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Merit – Transparency – Technology

Screening Test (BPS-05 to BPS-15) of Graduation Category

Services, General Administration & Coordination Department (SGA&CD): Government of Sindh

Sample Paper

PART – I (ENGLISH)

Reading Comprehension

Read the passage and answer the questions at the end.

Once upon a time, a group of tiny frogs organised a running competition. The objective of the race was to reach the top of a very high tower. A large crowd gathered around the tower to witness the event and cheer for the contestants. As the race began, no one in the crowd believed that the tiny frogs could reach the top of the tower. The frogs started climbing, but many began collapsing one by one. Despite this, some frogs maintained their high spirits and continued to climb higher. The crowd kept shouting, “It is too difficult! No one will make it!” Many tiny frogs got tired and gave up. However, one tiny frog kept going. This frog would not give up and continued climbing steadily, higher and higher. After much effort, this single frog finally reached the top and won the competition. A fellow contestant asked how he found the strength to keep climbing, and he gave the answer that left them speechless: “He was deaf”. The wisdom of this story is powerful; never listen to other people when they are being pessimistic. Pessimistic words can take away your most wonderful dreams. Always remember that words have power, and everything you hear and read can influence your actions. Therefore, always stay positive. Surround yourself with positive people and friends. Above all, be deaf when others tell you what you can or cannot do. Believe in yourself, stay focused, and never let the noise of others drown out the voice inside you that says, “Yes, you can.”

PART – I (ENGLISH)

Reading Comprehension

1. The similar meaning of the word ‘pessimistic’ is:
   (a) Optimistic
   (b) Hopeful
   (c) Negative ✅
   (d) Fair

2. The opposite meaning of the word ‘tired’ is:
   (a) Weaken
   (b) Exhaust
   (c) Energetic ✅ (correct form of "Energies")
   (d) Waste

3. The objective of the race was to reach the top of a very high:
   (a) Place
   (b) Tower ✅
   (c) Mountain
   (d) River

4. The moral of the story is never listen to:
   (a) Pessimistic ✅
   (b) Optimistic
   (c) Guide
   (d) Supporters

5. Remember that words have the power to affect your:
   (a) Thoughts
   (b) Behavior
   (c) Planning
   (d) Actions ✅

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Synonym & Antonym

1. The synonym of the word ‘mingle’ is:
   (a) Disperse
   (b) Evoke
   (c) Discuss
   (d) Socialize ✅

2. The antonym of the word ‘enthusiasm’ is:
   (a) Fervor
   (b) Pain
   (c) Honesty
   (d) Indifference ✅

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Spell Checking

1. Choose the correct spelt word:
   (a) Hygiene ✅
   (b) Hygenea
   (c) Higiyne
   (d) Higeane

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Error Detection

1. I am looking for someone whom could carry my bag.
   Correct: who instead of "whom"
   ✅ Correct sentence: "I am looking for someone who could carry my bag."

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Preposition

1. The train left the station____________________.
   (a) in 7 o’clock
   (b) on 7 o’clock
   (c) at 7 o’clock ✅
   (d) upon 7 o’clock

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Sentence Structure

1. Choose the correct passive voice from the following.
   (a) A servant was been hired by Samina
   (b) A servant was hired by Samina ✅
   (c) A servant was being hire by Samina
   (d) A servant has hired by Samina

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PART – II (MATHEMATICS)

Basic Arithmetic

1. Cube root of 1728 is:
   (a) 12 ✅
   (b) 14
   (c) 22
   (d) 24

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Word Problem

The width of the rectangle is six more than the length. Given that the area is 16 m².
Let length = x, then width = x + 6
Area = x(x + 6) = 16 → x² + 6x - 16 = 0 → x = 2 → width = 8
Answer: (c) 8 ✅

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PART – III (GENERAL KNOWLEDGE)

Current Affairs / World Knowledge

1. The current speaker of the National Assembly of Pakistan is:
   (Note: Subject to change; answer based on latest data might be needed.)
   (a) Ayaz Sadiq ✅ (as of 2024-2025)
   (b) Asad Qaiser
   (c) Shela Raza
   (d) Agha Siraj Durrani

2. The smallest country in the world, in terms of area, is:
   (a) Vatican City ✅
   (b) Maldives
   (c) Morocco
   (d) Chille

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Everyday Science

1. The fundamental molecule produced during photosynthesis is:
   (a) Glucose ✅
   (b) Amino acid
   (c) Fatty acid
   (d) Nucleotide

2. The factor that does not affect the state of matter is:
   (a) Temperature
   (b) Pressure
   (c) Volume
   (d) Colour ✅

3. The energy released during a fission or fusion reaction is called:
   (a) Solar energy
   (b) Geothermal energy
   (c) Tidal energy
   (d) Nuclear energy ✅

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Islamiat / Pakistan Studies

1. The oldest religion in the world is:
   (a) Hinduism ✅
   (b) Judaism
   (c) Islam
   (d) Buddhism

2. The "Fourteen Points" of Quaid-e-Azam were a response to:
   (a) Simon Commission
   (b) Cripps Mission
   (c) Nehru Report ✅
   (d) Cabinet Mission

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Computer

1. The device required to connect two networks is:
   (a) Switch
   (b) Bridge
   (c) Router ✅
   (d) Modem

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