SSC CPO 2022 PYQ — Question 48

SSC CPO - 11 Nov 2022 - Shift 3 • English • Q48

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


It is indeed (1) _______ to create an urban forest to control air pollution. It is like a child’s play if (2)_______ awareness is created among people of all ages. Just (3)_______ a mango seed or a jackfruit seed into fertile ground or make seed bombs for the seed to sprout during rainy season. Authorities must take (4)________ measures to ensure a part of the town or city is allocated to plant trees. This ensures the (5)________ of adequate oxygen to people.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

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

  • All the words are self-explanatory.
  • The blank needs a verb to show the action of tossing a seed into the ground.
  • Thus, “throw” is the correct verb here.