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SSC CGL 2021 PYQ — Question 13

SSC CGL - 23 Aug 2021 - Shift 3 • English • Q13

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In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.
Essaouira's origins stretch back to prehistoric times, and this spot on Morocco's Atlantic
coast (1)______ a centre of culture and commerce ever since. (2)______ centuries, the harbour town was an important trading post (3)______ both a seaport and as the north-western terminus of a caravan (4)______ stretching across the desert to Timbuktu (5)______ Africa’s interior.

Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 2 i.e. Incandesent.

The correct word is 'Incandescent' which means 'producing a bright light from a heated filament or other part; extremely bright'.

For example: The mountain's snow-white peak was incandescent against the blue sky.

All other words are correctly spelt.

Hence, the correct answer is Option 2 i.e. Incandesent.