SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 9

SSC CGL - 26 July 2023 - Shift 3 • English • Q9

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined words in the given sentence.

Being a practised liar, it was totally normal for him to utter a complete and blatant lie.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

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

Falsehood means the state of being untrue.

The meaning of the other words are:

Whooper: a large migratory swan with a black and yellow bill and a loud trumpeting call. 

Blasphemy: insulting or showing contempt or lack of reverence for God or sacred things.

Perjury: the offense of willfully telling an untruth or making a misrepresentation under oath.