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SSC MTS 2024 PYQ — Question 87

SSC MTS - 21/10/2024 - (12:30 PM - 2:30 PM) • English • Q87

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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.
We are familiar with the quote, ' 'If winter comes, can spring be far ___1___?' Winters are depressing, but we bear because we know that it will not ___2___ till perpetuity. Spring ___3___ a new life in us. As the spring begins to set itself, the nights become shorter and the days get longer. Gardens and lawns become colourful, buds ___4___ as flowers, birds chirp and butterflies fly from one flower to another to ___5____ on the sweet nectar. The dullness is taken over by brightness.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. infuses.

Context: The sentence is about spring bringing new life and energy. The blank must indicate introducing or filling something with vitality.

Meaning of the words:

  • immerse – to dip or submerge in something; not fitting here

  • infuses – to fill or pervade; perfectly fits the idea of spring giving life

  • inculcate – to instill ideas or habits, usually used for teaching

  • imbue – to inspire deeply; close in meaning but less commonly used for this context

Correct word: infuses

Final Sentence: Spring infuses a new life in us.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.