one word substitution Model Questions & Answers, Practice Test for ssc chsl tier 1

Answer: (d)

'Didactic' is an adjective which could, but not necessarily, be used for stories or tales that aim at instruction. A 'paradigm' (n.) refers to anything that serves as an example or as a model. A 'paragon' is generally a person who is the model of excellence in some manner. Only the 'parable' distinctly refers to a story that is allegorical and teaches about some truth or moral lesson.

Answer: (b)

Orthopaedics is the branch of medicine concerned with correction of deformities or functional impairments of the skeletal system. Venereology is the study of venereal diseases. Homeopathy is defined as the system of treating diseases by small quantities of drugs that excite symptoms similar to those of the disease.

Answer: (d)

Answer: (d)

Unlike an 'excursion' which is a short trip by a group, a 'picnic' is an excursion by a group involving sharing of a meal in the open air. A 'hike' and a 'stroll' are walks: the former walking through a great distance for pleasure, exercise or training and the latter, walking leisurely as inclination directs.

Answer: (d)

Though all the given terms are related to horse- riding, each has its own meaning. An equestrian is one who rides horses or performs on horseback. A cavalryman is a soldier in the unit of troops serving on horseback. A cavalier is a horseman, especially one mounted on a horse. A jockey rides horses professionally in races.