SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 5

SSC GD Constable (English) - 3 March 2019 Shift 3 • English • Q5

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.

Students should develop a quality of (1)_______ to elders and respecting their views. Their experience and knowledge can play a major role in shaping a student’s personality and career. Students should (2)_______ this much-needed knowledge and experience from parents and teachers. Being (3)_________ helps students to keep themselves morally high. One should not get carried away by success. Students should also learn to respect (4)_________ views and cope with diverse situations. These qualities will play a vital role in the (5)_________ of teamwork and leadership skills.

 

Select the most appropriate option that will fill in the blank number 5.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

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

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

  1. structure- the way that the parts of something are put together or organized.
  2. development- the process of becoming bigger, stronger, better etc., or of making somebody/something do this.
  3. manufacture- to make something in large quantities using machines.
  4. arrangement- plans or preparations for something that will happen in the future.

"Development" which means "the process of becoming bigger, stronger, better etc., or of making somebody/something do this" fits the context appropriately.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.