SSC CHSL 2023 PYQ — Question 16

SSC CHSL - 10 Aug 2023 - Shift 2 • English • Q16

Select the most appropriate meaning of the homonym in the context of the following sentence to fill in the blank.

They do not say anything but stalk furiously out of the room.

‘Stalk’ here means __________.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. to walk in an angry or proud way.

Stalk in this sentence refers to a way of walking, particularly with anger or pride.

Example: She stalked out of the meeting after hearing the unfair criticism.

To walk in an angry or proud way is the correct meaning in this context.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.