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SSC GD 2025 PYQ — Question 5

SSC GD Const 2025 (English) - 17 Feb 2025 - Shift 2 • English • Q5

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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.

Transportation is a ______1______ source of environmental pollution, mainly due to fossil fuelpowered vehicles emitting CO2 into the atmosphere. However, the shift ________2________ green cars offers hope for a cleaner future. Electric vehicles, or EVs, are another _______3_______ green technology innovation. Using electricity as their __________4__________ power source instead of gasoline or diesel, EVs produce zero tailpipe emissions, reducing the overall carbon emissions from transportation. With advancements in battery technology, EVs are becoming more accessible and ________5_________ for everyday use.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 1.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. major.
Context: The sentence says transportation is a big cause of environmental pollution. The correct word should emphasize its importance or seriousness as a source.
Meaning of the words:
Different: means not the same, which does not fit here.
Cautious: means careful, not related to pollution.
Major: means very important, significant, or large in amount.
Rare: means uncommon or unusual, the opposite of what the sentence intends.
Correct word: Major
Reason: Transportation is indeed one of the major sources of pollution, mainly because of CO2 emissions. Other options do not match the idea of size or importance.
Final Sentence: Transportation is a major source of environmental pollution, mainly due to fossil fuel-powered vehicles emitting CO2 into the atmosphere.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.