SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 3

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level - 10 Feb 2022 - Shift 1 • English • Q3

In the following passage some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and
select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Mirabai Chanu, (1)______ Indian weight lifter who recently set a new world record of 119 kg in
April 2021, has improved her (2)______ best to a total of 205 kg. She has proved that she is
stronger (3)______ mentally and physically. Chanu did not crumble (4)______ pressure. She
is now full of confidence as she now comes within the (5)______ to take the medal in the
Olympics.
 

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 3.

Show answer & explanation

Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. both.
Correct word: Both
Meaning: Refers to two things mentioned together.
Context: "Mentally and physically" – two qualities; hence, "both" is the right choice.
Final sentence: She has proved that she is stronger both mentally and physically.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.