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SSC CGL 2020 PYQ — Question 187

SSC CGL Tier II - English - 16th Nov 2020 • English • Q187

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In the following passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.

A no-examination policy would kill the competitive (1)______ among the students. It is (2)______ to encourage healthy competition in today’s (3)______ where all admissions and job (4)______ are based on elimination. Also, (5)______ the total absence of examinations, (6)______ who truly deserve may not get fair (7)______, while those who need to (8)______ may not get the right (9)______. Moreover, examinations help to assess the (10)______ of teaching.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. important.

Let's look at the meanings of the given words:

  • important- of great significance or value; likely to have a profound effect on success, survival, or well-being.
  • applicable- relevant or appropriate.
  • convenient- suitable or practical for a particular purpose; not causing difficulty.
  • auspicious-conducive to success; favorable.

As per the context of the sentence, encouraging healthy competition is very crucial in today's age. Thus, the correct word is 'important', according to the context of the sentence.

Hence, the correct answer is Option 1 i.e. important.