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SSC CGL 2019 PYQ — Question 13

SSC CGL - 11th June 2019 - Shift 2 • English • Q13

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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.

Ironically, the dams that were constructed to (1)______ floods have triggered floods due to sedimentation in the reservoir. The (2)______ of water from dams during heavy rains aggravated the flood situation (3)______ Maharashtra and Gujarat in 2006. The floods (4)______ not only life and property but also caused soil erosion. Sedimentation (5)______ the plains of silt, a natural fertilizer.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. (4).

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4, i.e. Devastated.

Word meaning

Application

Devoured: (of fire or a similar force) destroy completely. 

Plundered: steal goods from (a place or person)

Smashed: violently or badly broken or shattered.

Devastated: destroy or ruin.

The flood generally destroys everything and thus ‘devastated’ is the appropriate word here. 

Hence, option 4 is correct.