SSC Selection Post 2024 PYQ — Question 10

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level - 24 June 2024 - Shift 1 • English • Q10

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

The child grew up cheerfully listening to ___________ stories.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

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

 

Context: The sentence mentions the child growing up cheerfully while listening to stories. This implies the stories were likely pleasant, light-hearted, or engaging in tone and that there were many of them.

Meaning of the words:

  • Few: A small number of; not many.

  • Endless: Seemingly without limit; countless or infinite.

  • Horror: Intense fear or shock.

  • Sad: Causing sorrow.

Correct word: Endless

Final Sentence: The child grew up cheerfully listening to endless stories.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.