SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 20

SSC Selection Post - Graduation Level 2022 - 4 Aug 2022 - Shift 4 • English • Q20

Parts of the given sentence have been given as options. One of them contains a  spelling error. Select the option that rectifies the error.

 Earth has seen many drastic changes in its climate in the resent past.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. recent.

 

Incorrect spelling: resent

Correct spelling: recent

Meaning: Happening not long ago; newly occurred

Example: In recent years, pollution levels have risen significantly.

Meaning of the other options:

  • Climate: The weather conditions prevailing in an area in general or over a long period

  • Changes: Acts or instances of becoming different

  • Drastic: Likely to have a strong or far-reaching effect; severe

Hence, the chosen option is correct.