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SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 1

SSC GD Constable (English) - 12 Feb 2019 Shift 3 • English • Q1

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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.

Science has made an (1)______ contribution to the relief of human suffering, and humanity (2)______ a deep (3)________ of gratitude to scientists whose (4)________ and sacrifices have led to many (5)________ discoveries and inventions.

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

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. enormous.

Let's have a look at the meaning of the given options:-

  1. enormous- very big or very great.
  2. excessive- too much; too great or extreme.
  3. enterprising- having or showing the ability to think of new projects or new ways of doing things and make them successful.
  4. intensive- involving a lot of work or care in a short period of time.

"Enormous" which means "very big or very great" fits the context appropriately.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.