SSC CHSL 2019 PYQ — Question 14

SSC CHSL - 8th July 2019 - Shift 1 • English • Q14

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.

As the rains receded I got a strange job. Our neighbour, a (1) ______ merchant decided to become a politician. But he was (2) ______ so he wanted me to (3) ______ him everywhere he went and read and write (4) ______ him. For my work, I was to be paid decent (5) ______.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. for.  

Explanation:

The given blank requires an appropriate preposition to make the sentence grammatically meaningful.

The option that fits best in the sentence is 'for' as it usually tells us about the use of something, a reason or purpose.

E.g. There was a phone call for you.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.