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SSC MTS 2024 PYQ — Question 89

SSC MTS - 14/11/2024 - (4:00 PM - 5:30 PM) • English • Q89

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In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
To forgive an injury is often (1)_______ to be a sign of weakness; it is really a sign of (2)___ . It is easy to allow oneself to be carried away by resentment and hate into an act of (3)______; but it takes a strong character to restrain those natural passions. The man who (4)______ an injury proves himself to be the superior of the man who wronged him, and puts the wrong-doer to shame. (5)___ may even turn a foe into a friend.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. forgives.

Context:
Here, the passage is discussing forgiveness and moral strength — so the correct word must match that theme. The man who forgives an injury (not “involves” or “achieves” it) shows greater character.

Meaning of the words:

  • Forgives: to stop feeling angry or resentful toward someone for an offense or mistake — perfectly fits the theme.

  • Involves: to include or engage in something — unrelated.

  • Contrives: to plan or invent cleverly — doesn’t make sense in this moral context.

  • Achieves: to accomplish or succeed in doing something — incorrect meaning.

Correct word:
Forgives

Reason:
The passage emphasizes moral strength, self-control, and forgiveness. A person who forgives an injury shows a higher character and puts the wrongdoer to shame — aligning perfectly with the central idea.

Final Sentence:
The man who forgives an injury proves himself to be the superior of the man who wronged him, and puts the wrongdoer to shame.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.