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SSC CGL 2021 PYQ — Question 2

SSC CGL - 20 Aug 2021 - Shift 1 • English • Q2

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Comprehension:
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 blank.
The five senses (1)______ sight, hearing, taste, touch and (2)______. What is sometimes
(3)______ to as a ‘sixth sense’ is a power to be aware (4)______ things independently of the
five (5)______ senses, a kind of supernatural sense.

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. of.

The given sentence "What is sometimes referred to as a 'sixth sense' is a power to be aware _______ things independently..........." is talking about something related to the sixth sense.

Use of preposition 'of' :

  • Used for belonging to, relating to, or connected with.
  • Used to indicate reference.
  • Used to indicate an amount or number.

Thus, the blank needs the preposition 'of' which is belonging to, connected with, or part of something or somebody.

Hence, the correct answer is Option 2 i.e. of.