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SSC GD 2025 PYQ — Question 1

SSC GD Const 2025 (English) - 11 Feb 2025 - Shift 1 • English • Q1

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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.
 The ancient Egyptians (1)_____ pyramids as tombs for their pharaohs. These colossal structures served as monuments and (2)____ constructed with limestone and granite. The main purpose of the pyramids (3)____ to safeguard the pharaoh’s body and possessions in the afterlife. The (4)______ famous pyramid, the Great Pyramid of Giza, is a testament to the architectural brilliance (5)____ the ancient Egyptians.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 5.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

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

Context: The sentence is about the Great Pyramid of Giza being a testament to the architectural brilliance of the ancient Egyptians.

Meaning of the words:

  • On – incorrect, does not fit the relation.

  • Off – incorrect, unrelated meaning.

  • In – incorrect, does not connect with 'brilliance.'

  • Of – correct, shows possession/association (brilliance of the Egyptians).

Correct word: Of, because it correctly expresses that the brilliance belongs to the ancient Egyptians.

Final Sentence: The most famous pyramid, the Great Pyramid of Giza, is a testament to the architectural brilliance of the ancient Egyptians.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.