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SSC CHSL 2020 PYQ — Question 21

SSC CHSL - 12th October 2020 - Shift 1 • English • Q21

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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.

Smartphones have become an essential part of our lives and their (1)_____________ usage is now impacting human behaviour. We need to (2)__________ think about digital detox! Yes, the concept of disconnecting with (3)____________ virtual world is not just a fad. It’s the need of the hour today. The Global Brand Director of the smartphone Vivo in his speech nudged all smartphone users (4)________ a step backward and think. He said, “Let’s (5)___________ our mobiles and pledge to be closer and nearer to our loved ones.”

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number (1).

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. excessive.

  • In the given statement there is determiner and noun at both the sides of blank space.
  • We need to follow a structure "Determiner + adjective + noun" for making the statement meaningfully correct.
  • Among the options, only the chosen option is an adjective.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.