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SSC CGL 2024 PYQ — Question 2

SSC CGL - 19 Sep 2024 - Shift 2 • English • Q2

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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.

Recently, the (1)________ of heart-attacks in young Indians (2)________ increased tremendously. Doctors are surprised to note that young men and women with seemingly healthy lifestyle are suffering deadly heart attacks. (3)________ diet and exercise play a (4)________ role in a person’s overall well being, mental health is also a valuable factor. The (5)________ urban lifestyle is causing anxiety and depression in young Indians which may be a major factor behind the increased numbers.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. monumental.

Context: The blank describes the importance of diet and exercise in a person's well-being. We need an adjective that emphasizes the great importance of diet and exercise.

Analysis of the given options:

  • historic: important in history
  • epic: grand or heroic, but not suitable in this context
  • monumental: very important or great
  • increased: past participle or adjective, but doesn't fit here

Correct word: monumental

Reason: It correctly emphasizes the large or great importance of diet and exercise.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.