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SSC CGL 2020 PYQ — Question 16

SSC CGL - 6th March 2020 Shift 3 • English • Q16

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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 blank.

Environmental pollution is a global problem and (1)__________ threat to human survival. The causes of pollution are quite (2)___________, such as contamination of water, cutting of trees and forests, emission of toxic gases etc. Due to (3)___________ factors, the flora and fauna are adversely affected. An awareness to protect the environment is everybody’s (4)____________ duty and we should collectively come forward for this noble campaign. Government is taking strong (5)____________ to check the menace of pollution.

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

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. these.

  • Generally speaking, we use this/these to refer to people and things, situations and experiences that are close to the speaker or very close in time.
  • We use that/those to refer to people and things, situations and experiences that are more distant, either in time or physically.
  • "These" is used for a plural and nearer noun hence, it will suit the given blank.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.