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SSC CGL 2018 PYQ — Question 60

SSC CGL Tier II English - 18/02/2018 • English • Q60

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

Life is full of ______ types of experiences. Strange, in fact, are the ways of God. If a man is happy today, he may be ______ unhappy the very next day. Some ______ are pleasant and joyful while others are full of ______ and pain. If in one moment a person feels as if he's on top of the world, in ______ moment he may be depressed and despirited.

 

 

others are full of ______ and pain.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Pathos.

  • 'Ethos' means 'character', 'atmosphere', 'mood' etc.
  • 'Mythos' means 'a myth or mythology'.
  • 'Echoes' means 'sounds caused by reflection'.
  • 'Pathos' means 'sadness'.
  • After blank, 'and' is written. 'And' takes similar words before and after it.
  • Among the options, the similar word for 'pain' is 'pathos'.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.