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SSC CHSL 2019 PYQ — Question 13

SSC CHSL - 8th July 2019 - Shift 1 • 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.

As the rains receded I got a strange job. Our neighbour, a (1) ______ merchant decided to become a politician. But he was (2) ______ so he wanted me to (3) ______ him everywhere he went and read and write (4) ______ him. For my work, I was to be paid decent (5) ______.

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. accompany.

In the given sentence, it can be analyzed that the merchant wants someone to go with him so that he could read and write for him.

Meaning of other words:

Attend: be present at (an event, meeting, or function).

Coincide: occur at the same time.

Coexist: exist at the same time or in the same place.

accompany: go somewhere with (someone) as a companion or escort.

Hence, the chosen option is the most appropriate fit for this sentence.