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SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 4

SSC GD Constable (English) - 11 March 2019 Shift 3 • English • Q4

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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.

Can you (1)               a world without human beings? Who but humans (2)                have utilized the resources and created a (3)                and cultural environment? The people living in a country are important to (4)                   the economy and the society. They (5)                are the greatest resource.

Select the most appropriate option that will fill in the blank number 4.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. develop.

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

  1. evolve- (used about plants, animals, etc.) to develop over many thousands of years from simple forms to more advanced ones.
  2. develop- to grow slowly, increase, or change into something else.
  3. mature- fully grown or fully developed.
  4. establish- to start or create an organization, a system, etc.

"Develop" which means "to grow slowly, increase, or change into something else" fits the context appropriately.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.