SSC CGL 2018 PYQ — Question 72

SSC CGL Tier II English - 19/02/2018 • English • Q72

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the phrase.
Any new participant in some activity.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e., Neophyte.

  • Neophyte- a person who is new to a subject or activity
  • Holophyte- an organism that produces its own food through photosynthesis
  • Mesophyte- a plant needing  only a moderate amount of water
  • Epiphyte- a plant that grows on another plant

As the chosen word best expresses the meaning of the given group of words it will be correct.