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SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 5

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level - 10 Feb 2022 - Shift 1 • English • Q5

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In the following passage some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and
select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Mirabai Chanu, (1)______ Indian weight lifter who recently set a new world record of 119 kg in
April 2021, has improved her (2)______ best to a total of 205 kg. She has proved that she is
stronger (3)______ mentally and physically. Chanu did not crumble (4)______ pressure. She
is now full of confidence as she now comes within the (5)______ to take the medal in the
Olympics.

Q.21
Ans 1. any
2. the
3. a
4. one

Question ID : 65497838329
Status : Answered
Chosen Option : 3

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Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 1.

 

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

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

Correct word: The
Meaning: Used to refer to a specific or well-known person or thing.
Context: Mirabai Chanu is a known and specific athlete, so the definite article “the” is appropriate before “Indian weight lifter.”
Final sentence: Mirabai Chanu, the Indian weight lifter who recently set a new world record of 119 kg in April 2021...
Hence, the chosen option is correct.