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SSC MTS 2024 PYQ — Question 87

SSC MTS - 04/11/2024 - (4:00 PM - 5:30 PM) • 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.

Opera refers (1)_______ a dramatic art form, originating in Europe, in which the emotional content (2)________ conveyed to the audience as much through music, both vocal and instrumental, as it is through the lyrics. (3)___________contrast, in musical theatre an actor's dramatic performance is primary, and the music (4)_________ a lesser role. The drama in opera is (5)________ using the primary elements of theatre such as scenery, costumes and acting.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 2.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

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

Context: The passage describes opera in the present tense. The emotional content is conveyed to the audience as much through music as through the lyrics. The singular subject “content” requires the singular verb is.

Meaning of the words:

  • are – plural form, incorrect because “content” is singular.

  • were – past tense, not suitable as the passage is in present tense.

  • is – singular present tense, correct here.

  • are being – present continuous plural, incorrect because the subject is singular.

Correct word: Is, because the emotional content is conveyed to the audience.

Final Sentence: Opera refers to a dramatic art form, originating in Europe, in which the emotional content is conveyed to the audience as much through music, both vocal and instrumental, as it is through the lyrics.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.