SSC CGL 2017 PYQ — Question 151

SSC CGL Tier II English - 12/01/2017 • English • Q151

In the following question, a sentence / a part of sentence is underlined. Below are given alternatives to the underlined part which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is required, choose "No Improvement" option.

The match was so very ordinary after all the hype generated by the fans.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. nothing to write home about.

  1. Nothing to write home about = not exciting or special.
  2. Look at the sentence :
  3. Their performance was nothing to write home about.
  4. The chosen option is a phrase and its meaning is completely suitable for the statement so it will be correct.

The correct sentence will be-

The match was nothing to write home about after all the hype generated by the fans.