Select the most appropriate option for blank no. 3.

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.

Graduation Day was at hand. Primary school graduation (1) ______ in those days followed a prescribed order-conventional, courteous, and (2) ______. First, the school principal made a long speech (3) ______ encouragement and blessing for the future of the graduates. (4) ______ one of the representatives of the graduating class (5) ______ with a vote of thanks.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. of.

Of expresses the relationship of a part of something to its whole.
A speech of encouragement is written to persuade, or convince the listeners, to take action to improve.
Hence, the chosen option will be correct.

SSC CHSL 2021 PYQ — Question 3