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SSC CGL 2020 PYQ — Question 198

SSC CGL Tier II - English - 16th Nov 2020 • English • Q198

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In the following passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.

A market place is always abuzz with activity. It is especially (1)______ a visit in the evenings. A (2)______ range of items are on display. (3)______ and getting a satisfactory (4)______ give the necessary sense of (5)______ to the bored housewife and bring a smile (6)______ her face. People from all (7)______ of life, rich and poor, (8)______ shoulders with each other. From their busy (9)______, here people find time to (10)______ a greeting with friends or neighbours.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. wide.

In the given blank, since 'market' is a place where vendors convene to sell their goods, therefore, we need an adjective that includes a range or variety of different products.

Now, let's look at the meanings of the given words:

  • wide- including many types of things or covering a large area.
  • tall- of more than average height, or of a particular height.
  • short- having little length, distance, or height.
  • narrow- limited to a small area of interest, activity, or thought.

In the current blank, the adjective "wide" fits best.

Hence, the correct answer is Option 1 i.e. wide.