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SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 23

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level - 3 Feb 2022 - Shift 3 • English • Q23

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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.

I was often invited to colleges and universities (1) ______ lectures. Once, I went to a university to deliver a lecture. (2) ______ it was over, the students gathered to ask (3) ______ questions. Though it was getting late (4) ______ my next programme, since I love talking to (5) ______, I remained there answering their questions.

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

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

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

Context: The sentence talks about students gathering to ask questions after the lecture, so the word to be filled must indicate an indefinite or unspecified number of questions.

Meaning of the options:
A little: refers to a small amount, usually for uncountable nouns, not suitable for “questions” (countable).
Any: refers to an indefinite number or amount, suitable for questions in this context.
All: means every one, which may not be accurate here.
Some: refers to an unspecified but limited number, also possible but “any” is more general and fits better after a negative or interrogative idea.

Correct word: Any

Reason: “Ask any questions” is a common expression used when inviting questions without specifying number. “Some” could also work, but “any” is more appropriate here as it fits with the idea of openness to all questions.

Final sentence: The students gathered to ask any questions.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.