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SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 19

SSC GD Constable (English) - 6 Feb 2023 - Shift 3 • English • Q19

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Select the most appropriate homophone to fill in the blank.

He is a good soul. Although the _________ of his shoe is worn out, he never asks anyone to help him with money.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

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

 

  • The corrected sentence would be: "He is a good soul. Although the sole of his shoe is worn out, he never asks anyone to help him with money."

Explanation:

  • "Sole" refers to the bottom part of a shoe.
  • "Soil" refers to the upper layer of earth.
  • "Seal" is a marine animal or a device used for making an impression.
  • "Sold" is the past tense of "sell."