SSC CHSL 2020 PYQ — Question 20

SSC CHSL - 20th October 2020 - Shift 2 • English • Q20

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.

One of the reasons we fail to talk convincingly about climate change is that we present it as something “out there”. We (1)______ to make it clear (2)______ it’s linked to (3)______ daily decisions, such as walking (4)______ driving, and not talk about it in (5)______ of abstractions

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

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

  • We use the word that as a conjunction to introduce a subordinate clause to make a statement or provide more information.
  • Both the statement has the general meaning hence, "that" will be used as the conjunction to connect it.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.