SSC CHSL 2025 PYQ — Question 19

SSC CHSL - 13 Nov 2025 - Shift 3 • English • Q19

Choose the most suitable option to replace the highlighted part of the sentence:
Twenty minutes has been the time I need to get ready for the party.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The phrase 'Twenty minutes' refers to a single, specific period of time, which is treated as a singular noun in this context. Therefore, it requires a singular verb ('is') rather than a plural verb ('are').