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SSC MTS 2024 PYQ — Question 87

SSC MTS - 11/11/2024 - (9:00 AM - 11:00 AM) • 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.


As 2023 closes as the warmest year on (1)_______________, there is growing global concern about the rise of extreme weather (2)________________ such as floods, droughts and heatwaves. The atmosphere and oceans are warming due to increasing (3)______________ of greenhouse gases, largely caused by burning fossil fuels. This has led to a greater risk of (4)___________________ rainfall and flooding. For every 1°C rise in average global temperature, the atmosphere can hold an extra 7% water vapour. When the right atmospheric 'triggers' are in place, this extra water vapour is (5)________________ as intense rainfall.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 2.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

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

Context The sentence refers to extreme weather events such as floods, droughts, and heatwaves.

Meaning of the words:

  • Quietude – means calmness, not relevant here.

  • Idleness – means inactivity, incorrect.

  • Events – correct, refers to occurrences or incidents, fitting the context.

  • Inertness – means lack of activity, incorrect.

Correct word: Events, because it describes instances of extreme weather.

Final Sentence: As 2023 closes as the warmest year on record, there is growing global concern about the rise of extreme weather events such as floods, droughts, and heatwaves.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.