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SSC CPO 2020 PYQ — Question 31

SSC CPO - 24 Nov 2020 - Shift 2 • English • Q31

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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 number.

Alfred Hitchcock was a man with vivid imagination, (1)______ skills and a passion for life. With his (2)______ style and God-gifted wit, he produced and directed (3)______ of the most thrilling films that had the audience swooning (4)______ fright and falling off their seats with laughter. He was greatly (5)______ by American films and magazines.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 5.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

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

  • The sentence implies that American films and magazines had a great effect on Alfred Hitchcock.
  • Hence, the blank must be filled in with Influenced.
  • It means to have an effect on the condition or development of.