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SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 1

SSC GD Constable (English) - 27 Jan 2023 - Shift 4 • English • Q1

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

Amla tree is (1) ________ to be thousands of years old. It is called aamaleki and dhaatri in Sanskrit. Its botanical name is Emblica Officinalis. The amla tree is a medium (2) _________ tree with citrus fruits. It is found almost everywhere in India (3) ________ for some very high mountainous regions. It is found (4) ________ in Madhya Pradesh. The leaves are very small and have a close (5) ________ to those of Gulmohar. The amla tree has slender branches which grow upwards and surround the trees on all sides.

 Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. resemblance.

  • The phrase "have a close resemblance to those of Gulmohar" indicates that the leaves of the Amla tree are similar in appearance to those of the Gulmohar tree.
  • "Resemblance" refers to the similarity or likeness between two things.