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SSC CPO 2024 PYQ — Question 45

SSC CPO - 28 June 2024 - Shift 2 • English • Q45

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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.

Mowgli is a (1)____________ character from Rudyard Kipling's classic ‘The Jungle Book’. Raised by wolves in the Indian jungle, Mowgli (2)___________ thrilling adventures and forms friendships with various animals, like Bagheera the panther and Baloo the bear. Throughout the story, he (3)____________ the challenges of living among both humans and jungle creatures, all while learning essential life lessons. ‘The Jungle Book’ continues to (4)___________ readers of all ages with its (5)______________ portrayal of Mowgli's remarkable journey of self-discovery and the beauty of the natural world.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. enchanting

Enchanting is a suitable option.

The statement explains how the depiction of Mowgli's journey and the splendour of nature in The Jungle Book attracts readers.

The word "enchanting" refers to a sense of something magical, delightful, or captivating, which fits perfectly with the given context.

Compared to other options:

Surprising: The word "surprising" implies something out of the ordinary.

Abnormal: The word "abnormal" which means uncommon or out of the ordinary.

Ordinary: The term "ordinary" denotes anything uncommon.