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SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 22

SSC CGL - 18 July 2023 - Shift 4 • English • Q22

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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.

War is mostly glorified and (1) __________ by society. The real picture of warfare is as horrific and (2) __________ as one can imagine. Often, soldiers who witness death-like experiences suffer from psychological disorders and are (3) __________ for the rest of their lives. Many war poems contrast all the sentimental myths about warfare by (4) __________ the harsh realities that soldiers face. The real trauma is seen in people who are left to (5) __________ for their loved ones after they are gone.
 

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

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

In this context, "devastating" accurately conveys the severity and destructive nature of warfare.

It suggests that the reality of war is extremely distressing and has a profoundly damaging impact, aligning well with the overall tone of the passage.