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SSC Selection Post 2019 PYQ — Question 5

SSC Selection Post - Higher Secondary Level 2019 - 15 Oct 2019 • English • Q5

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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.

Interviews have an internal structure that consists of a beginning, a middle, and an end. The first part (1)______ to preliminaries, such as greetings, introductions (2)______ opening remarks of a general nature. The (3)______ part involves the real exchange of (4)______ and answers that will allow the people (5)______ the interview to assess the candidate.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No.4.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2, i.e. questions.

Context: The sentence is describing the main part of an interview, which includes the exchange of something and answers. So, we need a word that logically pairs with answers.

Meaning of the words:

Responses – answers or reactions
Questions – sentences used to get information
Replies – responses (less formal, often used in conversation)
Statements – declarations or facts told by someone

Correct word: Questions is the best fit because interviews generally involve the exchange of questions and answers.

Reason: In formal interview settings, the interviewer asks questions, and the candidate gives answers. This is the standard format.

Final Sentence: The middle part involves the real exchange of questions and answers that will allow the people conducting the interview to assess the candidate.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.