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SSC CGL 2021 PYQ — Question 4

SSC CGL - 13 Aug 2021 - Shift 2 • English • Q4

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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. Communication is a connection between people sharing information with (1)______ other. It is important in everyday life, (2)______ work and nearly any time you interact with other (3)______. Communication issues don’t always happen (4)______ of your English level. The truth is, you can know how to speak English (5)______ knowing how to communicate in English.

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

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. at

Correct preposition that will be used is 'at'.

“At” is used when you are at the top, bottom or end of something; at a specific address; at a general location; and at a point.

  • We use at to describe a position or location seen as a point:
  • Example:
    • A fisherman waited near his nets at the side of the quay. (position as a point)
    • There was no one at the information desk. (location as a point)
  • We use at to describe locations including firms, companies, workplaces and educational institutions:
  • Example:
    • Did you once work at Intel?
    • The ancient manuscript, The Book of Kells, can be seen at Trinity College, Dublin.

Hence, option 3 will be the correct answer.