SSC Stenographer 2025 PYQ — Question 137

SSC Stenographer - 07 Aug 2025 - Shift 2 • English • Q137

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

You must cope _______ difficulties.

Show answer & explanation

Correct answer: D

Explanation

Phrasal Verb: The verb cope is almost always followed by the preposition with when it means to deal effectively with something difficult.

Incorrect Usage: A common error is using "cope up with," but in Standard English, the correct phrase is simply cope with.

Based on the provided image, the most appropriate option to fill in the blank is with.

The complete sentence is: "You must cope with difficulties."