SSC CGL 2024 PYQ — Question 19

SSC CGL - 13 Sep 2024 - Shift 3 • English • Q19

Select the most appropriate homophone to fill in the blank.

The ____________ was decorated with candles and chocolates everywhere.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. floor.

The correct word is 'floor' because it refers to the surface of a room, which makes sense in the context of being decorated with candles and chocolates.

Meaning of the other words:

Flour: A fine powder obtained from grinding grains, used in baking.
Flower: The blossom of a plant.
Flor: A rare or archaic word, generally referring to a type of flower or floral pattern.

Hence, the chosen option is the correct homophone.