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SSC CGL 2020 PYQ — Question 196

SSC CGL Tier II - English - 18th Nov 2020 • English • Q196

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In the given 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.

Gabriella Montez was comfortably curled up in an overstuffed chair in the sitting area. She was (1) _________ the peace and quiet at home - everyone else was (2) ________ at the party - and had totally lost (3) __________ in a book which was the best she had (4) _________ read and she couldn’t wait to get (5) _______the end. However, before she set her eyes (6) ________ the next page, the book was (7) ________ right out of her hands, and she (8) __________ at her mother standing over her. “Gabby, it’s New Year’s Eve,” she said. “(9) __________ reading!” she snapped at her daughter. “But, mum, I’m almost done,” Gabriella (10) __________.

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

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. enjoying.

Let's see the meaning of the given words:-

  • enjoying- take delight or pleasure in (an activity or occasion).
  • living- an income sufficient to live on or the means of earning it.
  • calming- make (someone) tranquil and quiet, soothe.
  • relaxing- make or become less tense or anxious.

As per the context of the sentence, the subject was taking pleasure in the peace at her home. Therefore, the verb 'enjoying' is the correct choice here.

Hence, the correct answer is Option 1 i.e. enjoying.