SSC MTS 2024 PYQ — Question 78

SSC MTS - 13/11/2024 - (9:00 AM - 11:00 AM) • English • Q78

Select the most appropriate homophone to fill in the blank.While learning to drive, Shivani met with an accident because she couldn't hit the _________________.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

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

Context: The sentence is about driving, so the word should refer to the device used to stop a vehicle.

Meaning of the words:

  • Break – to separate into pieces, not related to driving.

  • Brake – correct, a device in vehicles used to slow down or stop.

  • Brick – a building material, incorrect.

  • Brack – not a standard English word, incorrect.

Correct word: Brake, because Shivani couldn’t use the vehicle’s stopping mechanism.

Final Sentence: While learning to drive, Shivani met with an accident because she couldn't hit the brake.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.