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SSC CHSL 2019 PYQ — Question 11

SSC CHSL - 8th July 2019 - Shift 1 • English • Q11

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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.

As the rains receded I got a strange job. Our neighbour, a (1) ______ merchant decided to become a politician. But he was (2) ______ so he wanted me to (3) ______ him everywhere he went and read and write (4) ______ him. For my work, I was to be paid decent (5) ______.

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

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

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

We can observe that the article 'a' is used before blank. 'a' is used before the words that give consonant sound. So, the words ‘affluent’ and ‘ambitious’ can’t be used here.

Populous also does not fit as 'merchant' can't be populous.

Prosperous: flourishing, thriving, good fortune and successful social status.

Meaning of other words:

Affluent: having a great deal of money; wealthy.

Populous: having a large population; densely populated.

Ambitious: having or showing a strong desire and determination to succeed. 

Hence, the chosen option is correct.