SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 18

SSC GD Constable (English) - 1 Feb 2023 - Shift 4 • English • Q18

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

The skeleton of an unknown person has been hanging on the tree __________ last Wednesday.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

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

  • "Since" is used to indicate a point in time when an action started.

  • The sentence would read: "The skeleton of an unknown person has been hanging on the tree since last Wednesday."

  • The other options ("through," "about," and "for") do not convey the intended meaning in this context.