SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 1

SSC GD Constable (English) - 25 Jan 2023 - Shift 1 • English • Q1

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

Accidents resulting from (1)______ driving have become a daily affair. The speed maniacs responsible for most of them escape (2)______ after knocking down a person, they speed away before anyone can take down the number of their vehicle. It is often young people from affluent families, not even eligible for a driving licence, who (3)______ in reckless driving. The penalties imposed for reckless driving are much too (4)______ to be effective. The penalty for reckless driving should be raised and the general public should be made (5)______ of the consequences of reckless driving.

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. aware.

  • The word "aware" is a suitable choice for blank number 5.
  • "Aware" means having knowledge or consciousness of something, and in this context, it implies that educating the public about the potential consequences of reckless driving is necessary to promote responsible behavior.