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SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 2

SSC GD Constable (English) - 15 Feb 2019 Shift 1 • English • Q2

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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.

The last one in this long procession of silent men and women was a thin old man. Even (1)_______ carried a load of two baskets, slung on a pole on his (2)_______ In one basket there were (3)________ pots. In the other basket it seemed there was a quilt, extremely (4)________ and patched, but clean still. (5)________ the load was light, it was too much for the old man.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 4

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. ragged.

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

  1. ragged- (used about clothes) old and torn.
  2. beautiful- very pretty or attractive; giving pleasure to the senses.
  3. shining- to send out or to send back (reflect) light; to be bright.
  4. new- that has recently been built, made, discovered, etc.

"Ragged" which means "(used about clothes) old and torn" fits the context appropriately.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.