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SSC CGL 2022 PYQ — Question 25

SSC CGL - 03 Dec 2022 - Shift 1 • English • Q25

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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.


Academic life has (1) _________ demanding for students as a result of different internal and external expectations. Teenagers are especially (2)__________ to academic stress because they go through so many personal and social changes. As a result, designing effective and efficient (3) _________ solutions requires a thorough understanding of the causes and consequences of academic stress. Exams are one of the (4)_________ aspects of anyone's life. Exams are stressful for everyone, whether they are students or adults because everyone wants to perform well and no one wants to fail as to avoid (5) ________ in future.

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

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. ambiguity.

The meanings of the given words are:

  • Ambiguity: Ambiguity refers to a situation where something is unclear or has more than one interpretation or meaning, making it difficult to understand or explain without further clarification.
  • Sneak: Sneak can refer to a person who behaves in a secretive or stealthy manner, often to avoid being noticed or caught doing something wrong.
  • Purpose: Purpose is a reason or intention behind a particular action, decision, or goal. It refers to the underlying motivation or objective that drives someone to do something, often with a sense of direction or meaning.
  • Wanderlust: Wanderlust is a strong desire or impulse to travel and explore the world. It often describes a feeling of restlessness or a longing to experience new places, cultures, and adventures.

Thus, the most appropriate filler for the given blank is ambiguity.

Therefore, the correct sentence would be:

Exams are stressful for everyone, whether they are students or adults because everyone wants to perform well and no one wants to fail as to avoid ambiguity in future.