PPSC Past Papers & Solved MCQs

Subject-verb agreement dictates that a verb must agree in number with its subject. When "neither of" is used, the subject is considered singular, even if the noun following "of" is plural.

• The correct answer, has done, is accurate. "Neither" acts as a singular pronoun, meaning "not one." Therefore, it requires a singular verb form. "Has done" is the singular present perfect tense, correctly agreeing with "neither."
• Have done is plural and would be incorrect with the singular subject "neither."
• Is doing is singular but implies an ongoing action, which might not fit the context of completed homework as well as "has done."
• Were doing is plural and past continuous, incorrect for both number agreement and tense in this context.

Correct subject-verb agreement is fundamental for grammatical accuracy.

The question asks for the antonym of “Immerse.” To immerse means to put something completely into a liquid or to involve oneself deeply in an activity. Therefore, we are looking for a word with the opposite meaning.

• The correct answer is dry. To dry something means to remove liquid from it, which is the direct opposite of putting it into liquid.
• Dip is incorrect because it is a synonym or a similar action to immersing, meaning to put something briefly into a liquid.
• Involve is incorrect as it represents a secondary meaning of immerse (to be deeply engaged), not its antonym.
• Sprinkle is incorrect because it means to scatter small drops or particles, which is not the opposite of a complete submersion.

The question asks for the antonym of “Vice.” A vice refers to immoral or wicked behavior, a moral fault, or a bad habit. We need to find a word that signifies the opposite of such negative moral qualities.

• The correct answer is Virtue. A virtue is behavior showing high moral standards or a quality considered morally good or desirable. It is the direct opposite of a vice.
• Diligent is incorrect because it means hardworking and careful, describing a work ethic rather than a moral quality opposite to vice.
• Subtle is incorrect as it means delicate, precise, or indirect, which is unrelated to moral character.
• Aristocrat is incorrect because it refers to a member of the aristocracy, a social class, and has no direct antonymous relationship with vice.

This question requires understanding grammatical voice, specifically converting an active voice imperative sentence into its passive equivalent. Voice indicates whether the subject performs the action (active) or receives the action (passive).

The original sentence, 'Prepare yourself for the worst,' is an imperative sentence in the active voice, with an implied subject 'you.' To change it to the passive voice, the focus shifts from the doer of the action to the receiver of the action, and the verb form changes to 'be + past participle.'

The correct answer is Be prepared for the worst. This sentence correctly transforms the active imperative into a passive construction. 'Prepared' is the past participle, and 'be' is the auxiliary verb, indicating a state of being rather than an action performed by an explicit subject. It maintains the imperative tone while shifting to passive voice.

• The worst should be prepared by yourself is grammatically awkward and changes the meaning, implying 'the worst' is something to be created.
• You be prepared for the worst is still an active imperative, simply making the subject 'you' explicit, without changing the voice to passive.
• For the worst, preparation should be made by you is passive but is a more convoluted and less direct phrasing than the correct answer, losing the concise nature of the original imperative.

The correct option effectively conveys the original meaning in the passive voice.

This question tests your understanding of prepositions that express contrast or concession. The sentence indicates that outdoor games were held despite the challenging condition of heavy rain.

• B: Despite is the correct answer. It is a preposition meaning 'notwithstanding' or 'regardless of', perfectly conveying that the games proceeded even with heavy rain.
• A: Meanwhile is an adverb indicating simultaneity ('at the same time'), which doesn't fit the context of contrast.
• C: In spite of is semantically correct and means the same as 'despite'. However, the blank provided is for a single word, making 'Despite' the more appropriate choice over the three-word phrase 'in spite of'.
• D: In the event of means 'if something happens'. This expresses a condition, implying the games would be held *if* rain occurred, which contradicts the sentence's meaning that they were held *despite* the rain.

This question tests the correct preposition to use with the adjective “interested.” Prepositions often follow certain adjectives to form idiomatic phrases.

• The correct answer is in. The standard and grammatically correct phrase in English is “interested in.” This means having or showing curiosity or concern about something. For example, one is interested in a topic, a book, or a proposal.
• Using “by” (option C) with “interested” is less common and usually implies being affected or intrigued by something, rather than having a general interest.
• Using “on” (option D) is grammatically incorrect in this context. One might work on a proposal or focus on it, but not be interested on it.

The word yoke primarily refers to a wooden bar joining two animals, often oxen, for drawing a load, or a frame fitted to a person's shoulders for carrying pails. Metaphorically, it signifies something that binds, connects, or imposes servitude and restriction.

• A: Freedom is the correct antonym. Since 'yoke' implies being bound, controlled, or in servitude, 'freedom' directly opposes this by signifying liberation, independence, and the absence of restraint.
• B: Chain is a series of connected links used for fastening or securing. It is a synonym or closely related concept to 'yoke' in its sense of binding or restriction.
• C: Bond refers to a tie, link, or connection, often implying restriction or obligation. This makes it a synonym or related term, not an antonym.
• D: Harness is a set of straps used to control an animal or secure a person. It serves a similar function to a yoke in terms of control and connection, thus it is not an antonym.

The question asks for a word similar in meaning to “Knave.” A knave is an archaic term for a dishonest, unscrupulous, or mischievous man; a rogue.

• The correct answer is Rogue. A rogue is a dishonest or unprincipled man, often mischievous. This word is a direct synonym for