance, Galore
12. Synonym of "Prudent":
A) Sensible
B) Foolish
C) Reckless
D) Weak
Ans: Sensible
Antonyms: Foolish, Reckless, Rash
13. Antonym of "Antagonist":
A) Nemesis
B) Friend
C) Violent
D) Dangerous
Ans:Friend
Synonyms: Opponent, Enemy, Rival
14. Synonym of "Delicate":
A) Strong
B) Fragile
C) Hard
D) Tough
Ans: Fragile
Antonyms: Strong, Sturdy, Robust
15. Antonym of "Optimist":
A) Positive
B) Cynic
C) Pessimist
D) Cheerful
Ans: Pessimist
Part C: Prepositions (16–20)
16. The Gala festival will be over ___ 9.00pm.
A) at
B) on
C) for
D) by
Ans: by
Explanation: "by" is used to indicate the latest time at which the action will be over.
17. My friend reached the examination center ___ time.
A) in
B) on
C) at
D) for
Ans: in
Explanation: In time shows not late and reached there within a comfortable
span of time.
18. The train didn't arrive ___ time.
A) in
B) on
C) at
D) by
Ans: on
Explanation: Here, "On time" means at the planned time.While " in time" means early before.
19. Dr. Abdul Kalam was very popular ___ the students.
A) between
B) with
C) among
D) on
Answer: among
Explanation: Use "among " when you talk about three or more people or things. Here, "students" means more than three, so use "among".
20. He can solve this problem ___no time.
A) by
B) from
C) with
D) in
Ans: " In no time" is a phrase, which means in a very short time.
Part D: Spotting Errors (21–30)
21. Neither of the employees have submitted the report.
A) Neither
B) students
C) have
D) project
Ans: have
Instead of using have use "has"
Explanation: "Neither" is a singular pronoun (meaning not one nor the other),
it always requires a singular verb. So, you should change ' have' to ' has '.
22. One of my friend is an MLA.
A) One of
B) my
C) friend
D) doctor
Ans: friend
Explanation: Here, ' friend ' should be plural because you are picking one person
out of a group of your friends, so it must be friends.
23. She prefers green tea than black coffee.
A) She
B) prefers green tea
C) than
D) black coffee
Ans: than
Explanation: When you use the word prefer, to compare two objects, you
must use the preposition " to " instead of ' than '.
24. He has been working here since five years.
A) has been
B) working
C) since
D) years
Ans: since (you must use preposition "for" instead of "since".
Explanation: Since is used with particular month, particular day, and particular year.
On the other hand, for is simply used for a period of time.
Example of since: (Since childhood, Since 2020)
Example of for: (For two months, for six years)
25. The local news are available on this channel.
A) The local news
B) are
C) available
D) on this channel
Ans: are
Explanation: Here the news seems to be plural so many candidates use
"are", but in use it is singular, so you use " is " in place of " are ".
26. Each of the boys have a bicycle.
A) Each
B) boys
C) have
D) bicycle
Ans: have
Explanation: Always remember "Each of " take singular verb. So, instead of writing
"have ", you write "has".
27. The director as well as his employee have left.
A) The director
B) as well as his employee
C) employee have
D) left
Ans: have
Explanation: When two subjects are joined by "as well as" the verb agrees with the
first subject. Here, First subject = The director
Second Subject = His employee
According to rule, the verb agrees with the first subject so in place of "have" you
write" has" because "The director" is singular, so the verb must be singular(has).
28. He is senior than me.
A) He
B) senior
C) than
D) me
Ans: than
Explanation: When you use the adjective word s like senior, junior, superior, inferior to
compare two subjects, they are followed by "to" not "than".
29. The furniture are expensive.
A) The furniture
B) are
C) expensive
D) No error
Ans: is
Explanation: The word "furniture" is an uncountable noun so you cannot use articles
before them and it always requires singular verbs. But you can say, "Different types
of furniture are available (reasonable rates) in this shop.
30. They did not knew the correct answer.
A) did
B) not
C) knew
D) answer
Ans: knew
Explanation: In negative sentences, the verb after didn't is always in the first form. So,
don't use second form of the verb. The correct answer will be " They didn't know the
correct answer."
Part E: One-Word Substitution (31–35)
31. One who knows many languages:
A) Linguist
B) Polyglot
C) Scholar
D) Orator
Ans: Polyglot
32. A person who hates mankind:
A) Philanthropist
B) Miser
C) Misanthrope
D) Patriot
Ans: Misanthrope
33. One who cannot read or write:
A) Illiterate
B) Literate
C) Educated
D) Scholar
Ans: Illiterate
34. The study of birds:
A) Geologist
C) Zoologist
D) Botanist
Ans: Ornithologist
35. A sweet music:
A) Melody
B) Song
C) Duet
D) Lullaby
Ans: Melody
Part F: Idioms & Phrases (36–40)
36. Maiden speech:
A) Extempore
B) Speak confidently
C) To reveal the secret
D) Speak in front of boss
Ans: First speech
37. At sixes and sevens:
A) Organized
B) Confused
C) Happy
D) Angry
Ans: Confused
38. Once in a blue moon:
A) Frequently
B) Rarely
C) Daily
D) Never
Ans: Rarely
39. In cold blood:
A) Speak directly
B) Angrily
C) Deliberately
D) Excitedly
Ans: Angrily
40. Yeoman's service:
A) helping hand
B) Pays a bribe
C) social work
D) Excellent work
Ans: Excellent work
Part G: Active-Passive Voice (41–45)
41. An email was written by him.
A) She wrote an email.
B) She writes an email.
C) She is writing an email.
D)She has written an email.
Ans: She wrote an email.
Explanation: Always remember tense of the verb is not changed. Only its form is changed. In the sentence "an email " is the receiver of the action. The verb " was written " is therefore said to be in the passive voice. While in active voice, "She" is the doer of the action, therefore, the verb "wrote" is said to be in the active voice.
42. They are playing soccer.
A) Soccer is played by them.
B) Soccer is being played by them.
C) Soccer was being played by them.
D) Soccer has been played by them.
Ans: Soccer is being played by him.
Explanation: It is an example of Present Continuous Tense. (Active Voice)
Formula for Active Voice: is/ am/ are + Present Participle (first form of the verb + ing)
Formula for Passive Voice: is/am/are + being + Past participle (third form of the verb)
Follow this formula while changing the (Present Continuous Tense) sentences into passive
voice.
43. She has completed the work.
A) The work completed by her.
B) The work has completed by her.
C) The work has been completed by her.
D) The work was completed by her.
Ans: The work has been completed by her.
Explanation: It is an example of Present Perfect Tense. (Active Voice)
Formula for Active Voice: has/have + Past Participle
Formula for Passive Voice: has/have + been + Past Participle
Follow this formula while changing Present Perfect Tense (sentences) into passive voice.
44. The teacher praised the student.
A) The student was praised by the teacher.
B) The student is praised by the teacher.
C) The student has praised.
D) The student praised the teacher.
Ans: The student was praised by the teacher.
Explanation: In this sentence, the object " the student " is placed after the verb praised. The subject
" The teacher" has been placed before the verb to show that the action is performed by the subjects.This is active voice. While the subject " the student" receive the action done by the object ' teacher '. So, the verb should be ' was praised '.
45. Open the door.
A) Let the window be opened.
B) Window is opened.
C) The window opens.
D) Opened the window.
Ans: Let the window be opened.
Explanation: When the verb expressing command or order, you use the verb "let"
followed by the passive infinitive without 'to'. the form of the verb in the passive is:
Let + be + III form.
Point to remember: The subject is put between " let" and "be" + III form
Part H: Cloze Grammar (46–50)
46. If I ___ an angle, I would help everybody.
A) am
B) was
C) were
D) be
Ans: were
Explanation: Use 'were' instead of ' was ' because this is an imaginary situation
(You are not actually an angle) It is a subjunctive mood.
47. Hardly had he reached the stadium ___ it started raining.
A) then
B) than
C) when
D) while
Ans: when
Explanation: As an adverb of degree "Hardly " takes "when" not than. So, the
appropriate answer will be " when".
48. No sooner did she reach the airport___ the flight left.
A) than
B) then
C) when
D) while
Ans: than
Explanation: Use "than" with " No sooner".
49. He ___ his brother.
A) resembles
B) resemble
C) is resembling
D) has resembled
Ans: resembles
Explanation: Verbs like appear, resemble, consist, seem do not use in Continuous Tense.
Here, in the sentence, the verb is "resemble" So, always use this in present tense.
50. Which topic have you revised ___.
A) now
B) late
C) lately
D) recent
Ans: lately
Explanation: Here, lately means recently, it (lately) is an adverb and (late) ia an adjective.
SSC Tip: Questions 21–30 (Error Detection) and 6–15 (Vocabulary)
Practice them daily for faster improvement.
Note:
Don't skip (Points to remember) SSC CGL Preparation 2026
- Use your time wisely before exams
- Practice mock test daily.
- Do them (Mock test) as they are for time management.
Before two weeks (last 15 days of the exam) - SSC CGL Practice Tests
- Plan your revision effectively.
- Revise the whole course and practice mock test daily.
- Don't start any new topic.
- Work on your weak areas.
Before one week of the exam: (SSC CGL Time Management)
- Do lots of previous papers.
- Sleep at least 8 hours.
- Plan your schedule and follow it.
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