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SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 2

SSC GD Constable (English) - 13 Feb 2019 Shift 1 • English • Q2

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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.

The trees had lost most of their leaves and their (1)_______ figures were clear against the grey sky. Bella looked up at them and could see birds (2)_______ with difficulty, (3)_______ to keep themselves in place while the wind tried to blow them (4)_______. She was walking against the wind and trying hard to push herself ahead. She resisted and strode (5)________.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 2

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

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

Let's have a look at the meaning of the given options:-

  1. perching- (used about a bird) to sit on a branch, etc.
  2. punching- to hit somebody/something hard with your closed hand (fist).
  3. pouncing- to attack somebody/something by jumping suddenly on him/her/it.
  4. parching- to make somebody/something hot, dry, or thirsty.

"Perching" which means "(used about a bird) to sit on a branch, etc." fits the context appropriately.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.