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SSC CHSL 2020 PYQ — Question 20

SSC CHSL - 18th October 2020 - Shift 1 • English • Q20

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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.

The internet is fast becoming trusted by (1)_________ children and adults as reliable and accurate (2)_________ of information. Through the internet children now have (3)________ to an almost endless supply of information and opportunity for (4)________. However, there can be real risks and dangers for an (5)_________ child.

Select the most appropriate option for blank No. 2.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

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

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

  1. source- a place, person or thing where something comes or starts from or where something is obtained.
  2. piece- a part cut, torn, or broken from something a piece of the pie.
  3. deposit- a financial term that means money held at a bank.
  4. collection- a group of objects of a particular type that somebody has collected as a hobby.

The paragraph is talking about the 'Internet" and we all know that it is a source of information hence "source" will be the correct choice.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.