SSC GD 2024 PYQ — Question 2

SSC GD Const (English) - 30 March 2024 - Shift 1 • English • Q2

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.

There (1) ___________ never many girls at all at the football games. Only seniors were allowed to bring (2)______ with them. It was a terrible school, no matter how you (3)__________ at it. I like to be somewhere at least where you can see a few girls around (4)_________, even if they're only scratching their arms or (5)__________ their noses or even just giggling or something.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank No. 4.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. once in a while.

The phrase 'once in a while' means occasionally or sometimes, which goes well with the context of the passage.

The speaker says they like to be in a place where girls are occasionally present. It gives the sense that the presence of girls is rare but still appreciated in those moments.