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SSC CGL 2021 PYQ — Question 1

SSC CGL - 13 Aug 2021 - Shift 1 • English • Q1

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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.

What every tourist must take back from Bhutan is pure honey, especially Putka, “Antibiotic” honey produced (1)______ Melipona Bees (stingless bees) a breed found in protected areas (2)______ 700 to 1,500 metres above sea level. Due (3)______ their small size, they can get larger nutrients (4)______ regular honeybees. It has a tangy/sour taste and can (5)______ your sore throat in a matter of minutes.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. soothe.

  • After reading the sentence having blank no. (5), we understand that the sentence is talking about the positive effect of antibiotic honey produced by Melipona Bees which can help your throat become less painful in a matter of minutes.
  • So the most appropriate verb for the blank no. (5) is soothe.
  • The word 'soothe' when used as a verb means 'to make a part of the body less painful'.

Hence, the correct answer is Option 1 i.e. soothe.