SSC CGL (Prelims) General: Phrasal Verbs questions with solutions

Q1. Choose the correct phrasal verb: Since the topic was extremely sensitive, she decided to _____ it entirely.

1. lean over
2. shy away from
3. walk into
4. brush aside

Answer: shy away from

“Shy away from” means to avoid or hesitate to deal with something. Since the topic was sensitive, this phrasal verb fits best.

Q2. Select the correct phrasal verb: We need to ____ the old files before moving the new ones.

1. clean out
2. clear off
3. wipe over
4. go over

Answer: clean out

"Clean out" means to remove unwanted or old things from a place. That fits the context of removing old files before moving in the new ones.

Q3. Choose the correct phrasal verb: After months of negotiation, the two sides finally _____ an agreement acceptable to both parties.

1. arrived to
2. arrived at
3. arrived on
4. arrived with

Answer: arrived at

The fixed expression is 'arrive at an agreement', meaning to reach a decision or settlement. The other prepositions are not idiomatic here.