Select the most appropriate option for blank number 5.

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.

During organised tours, tourists can visit a former Nazi compound 40 kilometres (1)______ Berlin called the ‘Forbidden City’. Twenty thousand people (2)______ here every year to learn about Nazi military history. The Nazis (3)______ militarily active at the compound, (4)______ was kept secret in a forest and behind a fence. The Nazis (5)______ much of World War II from here.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. planned.

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

planned- to decide, organize or prepare for something you want to do in the future.
fought- to use physical strength, guns, weapons, etc. against somebody/something.
started- to begin doing something.
carried- to hold somebody/something in your hand, arms or on your back while you are moving from one place to another.

The statement is talking about a secret compound that was being used for planning the war.

Hence, meaningfully the chosen option will be correct.

SSC CHSL 2020 PYQ — Question 17