SSC CGL 2016 PYQ — Question 43

SSC CGL Tier II English - 1/12/2016 • English • Q43

In the following passage, some of the words have been left out. Read the passage carefully and choose the correct answer for the given blank out of the four alternatives.

In a very short period of time the internet has had a_____ impact on the way we live. Since the internet was made_____, it has lowered the______ to creative expression. It has provided______to information on a larger scale. It has_____innovation without_____ changes to its_____. An open, borderless and____platform means that barriers to entry are low,_____is_____ and innovation is rapid.

_____ and innovation is rapid.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. assured.

  1. reassured- say or do something to remove the doubts or fears of (someone).
  2. pressured- attempt to persuade or coerce (someone) into doing something.
  3. assured- protected against discontinuance or change.
  4. uncertain- not able to be relied on; not known or definite.

All the option except the chosen one has a negative meaning so they will not be suitable as the paragraph has a positive tone.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.