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SSC Stenographer 2022 PYQ — Question 15

SSC Stenographer - 18 Nov 2022 - Shift 2 • English • Q15

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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.

The average weather in a location over several years is (1) ________ to as the climate. Climate change is characterised by a (2) ________ in those average circumstances. The fast climate change we are presently witnessing is the result of humans' (3) ________ of oil, gas, and coal in their homes, industry, and transportation. When these fossil fuels are (4) ________, they emit greenhouse gases, mostly carbon dioxide (CO2). These gases capture the Sun's heat, raising the planet's (5)________.

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

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. referred

The average weather in a location over several years is (1) referred to as the climate.

The words 'known', 'said' and 'called' are all used in definitions. However, the correct usage would be

  • known as climate
  • said to be climate
  • called climate
  • referred to as the climate

Hence, referred is the correct answer.