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SSC CGL 2024 PYQ — Question 3

SSC CGL - 12 Sep 2024 - Shift 1 • English • Q3

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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 beginning of the story is (1)______ in its presentation but (2)______ the style eases out and becomes haunting in its simplicity. The author brings out the human elements in his story. This common element of sympathy and sacrifice is given a new (3)_____ by the old artist who shows by his last desperate act that one can be a hero for one day if only one cares (4)______. O Henry’s treatment  of his material is balanced and controlled, a fine (5)______ of humour and pathos.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. dimension.

"New dimension" is a phrase that refers to a new aspect or way of thinking about something. For example, "Music has added a new dimension to my life".

Here, "dimension" is used to refer to the new meaning that the old artist has given to the common element of sympathy and sacrifice. 

Hence, option 3 i.e. dimension is the correct option.