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SSC GD 2025 PYQ — Question 3

SSC GD Const 2025 (English) - 11 Feb 2025 - Shift 1 • English • Q3

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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.
 The ancient Egyptians (1)_____ pyramids as tombs for their pharaohs. These colossal structures served as monuments and (2)____ constructed with limestone and granite. The main purpose of the pyramids (3)____ to safeguard the pharaoh’s body and possessions in the afterlife. The (4)______ famous pyramid, the Great Pyramid of Giza, is a testament to the architectural brilliance (5)____ the ancient Egyptians.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 3.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. was.

Context: The sentence is about the main purpose of the pyramids in ancient times. Since it refers to the past (when pyramids were built), the correct verb form is 'was.'

Meaning of the words:

  • Is – present tense, incorrect because the sentence talks about history.

  • Was – past tense singular, correct for 'purpose.'

  • Are – present tense plural, incorrect because 'purpose' is singular and context is past.

  • Were – past tense plural, incorrect because subject 'purpose' is singular.

Correct word: Was, because it matches the singular subject 'purpose' and the past historical context.

Final Sentence: The main purpose of the pyramids was to safeguard the pharaoh’s body and possessions in the afterlife.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.