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SSC MTS 2024 PYQ — Question 87

SSC MTS - 17/10/2024 - (9:00 AM - 11:00 AM) • English • Q87

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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.

As community-minded creatures who want (1)_________________ to belong, we often mirror others, including on social media, where we adopt phrasing, tone and expressions of emotion. In the past few years, social media has had a (2)________________ on hyper positivity: think cheery emojis and (3)____________________ quotes plastered over sunsets. Some put this 'good vibes only' trend down to the pandemic and a (4)______________ to avoid painful feelings when (5)____________________ on difficult realities. However, attempting to convey constant happiness is not only difficult but impossible.

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

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. focus.

Context:
The sentence talks about how social media has influenced hyper positivity. The blank must describe the effect or attention social media has on this trend.

Meaning of the words:
• dispersion – spreading out
• disregard – ignoring or paying no attention
• blemish – flaw or imperfection
• focus – attention or emphasis

Correct word:
focus

Reason:
Social media has placed attention or emphasis on hyper positivity, so focus is the correct choice. Other options do not convey this meaning.

Final Sentence:
In the past few years, social media has had a focus on hyper positivity: think cheery emojis and quotes plastered over sunsets.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.