SSC CHSL 2024 PYQ — Question 9

SSC CHSL - 04 July 2024 - Shift 4 • English • Q9

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

Nutrition experts have researched the bad effects of junk food and have come to the (1)________ that junk food manufacturing companies are fooling the people by (2)_____ deceptive advertisements that show junk food as healthy. We must substitute junk food with (3)_______ food like fruits and vegetables. So the next time you think of (4)______ that burger, hotdog, pizza, samosa, kachori or even ice cream in a restaurant, eating joint or a party, stop your instincts and look for some healthier food (5)_____ instead.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. options.

The blank is filled with "options" because it logically refers to healthier food choices or alternatives that one might choose instead of the less healthy foods mentioned earlier (burger, hotdog, pizza, etc.).

The word "options" fits here because it conveys the idea that there are various healthy food choices available to pick from.