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SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 3

SSC GD Constable (English) - 6 Feb 2023 - Shift 4 • 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.

Amidst all the chaos and suffering caused by the pandemic, there are some positive stories of grit, (1) _______________ and bravado. Some businesses understood the needs of the times to make (2) _______________ profits. Businesses diversified and (3) _______________ successful. Although there are numerous stories of people and business owners (4) ________________ due to lockdowns, this small percentage of success stories is like the light at the end of the (5) _________________.

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

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. were.

  • The past tense "were" is appropriate here because the sentence is describing actions that occurred in the past.
  • The other options ("are," "can," "are't") do not fit the context of describing past actions and success.