SSC Selection Post 2024 PYQ — Question 17

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level - 26 June 2024 - Shift 1 • English • Q17

Select the most appropriate idiom to fill in the blank.
Taking the summer job proved to be ____________ for Anand’s visa applications.

 

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. a blessing in disguise.

Idiom: A blessing in disguise

Meaning: Something that appears bad or unlucky at first but results in something good.

Example: Losing that job was a blessing in disguise; it pushed me to start my own business.

Meaning of the other options:

On the contrary: Used to contradict a previous statement. 

Come up: To arise or occur. 

Come in high: Typically refers to scoring or bidding high. 

Final Sentence: Taking the summer job proved to be a blessing in disguise for Anand’s visa applications.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.