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SSC CHSL 2020 PYQ — Question 19

SSC CHSL - 19th October 2020 - Shift 1 • English • Q19

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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.

Families, particularly those with children and who have the means, are opting to (1)______ from Delhi driven by the increasing air pollution and (2)______ impact on health. Delhi’s Air Quality Index had (3)______ a three-year-low this year, post-Diwali, creating a (4)______ polluted atmosphere which led to (5)______ problems in many, forcing people to wear masks outdoors and install air purifiers at home.

Select the most appropriate option for blank No. 4.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. severely.

Let's have a look at the meaning of the given options:-

  1. severely- in a very bad or serious way
  2. conditionally- in a way that depends on something else being done.
  3. dissatisfied- not satisfied or pleased.
  4. separate- apart; not together.

The statement is trying to convey the meaning that the pollution is becoming very bad or serious hence, the chosen option "Severely" will be the correct choice here.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.