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SSC CGL 2020 PYQ — Question 179

SSC CGL Tier II - English - 18th Nov 2020 • English • Q179

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In the given passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.

The word ‘diet’ is associated with the feeling of developing eating (1) _________ that are time-bound, coupled (2) ________ a strict food plan. But the (3) ________ meaning of diet is the food (4) _________ which a person follows daily. It (5) ________ creating a food plan that (6) _________ around your lifestyle, your work, (7) _________ quality of your sleep, your (8) __________ level, the kind of (9) _______ you do, your palate and your (10) ___________.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No.8

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. stress.

Let's see the meaning of the given words:-

  • stress- a state of mental or emotional strain or tension resulting from adverse or very demanding circumstances; give particular emphasis or importance to (a point, statement, or idea) made in speech or writing.
  • authority- the power or right to give orders, make decisions and enforce obedience.
  • capacity- the maximum amount that something can contain.
  • force- strength or energy as an attribute of physical action or movement.

As per the context of the sentence, the creation of a food plan is centered around one's lifestyle and other factors (including level of emotional strain). Therefore, the word 'stress' is the correct choice here.

Hence, the correct answer is Option 4 i.e. stress.