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SSC CHSL 2019 PYQ — Question 24

SSC CHSL - 2nd July 2019 - Shift 1 • English • Q24

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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.

Big Ben is the UK’s most iconic symbol. Since 2017, the Elizabeth Tower and the bell inside have been (1) ______ renovation. The structure is 160 years old and (2) ______ regular maintenance. (3) ______ many years, people had been painting the hands and numbers (4) ______ the clock black, but last Thursday, the workers (5) ______ the clock’s original colour, Prussian Blue!

Select the most appropriate option for blank No. 4.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. of.

Explanation:

  • ‘Of’ is used to show the possession.
  • The correct preposition to fill in the blank is ‘of’ since it is used to indicate an association between two entities, typically one of belonging, in which the first is the head of the phrase and the second is something associated with it.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.