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SSC MTS 2022 PYQ — Question 3

SSC MTS - 26 July 2022 - Shift 3 • English • Q3

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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.

Every now and then there are going to be bad days, tough days, moods swings and all things nasty that may put a (1) ______ on our happy days. At any given moment, however, we are the ones who can make a (2)______ between letting these things get in the way or pushing them right out by (3) ______ time in things or people (4) ______ make us happy. I've had this list of things that has made me happy for years now. I made it back in college to help me deal with some difficult times that I faced then. Even today, every now and then when things go (5) ______ I always go back to this, and one or more things listed here always lights me up!

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

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

 

  • The correct word to fill in the blank in the given sentence is "investing."
  • The verb "investing" means to devote time, effort, or energy to something with the expectation of a positive outcome.
  • In the given sentence, the phrase "investing time in things or people who make us happy" implies that we should prioritize spending our time on things that bring us joy and fulfillment.

Therefore, the correct sentence is:

"At any given moment, however, we are the ones who can make a choice between letting these things get in the way or pushing them right out by investing time in things or people who make us happy."