SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 5

SSC GD Constable (English) - 17 Jan 2023 - Shift 2 • English • Q5

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

One of the greatest (1)_________ to textiles is light. It is a form of energy that can fade colour and cause chemical and physical (2)_____________of textile fibres. Exposure to both, natural and ultra violet light can threaten the (3)__________ of textiles. Light damage occurs progressively. You must have noticed at home that the most faded folds of curtains are the first to (4) _______ and fall apart. Fading of colours and alterations of hues are the (5)_________ easy-to-detect signs of light damage.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. threats.

  • In the context of the passage, light is described as a potential danger or harm to textiles.
  • It can cause fading of colors and other damage, making "threats" the most appropriate choice to convey the negative impact of light on textiles.
  • All the other options do not convey the correct meaning.