SSC CHSL 2021 PYQ — Question 2

SSC CHSL - 12 April 2021 - Shift 3 • English • Q2

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

In the 19th century, there was an industrial revolution in Europe. As a result, millions of people left the (1)_________ and went to work in big factories in cities. Today, it is the reverse. In several major cities, people have started moving out. Why? They want a cleaner, (2)_________ environment. There are fewer jobs in ‘heavy’ industries like steel and power generation. (3)_________, there are more jobs in service industries like banking, tourism and food delivery. Besides, modern transport and communications have made it easier for people to (4)_________ to work or even work from home. The result of this revolution in the 21st century will be ‘spread cities’ – cities are growing fast, but(5)_________, away from city centers and people are choosing to live 40, 50 or 60 kilometers away.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer in option 4 i.e. commute

Let's see the meaning of the given words:

  • Compute: reckon or calculate (a figure or amount).
  • Commute: travel some distance between one's home and place of work on a regular basis.

Modern trasportation has made the travelling easy.

From the meanings, the chosen option 'commute' will be the correct answer.