SSC CGL 2025 PYQ — Question 12

SSC CGL - 20 Sep 2025 - Shift 1 • English • Q12

Choose the correct phrasal verb:

The professor asked the student to ______ on her thesis argument.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. expand on.

Context: The professor is asking the student to elaborate or give more details about her thesis argument.

Meaning of the phrasal verbs:

Follow up: To continue or pursue something further.
Expand on: To give more details or explanation.
Point out: To indicate or highlight something.
Call for: To demand or require something.

Correct word: Expand on

Reason: “Expand on” is the most appropriate as it directly means to elaborate on a topic.

Final Sentence: The professor asked the student to expand on her thesis argument.

Hence the chosen option is correct.