SSC CGL 2020 PYQ — Question 197

SSC CGL Tier II - English - 16th Nov 2020 • English • Q197

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 number.

A market place is always abuzz with activity. It is especially (1)______ a visit in the evenings. A (2)______ range of items are on display. (3)______ and getting a satisfactory (4)______ give the necessary sense of (5)______ to the bored housewife and bring a smile (6)______ her face. People from all (7)______ of life, rich and poor, (8)______ shoulders with each other. From their busy (9)______, here people find time to (10)______ a greeting with friends or neighbours.

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

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 2 i.e. Bargaining.

When one goes to the market to shop anything, negotiating with the dealer or shopkeeper is an integral part of the process.

Therefore, in the current blank, the word 'Bargaining' is the correct choice.

Hence, the correct answer is Option 2 i.e. Bargaining.