SSC CGL 2025 PYQ — Question 17

SSC CGL - 19 Sep 2025 - Shift 3 • English • Q17

Fill in the blank with the correct option:

He spoke so ______ that the audience was mesmerized.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. fluently.

Context: The sentence describes how he spoke, so an adverb is required.

Meaning of the words:

Fluently: In a smooth and effortless manner.
Fluent: An adjective describing ability.
Fluented: Incorrect form.
Fluency: A noun form.

Correct word: Fluently

Reason: Since the verb “spoke” needs an adverb, “fluently” is the correct choice.

Final Sentence: He spoke so fluently that the audience was mesmerized.

Hence the chosen option is correct.