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SSC CHSL 2020 PYQ — Question 20

SSC CHSL - 13th October 2020 - Shift 2 • English • Q20

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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.

Hampi is a UNESCO World Heritage Site in India located near Hospet town in the Karnataka state, India. (1)_________ the attractions of Hampi (2)_______ beautiful temples, ruins of palaces (3)________ of aquatic structures, ancient market streets, royal pavilions, bastions, royal platforms, treasury buildings...the list is practically (4)________. Most of the visitors to Hampi arrive at the well-connected Hospet Junction railway station, (5)__________ about 13km from Hampi. Roads to Hampi are in great shape. Driving all the way to Hampi from the neighbouring cities is not a bad idea either.

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

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Among.

Let's have a look at the meaning of the given options:-

  1. Along- from one end to or towards the other end of something.
  2. Aside- on or to one side; out of the way
  3. Away- to a different place or in a different direction.
  4. Among- in or concerning a particular group of people or things.

"among" makes a suitable match with the blank here hence, it will be correct.