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SSC CGL 2021 PYQ — Question 16

SSC CGL - 24 Aug 2021 - Shift 3 • English • Q16

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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.
John was an artist (1)______ profession. He was very (2)______ at his work and could
(3)______ any subject he could think of, but circumstances forced him to (4)______ in
(5)______ the work of renowned artists.

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
To fan the flames

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. To make a bad situation worse

  • The most appropriate meaning of the idiom is 'To make a bad situation worse'.
  • The meaning of the above idiom is 'Intensify or stir up feelings; exacerbate an explosive situation'.

The correct answer is-

To make a bad situation worse