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SSC MTS 2023 PYQ — Question 41

SSC MTS - 03 May 2023 - Shift 2 • English • Q41

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In the following passage some of the words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the correct answer for the given blank out of the four alternatives.

When Jane died (1) ______ 1850, she was called “one of the most distinguished novelists 2) ______ England has produced” and “the first who (3) ______ that beautiful kind of fiction, the historical romance.” The Porter sisters’ careers ended (4) ______ as the Brontë sisters were getting started in the early Victorian (5) ______.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

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

  • "Period" is a suitable option.
  • The word "period" best describes the early Victorian era in which the events occurred historically.
  • "Period" is the conventional term to indicate the duration of particular social, cultural, and political traits in literary and historical contexts. It represents more than just time; it captures the spirit of an era.
  • Compared to other options:
    • Session: Does not designate a certain historical period; rather, it refers to gatherings or courses.
    • Spell: Does not provide the necessary historical depth; instead, it suggests a shorter, less formal period.
    • Terms: They don't match the broad historical framework of the Victorian era and often refer to situations or durations within particular limits, like academic terms.