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SSC CGL 2021 PYQ — Question 4

SSC CGL - 16 Aug 2021 - Shift 3 • English • Q4

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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 blank.

“Everything in Bhutan is chemical-free, all fruits and vegetables are (1)______ organically, so whatever you buy is (2)______ farm produced as the (3)______ of the population indulge in farming for (4)______,” says my taxi driver Karma Chime. “We use turmeric on wounds, also to dye (5)______ and it is added extensively in our cooking. Also, many believe it is anti-cancer and can treat tumours.

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

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. locally.

The given passage talks about Bhutan and the habits of people who usually prefer organic foods. The word that suits best at the blank number 2 is 'locally' as most of the vegetables are locally produced on farms.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.