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SSC CGL 2021 PYQ — Question 5

SSC CGL - 24 Aug 2021 - Shift 2 • English • Q5

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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.
John was an artist (1)______ profession. He was very (2)______ at his work and could
(3)______ any subject he could think of, but circumstances forced him to (4)______ in
(5)______ the work of renowned artists.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 2 i.e. by.

  • The given blank need to be filled with appropriate preposition.
  • The most appropriate preposition for the given blank is 'by'.
  • Use of preposition 'by':
  1. Used to indicate proximity.
  2. Used to indicate the person that does something in a passive voice sentence.
  3. Used to indicate an action with a particular purpose.
  4. Used to indicate a mean or method.

Hence, the correct answer is Option 2 i.e. by.