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SSC CGL 2017 PYQ — Question 94

SSC CGL Tier II English - 12/01/2017 • English • Q94

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In the following passage some of the words have been left out. Read the passage carefully and choose the correct answer for the given blank out of the four alternatives.

We have rich cultural _____ . Its roots go into _____. Ours has never been a closed ______. It has _______ just like a tree, ______ to external ______ but holding its roots _______. But one wonders today whether it will be able to hold its _____. The ______ of our cultural heritage has come under the _____ of western culture.

Its roots go into _____.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. antiquity.

  1. pastress- A female pastor.  
  2. antiquity- ancient times especially : those before the Middle Ages  
  3. obscurity- the state or quality of being unclear and difficult to understand or see.  
  4. dignity-  calm, serious behaviour that makes other people respect you.
  5. As the culture is related to the civilization that started somewhere in the middle age we need to use the word "antiquity" as it shows the same meaning.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.