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SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 24

SSC Selection Post - Graduation Level - 03 Aug 2022 - Shift 3 • English • Q24

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

Extreme sadness and pitiful cries of people filled the whole atmosphere

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. The heart rending cries.

 

The heart rending cries is phrase which means cries that are deeply sad and emotionally painful.

Meanings of other options:

  • The loud cries – Only describes volume, not emotion

  • The continuous cries – Only describes duration

  • The effecting cries – Incorrect phrase

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.