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SSC CHSL 2020 PYQ — Question 8

SSC CHSL - 14th October 2020 - Shift 1 • English • Q8

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Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

According to experts, some sectors remain ______ during these difficult times, including banking and financial services, FMCG, food and technology.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. resilient.

Let's have a look at the meaning of the given options:-

  1. resilient- strong enough to deal with illness, a shock, change, etc.
  2. redundant- (used about employees) no longer needed for a job and therefore out of work.
  3. repentant- reproaching oneself for one's past actions or sins; contrite. 
  4. repugnant- making you feel disgusted.

The chosen option meaningfully suits the context of the statement hence, it will be correct.

The correct sentence will be-

According to experts, some sectors remain resilient during these difficult times, including banking and financial services, FMCG, food and technology.