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SSC CGL 2022 PYQ — Question 1

SSC CGL - 19 April 2022 - Shift 2 • English • Q1

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In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Select the most appropriate option
to fill in each blank.
Pollution is destroying nature. The smoke that is (1) ______ from the chimneys of the
factories, and from vehicles is the mixture of poisonous gases. Due to environmental
pollution, there is (2) ______ in nature, so, many birds, animals, and plants are on the verge
of (3) ______ day by day. The only way to (4) ______ environmental pollution is to plant many
trees. By planting trees, we can get rid of many harmful poisonous gases. It is the
responsibility of everyone to (5) ______ and protect our environment.
SubQuestion No : 21
 

Select the most appropriate option for blank 5.
 

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. preserve

  • The above sentence talks about the everyone's duty to help protect the environment.
  • Hence, the correct option is preserve which means 'to keep something safe or in good condition'.

Hence, the correct answer is

preserve