SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 2

SSC GD Constable (English) - 30 Jan 2023 - Shift 1 • English • Q2

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

Dandelion is a widely distributed weed of the daisy family, (1) _____ a rosette of leaves and large bright yellow flowers followed (2) ______ globular heads of seeds with downy tufts. I also reminded them that April is designated as the Month of (3) _____ Military Child. Not many would know that 15 April is the day when we wear purple, or so to say, we ‘purple (4) ________’ to express our solidarity and support (5) ______ the strength and sacrifices of our children, while their fathers are deployed at Siachen Glacier, deserts and on our borders

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The Correct answer is option 1 i.e. up.

  • In this context, "up" is the correct particle used in the phrasal verb "purple up."
  • The term "purple up" is used to indicate the action of wearing purple as a sign of support or solidarity with military families.