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SSC CHSL 2021 PYQ — Question 23

SSC CHSL - 4 Aug 2021 - Shift 3 • English • Q23

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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.

Equiano was born in 1745 in Nigeria. When he (1) ______ about eleven, Equiano was kidnapped and sold to slave traders headed (2) ______ the West Indies. Though he spent a brief (3) ______ in the state of Virginia, much of Equiano's time (4) ______ serving on slave ships and British navy vessels. In his service on these (5) ______, Equiano traveled extensively.

 

Select the most appropriate option for blank number 4.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. was spent.

  • The phrase "was spent" is used in the past tense passive voice construction to indicate the utilization or allocation of time during a specific activity or period.
  • In this context, it conveys that a significant portion of Equiano's time in the past was used or dedicated to serving on slave ships and British navy vessels.

Thus, the most appropriate choice would be 'was spent'.