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SSC CGL 2020 PYQ — Question 195

SSC CGL Tier II - English - 16th Nov 2020 • English • Q195

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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 number.

A market place is always abuzz with activity. It is especially (1)______ a visit in the evenings. A (2)______ range of items are on display. (3)______ and getting a satisfactory (4)______ give the necessary sense of (5)______ to the bored housewife and bring a smile (6)______ her face. People from all (7)______ of life, rich and poor, (8)______ shoulders with each other. From their busy (9)______, here people find time to (10)______ a greeting with friends or neighbours.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. achievement.

As per the context of the sentence, a housewife feels good after succeeding in doing something very good and difficult.

Now, let's see the meaning of the given words:

  • improvement: the process of making something better or of getting better.
  • creation: the act of creating something, or the thing that is created.
  • exertion: the use of a lot of mental or physical effort.
  • achievement: something very good and difficult that you have succeeded in doing.

After going through the meanings of the words, the word 'achievement' fits best according to the context of the sentence.

Hence, the correct answer is Option 4 i.e. achievement.