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SSC CGL 2022 PYQ — Question 6

SSC CGL - 05 Dec 2022 - Shift 4 • English • Q6

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Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

I looked at her face and found she was getting disturbed. I decided to drop that ________.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. subject.

  • In the given sentence, the context suggests that the speaker observed the other person's disturbed expression and decided not to continue or pursue the specific topic of conversation or discussion.
  • The word "subject" is suitable in this context as it refers to the particular matter or topic under discussion.
  • By choosing to drop that "subject," the speaker decides not to continue talking about it to avoid further disturbance or discomfort.
  • Thus, the most appropriate filler for the given blank is subject.

Therefore, the completed sentence is:

I looked at her face and found she was getting disturbed. I decided to drop that subject.