SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 61

SSC CGL Tier II - 7 March 2023 - Shift 1 • English • Q61

Select the correct homonym from the given options to fill in the blank. 
The athlete’s________ was badly injured due to a fall on the track.
 

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

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

  • Toad: A toad is an amphibian similar to a frog. 
  • Toe: A toe is one of the five parts at the end of the foot. In the sentence, it refers to the athlete's toe being injured, which is the correct choice.

  • Tow: To tow means to pull something behind with a rope or chain.

  • To: "To" is a preposition and can have various meanings, such as expressing motion in a specific direction or forming infinitive verbs.

 Therefore, toe is the correct answer.