SSC CHSL 2023 PYQ — Question 13

SSC CHSL - 17 Aug 2023 - Shift 2 • English • Q13

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

My mother asked my father to increase her personal use allowance.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. pin money.

Correct Phrase: Pin money

Meaning: Pin money refers to a small amount of money given for personal or incidental expenses, often traditionally given to women by their husbands for personal use.

Example: She used her pin money to buy books and cosmetics.

Why it fits: In the sentence, "personal use allowance" refers to money set aside for minor, personal expenses, which directly aligns with the definition of pin money.

Final Sentence: My mother asked my father to increase her pin money.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.