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SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 2

SSC Selection Post - Graduation Level 2022 - 14 March 2022 - Shift 3 • English • Q2

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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.
During my first year of teaching, I was quite (1) ______to find that the school principal,
supervisor and teachers (2) ______ to be unaware of their professional responsibilities and
(3) ______ in executing their duties. For example, my principal's main (4) ______ were that all
window shades be at the same (5)______ , the classrooms be quiet and the rose beds should
not be stepped upon.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 4.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. concerns.

 

Context: The sentence is explaining what the principal cared most about – things like the window shades, quiet classrooms, and flowerbeds. 

Meaning of the words:

  • Options: Choices available

  • Benefits: Advantages

  • Concerns: Matters of interest or worry

  • Choices: Selections or decisions

Correct word: Concerns

Reason: The word "concerns" fits well because it shows what the principal was focused on. The next part lists those concerns: window shades, quiet classrooms, and flower beds.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.