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SSC Selection Post 2023 PYQ — Question 7

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level - 27 June 2023 - Shift 2 • English • Q7

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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.

All drivers are affected by road rage, whether they are directly or indirectly (1)________. Individual coping qualities (2)________ the behaviour of stressful drivers. Instead of being enraged over circumstances beyond their control, drivers (3)_________ learn to be patient. On the road, we must be (4)_________ to control our own emotions. Road raged drivers are also more likely to (5)_________ more traffic offences.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

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

 

Context: “On the road, we must be (4)________ to control our own emotions.”
Explanation:

The phrase “must be ___ to control” needs an adjective showing capability.

able = having the power, skill, or means to do something.
Meaning of the options:
able: having the capacity or skill. (correct)
consistent: steady, unchanging (doesn’t fit here).
oblige: verb meaning to do as someone asks (incorrect form).
brave: courageous (less precise for control of emotions).
Final sentence: we must be able to control our own emotions.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.