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SSC CGL 2021 PYQ — Question 8

SSC CGL - 24 Aug 2021 - Shift 3 • English • Q8

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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.
John was an artist (1)______ profession. He was very (2)______ at his work and could
(3)______ any subject he could think of, but circumstances forced him to (4)______ in
(5)______ the work of renowned artists.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
The people of Rajasthan strictly ______ to the traditional customs.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. adhere

  • The people of rajasthan firmly stick to their traditional customs that's what this sentence expresses.
  • The word 'adhere' is a prepositional phrase which means 'to stick firmly'.

Clearly the correct sentence is-

The people of Rajasthan strictly adhere to the traditional customs.

The correct answer is-

adhere