SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 1

SSC CGL - 21 July 2023 - Shift 2 • English • Q1

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 basic elements of computers that (1) ____________ our world are explained in an interactive manner. The book has a (2) ____________ approach of colourful and creative picture-based activities. The puzzles, activities and mazes (3) ____________ the students to develop critical thinking, logical and motor skills. After every lesson, (4) ____________ exercises are incorporated to (5) ____________ the conceptual understanding of the students.

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. evolve.

Context: The exercises are included to improve or develop understanding.

Meaning of the words:

Evolving: in the process of developing
Evolved: developed (past tense)
Evolution: process of development (noun)
Evolve: develop or improve (base verb)

Correct word: evolve

Reason: We need a verb in the “to + verb” form. With to, we always use the base verb form: to evolve.

Hence, the chosen option is correct