SSC CGL 2024 PYQ — Question 23

SSC CGL - 23 Sep 2024 - Shift 1 • English • Q23

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

Culture is (1)_______, understanding, and protecting, like the cultivation of a garden, not the destruction or eradication of its roots. Understanding the roots and seeds, taking much care and providing instructed nourishment (2)_______ important for good gardening. Culture also is similar; understanding its acquaintance (3)______ literature and art and careful protection are required. Culture is the way of life of a particular society in which a group of people live together in one place. The society’s culture is visible in its literature, arts, social system, language and religion. It is a combination of traditions, customs, institutions, food habits, manners, morals, thoughts, tastes, views and beliefs. Usually, families (4)______ culture to the younger generations. As family system is becoming weak, schools, colleges and universities should take up this responsibility as education should promote potential values of its culture. The role of universities (5)_______ only to issue course completed certificates.

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. with.

Context: The sentence talks about being familiar with literature and art.

Analysis of the options:

  • for – doesn’t form the correct idiom with “acquaintance”.
  • on – doesn’t fit contextually.
  • with – correct preposition after “acquaintance”.
  • in – not idiomatic here.

Correct word: with

Reason: The correct prepositional phrase is “acquaintance with” when referring to familiarity with something.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.