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SSC CHSL 2019 PYQ — Question 24

SSC CHSL - 5th July 2019 - Shift 1 • English • Q24

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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. 

In July, 1937, the Japanese used an incident to provoke a war. They (1) ______ China and occupied a major portion (2) ______ it. Chinese and Japanese (3) ______ clashed in northern China, throwing the entire country into (4) ______. Millions of people were shot (5) ______ death.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. turmoil.

Correct word

Meaning of other words

Turmoil:  a state or condition of extreme confusion, agitation, or commotion.

The sentence means the whole country (Northern China) is disturbed due to war.

Hence, Turmoil is the correct usage.

Progress: forward or onward movement towards a destination.

Peace: freedom from disturbance.

Tranquility: the quality or state of being tranquil; calm