SSC CHSL 2023 PYQ — Question 5

SSC CHSL - 10 Aug 2023 - Shift 3 • English • Q5

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

On an unfortunate accident, first aid experts stress that (1)______what to do for an (2)_______ victim until a doctor or other trained person gets to the accident scene can (3)_______a life, especially in cases of stoppage of breathing, severe bleeding, and shock. People with special problems such as diabetes, epilepsy, or allergy are (4)_______ to wear some sort of emblem identifying the problem, as a safeguard against administration of medication that might be injurious or even (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. knowing.

"Knowing" fits because the sentence emphasizes the importance of understanding first aid measures.

"Knowing" means having awareness or understanding of something.

Meaning of the other options:

Regarding: Concerning or relating to something.
Attempting: Making an effort to do something.
Before: Earlier than something in time.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.