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SSC CHSL 2022 PYQ — Question 21

SSC CHSL - 2 June 2022 - Shift 2 • English • Q21

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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.

While I was sitting there (1)_________ over my failure to keep from having to spend (2)_____________ glistering _________ summer months on the freaking Cote of Azur, Grandmere started (3)_________ me from the phone. She kept (4)_________ her fingers on the phone to catch my attention. I just sat there blinking at her until finally she put her hand over the receiver and (5)_________ (so that nobody listens), “Amelia! In my bedroom, there is something for you”.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 2. i.e. sulking.

  • Sulking: Displaying a mood of silent resentment or unhappiness, often withdrawing from social interactions.
  • Smirking: Smiling in an irritating or smug manner, often expressing self-satisfaction or conceit.
  • Grinning: Smiling broadly, often showing happiness, pleasure, or amusement.
  • Clapping: Striking the palms together to produce a sound, typically as an expression of approval, admiration, or celebration.

Thus, the most appropriate filler for the given blank is sulking as the sentence implies that the subject was sad because of the failure.