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SSC Selection Post 2024 PYQ — Question 20

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level - 24 June 2024 - Shift 1 • English • Q20

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Read the following passage and answer all 5 questions given below.

Population ______1_______is one of the most serious problems of the world today. Studies ________2________in this area suggest that the world population is further likely to increase by a few more billions. According to many environmental scientists, ecologists, researchers, and other intellectuals, the rise in the population will lead to several ________3______consequences. Most significantly, the increasing number of people will ____4______more water, more food, and _____5_______to survive.

Choose the word which fits in the blank labelled 5 and gives appropriate meaning.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. more energy.

Context: The sentence discusses the increasing demands that will result from a rising population. It mentions the need for “more water, more food,” and the blank refers to a third essential requirement for survival.

Meaning of the words:

  • Water – a basic need for life.
  • Food – required for sustenance.
  • Energy – needed for daily living, cooking, transportation, electricity, etc.

Correct word: more energy

Reason: The sentence lists basic human needs that will increase due to population growth. “More energy” is logically and grammatically parallel to “more water” and “more food”. 

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.