SBI PO Prelims 2018 Previous Year Question Paper with Free PDF Download Shift 2 Memory Based Paper

SBI PO Prelims 2018 Previous Year Question Paper with Free PDF Download Shift 2 Memory Based Paper

Select the phrase/ connector (it must be at the start) from the given three options which can be
used to form a single sentence from the two sentences given below, implying

The country was in a state of deep turmoil. The President

Select the phrase/ connector (it must be at the start) from the given three options which can be
used to form a single sentence from the two sentences given below, implying the same meaning

The police arrived at the railway station. The suspect saw them, fired three bullets, and ran away.

Select the phrase/ connector (it must be at the start) from the given three options which can be
used to form a single sentence from the two sentences given be

Indira Gandhi was assassinated in 1984. Rajiv Gandhi
English

30 Questions

Question. 1

as expressed in the statement sentences.

(i) As the country .....
(ii) On declaring an emergency .....
(iii) Being in a state of .....
1. Only (i)
2. Both (i) and (ii)
3. Both (ii) and (iii)
4. Both (i) and (iii)
5. None of these

Question. 2

as expressed in the statement sentences.

(i) After firing three bullets......
(ii) In watching the police......
(iii) As soon as the police......
1. Only (i)
2. Both (i) and (ii)
3. Both (ii) and (iii)
4. Only (iii)
5. None of these

Question. 3

as expressed in the statement sentences.

(i) When Indira Gandhi...
(ii) Only before Rajiv Gandhi...
(iii) Having been assassinated...
the same meaning

 declared an emergency.

low, implying the same meaning

 became the Prime Minister.
Select the phrase/ connector (it must be at the start) from the given three options which can be
rom the two sentences given below, implying the same meaning

The Central Government must cut down on the defence budget. Otherwise,

Select the phrase/ connector (it must be at the start) from the given three options which can be
used to form a single sentence from the two sentences given below, implying the same meaning

He has failed many times and almost all his plans have seen little success. He still hopes to succeed

In the following question, 2 columns are given containing three phrases/ sentences each. In the
first column sentences A, B, C and in the second column D, E,
first column may or may not connect with another sentence/phrase from the second column to
1. Only (i)
2. Both (i) and (ii)
3. Both (ii) and (iii)
4. Both (i) and (iii)
5. None of these

Question. 4

used to form a single sentence f
as expressed in the statement sentences.

not be resolved.
(i) Unless the Central Government...
(ii) While the Central Government...
(iii) After the Central Government...
1. Only (i)
2. Both (i) and (ii)
3. Both (ii) and (iii)
4. Both (i) and (iii)
5. None of these

Question. 5

as expressed in the statement sentences.

one day.
(i) Although he hopes...
(ii) While he has failed...
(iii) In spite of the fact that...
1. Only (i)
2. Both (i) and (ii)
3. Both (ii) and (iii)
4. Both (i) and (iii)
5. None of these

Question. 6
the financial crisis will

 F are given. A sentence from the
make a grammatically and contextually correct sentence. The question has five options, four of
which display the sequences of the sentences. If none of the above is the answer, then mark op-
tion (e) as the answer.

Column 1 Column 2
A. Blowing the horn
D. Every trees dirty
loudly in front of a school
E. Is strictly forbidden by
B. The pollution has made
law
C. The old man was          F. After the movie was a
rushed to the hospital       hit at the premier

1. A-E
2. B-D
3. A-F
4. C-E
5. None of these

Question. 7
In the following question, 2 columns are given containing three phrases/ sentences each. In the
first column sentences A, B, C and in the second column D, E, F are given. A sentence from the
first column may or may not connect with another sentence/phrase from the second column to
make a grammatically and contextually correct sentence. The question has five options, four of
which display the sequences of the sentences. If none of the above is the answer, then mark op-
tion (e) as the answer.

Column 1: Column 2:
A. It is the duty of the government D. To safeguard the rights of its citizens
B. The children in our neighbourhood E. Are late for the financial year.
C. The Indian monsoon F. Are enjoying their summer break from school

1. A-F
2. A-D and B-F
3. B-D
4. C-F
5. None of the above

Question. 8
In the following question, 2 columns are given containing three phrases/ sentences each. In the
first column sentences A, B, C and in the second column D, E, F are given. A sentence from the
first column may or may not connect with another sentence/phrase from the second column to
make a grammatically and contextually correct sentence. The question has five options, four of
which display the sequences of the sentences. If none of the above is the answer, then mark op-
tion (e) as the answer.
Column 1: Column 2:
A. The young children of today’s generation D. How much water does the body require
B. The gardener knows E. Have an advanced knowledge of computers
C. The bus driver was drunk F. Saving money for the future

1. B-F
2. B-D
3. A-E
4. C-F
5. None of the above

Question. 9
In the following question, 2 columns are given containing three phrases/ sentences each. In the
first column sentences A, B, C and in the second column D, E, F are given. A sentence from the
first column may or may not connect with another sentence/phrase from the second column to
make a grammatically and contextually correct sentence. The question has five options, four of
which display the sequences of the sentences. If none of the above is the answer, then mark op-
tion (e) as the answer.

Column 1: Column 2:
A. The rising terrorism in some places D. Is the breeding place for germs
B. Stagnant water E. Has inspired many people
C. You must study hard F. Is hurting the sentiments of women

1. A-D
2. B-D
3. C-F
4. C-E
5. None of the above

Question. 10
In the following question, 2 columns are given containing three phrases/ sentences each. In the
first column sentences A, B, C and in the second column D, E, F are given. A sentence from the
first column may or may not connect with another sentence/phrase from the second column to
make a grammatically and contextually correct sentence. The question has five options, four of
which display the sequences of the sentences. If none of the above is the answer, then mark op-
tion (e) as the answer.

Column 1: Column 2:
D. is considered an
A. The heavy rains in Mumbai
act of kindness
E. was tortured for
B. The school across the lane
the rest of his life
F. have
C. Catering to the needs of poor people    flood the banks of
the country

1. A-F
2. B-E
3. C-D
4. C-F
5. None of the above

Question. 11
In the question below, a part of the sentence is underlined. Below are given alternatives to
the underlined part which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case
no improvement is needed, choose 'No improvement'.
The new sofa is very nicer than the old one.
1. very nice
2. more nicer
3. nice
4. much nicer
5. No improvement

Question. 12
In the question below, a part of the sentence is underlined. Below are given alternatives to
the underlined part which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case
no improvement is needed, choose 'No improvement'.
I thought the noise was made by a thief but it was just the man next door.
1. The man next doors
2. The man next door's
3. The man next's door
4. The man next doors'
5. No improvement

Question. 13
In the question below, a part of the sentence is underlined. Below are given alternatives to
the underlined part which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case
no improvement is needed, choose 'No improvement'.
Let me give you a few advice.
1. the advice
2. a piece of advice
3. advices
4. an advice
In the question below, a part of the sentence is underlined. Below are given alternatives to
underlined part which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case

In the question below, a part of the sentence is underlined. Below are given alternatives to
underlined part which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case

In the following question, a part of the sentence is underlined. Below are given alternatives to
the underlined part which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no
improvement is required, choose 'No Improvement' option.

In the following question, a part of the sentence is underlined. Below are given alternati
the underlined part which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no
improvement is required, choose 'No Improvement' option.
5. No improvement

Question. 14

the
no improvement is needed, choose 'No improvement'.
The court accused the government for concealing critical matters from the public.
1. accused the government in
2. accused the government on
3. accused the government of
4. accused the government
5. No improvement

Question. 15

the
no improvement is needed, choose 'No improvement'.
The doctor had decided to give way on the patient.
1. give forth
2. give up
3. give off
4. give to
5. no improvement

Question. 16

He not only bought a bike, but also a new car.
1. bought not only
2. bought only
3. bought
4. bought only not
5. No improvement

Question. 17

I cannot see no gain in investing in this project.
ves to
1. see any gain
2. saw gain
3. see a gain
4. saw any gain
5. No improvement

Question. 18
In the following question, a part of the sentence is underlined. Below are given alternatives to
the underlined part which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no
improvement is required, choose "No Improvement" option.
We discussed about the matter yesterday.
1. discussed for
2. discussed on
3. discussed
4. discussed of
5. No improvement

Question. 19
Read the passage carefully and answer the questions given below it. Certain words have been
highlighted for your attention.
Once again, a vigorous monsoon so vital to India’s economic fortunes has left some states in sham-
bles. From Assam to Karnataka, heavy rainfall in a short span of time has created paralyzing floods
that have taken a heavy toll on life, wiped out crops and destroyed hard-earned assets. When the
waters recede, a familiar cycle of assessment of damage by Central teams, preparation of loss esti-
mates and expensive restoration work such as repairs to river embankments, will follow. In Assam,
where 31 deaths have been recorded already, there are projects to strengthen the embankments
of the heavily silted Brahmaputra; the Flood Control Department as well as the disaster relief force
have well-funded budgets. Yet, the hundreds of crores of rupees periodically spent on flood prepa-
ration, relief and mitigation research in the State have not yielded a protocol that reduces the im-
pact of heavy rain.
The swollen river invariably dissolves the weak earthen embankments overnight. Now that another
furious season is providing fresh insight into the causes, effects, and impact of rain and floods in
northeastern India and elsewhere, it is time the Centre took a coordinated view in tackling the cri-
sis. To begin with, it has to review the efficacy of the flood forecasts issued by nearly 180 special-
ized stations now in operation, and the pattern of responses of the 19 States and Union Territories
that receive these alerts.
Urban India is no less traumatized by floods, but city governments have not learned too many les-
sons from devastation and losses. The scenes of gridlock and frustration in Gurgaon, Bengaluru, and
Delhi last week travelled around the world, just months after the disaster in Chennai. Can there be
a surgical solution to sclerotic urban planning? The spectacle of flooding and destruction should
convince the Environment Ministry that it is retrograde to sanction large real estate projects with-
out an environmental impact assessment.
Which of the following phrases would be a suitable title for th

Which of the following stands TRUE as per the reading of the given passage?
The Centre must review the efficacy of the flood forecasts issued by nearly 180 specialized sta-
ern of responses of the 19 States and Union Territories that re-

The Environment Ministry should sanction large estate projects without an environmental impact

The hundreds of crores of rupees spent on flood preparation

The floods are a boon to the farmers, leading to the growth of crops and a flourishing economy.

The efficacy of flood forecasts and the pattern of the states and UTs are reviewed.
1. Urban infrastructure and planning
2. Assam deaths
3. Poor flood planning and its casualties
4. Economic fortunes of India
5. None of the above

Question. 20
Which of the following words is the most similar
passage?
1. Adaptive
2. Thoughtful
3. Smooth
4. Unresponsive
5. None of the above

Question. 21

1.
tions now in operation, and the patt
ceive these alerts.
2.
assessment.
3.
that made an impact on the heavy rain.
4.
5. None of the above

Question. 22
What happens when the waters recede?
1. Loss of crops and deaths follow it.
2.
3. Assessment and preparation of damage estimat
work.
4. Scenes of gridlock and frustration follow.
5. None of the above

Question. 23
e given passage?

in meaning to the word ‘sclerotic’ as given in the

 and relief have yielded a protocol

es are done, along with expensive restoration
Which of the below sentences summarises the key idea of the passage?
A vigorous monsoon can lead to economic loss to some states.
Research on flood preparation and urban planning have gone to waste and no

Urban planning in India is very inefficient and poor.

In the question given below, a sentence has been divided into five
part is given in bold. Each question is followed by five options which give the sequence of the re-
arranged parts. Choose the option that gives the correct sequence. If the sentence is already ar-
s not match then choose (e) i.e. 'None of the above' as the an-

/ in the digital era (A)/ to talk to each other, (B)/ instead we talk at each

In the question given below, a sentence has been divided into five parts out of which the first
part is given in bold. Each question is followed by five options which give the sequence of the re-
arranged parts. Choose the option that gives the correct seque
ranged or the given sequence does not match then choose (e) i.e. 'None of the above' as the an-

The Supreme Court attempted to narrow the scope of provisions
in active incitement to violence (C)/ was limited to cases where (D).
Which of the following words is most similar
sage?
1. Littoral
2. Flooded
3. Fluvial
4. Pelagic
5. None of the above

Question. 24

1.
2.
hand.
3. Impact of floods from Assam to Karnataka.
4.
5. None of the above

Question. 25

ranged or the given sequence doe
swer.
The ease of communication
other (C)/ has not increased our ability (D).
1. BCAD
2. BCDA
3. ACBD
4. ADBC
5. None of the above

Question. 26

swer.

an individual was engaged (B)/
1. BDCA
2. ADBC
in meaning to the word ‘swollen’ as used in the pas-

 solution is at

 parts out of which the first

nce. If the sentence is already ar-

/ holding that membership (A)/
3. ADCB
4. DCBA
5. None of the above

Question. 27
In the question given below, a sentence has been divided into five parts out of which the first
part is given in bold. Each question is followed by five options which give the sequence of the re-
arranged parts. Choose the option that gives the correct sequence. If the sentence is already ar-
ranged or the given sequence does not match then choose (e) i.e. 'None of the above' as the an-
swer.
After years of injustice against women/ it does not matter which political dispensation (A)/ comes
to power (B)/ but what really counts (C)/ is what it does for the safety and security of women. (D)
1. DBCA
2. ADBC
3. ACDB
4. BDAC
5. None of the above

Question. 28
In the question given below, a sentence has been divided into five parts out of which the first
part is given in bold. Each question is followed by five options which give the sequence of the re-
arranged parts. Choose the option that gives the correct sequence. If the sentence is already ar-
ranged or the given sequence does not match then choose (e) i.e. 'None of the above' as the an-
swer.
The report said that the state government/ would be paid fantastic compensation (A)/ had told
that landowners whose properties (B)/ had to be acquired (C)/ for the proposed highway (D).
1. CDBA
2. ACDB
3. BCDA
4. ACBD
5. None of the above

Question. 29
In the question given below, a sentence has been divided into five parts out of which the first
part is given in bold. Each question is followed by five options which give the sequence of the re-
arranged parts. Choose the option that gives the correct sequence. If the sentence is already ar-
ranged or the given sequence does not match then choose (e) i.e. 'None of the above' as the an-
swer.
If computers and advanced technologies/ help the agricultural universities to advise(A)/ India
could see a farming revolution in the future (B)/ farmers on the best practices that can be used (C)/
to increase crop yield and quality of the crops then (D).
1. ABDC
In the question given below, a sentence has been divided into five parts out of which the first
part is given in bold. Each question is followed by five options which give the sequence of the re-
oose the option that gives the correct sequence. If the sentence is already ar-
ranged or the given sequence does not match then choose (e) i.e. 'None of the above' as the an-

,/ and when to expect pest infestations (A)/ when t
spray herbicide (B)/ machine will provide information to the farmers (C)/
2. ACDB
3. CDBA
4. DABC
5. None of the above

Question. 30

arranged parts. Ch

swer.
In agriculture, for example

(D).
1. CDBA
2. ABCD
3. DBCA
4. BDAC
5. None of the above
o sow, where to
 on the quality of the soil

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