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SSC CGL 2024 PYQ — Question 1

SSC CGL - 19 Sep 2024 - Shift 2 • English • Q1

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In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

Recently, the (1)________ of heart-attacks in young Indians (2)________ increased tremendously. Doctors are surprised to note that young men and women with seemingly healthy lifestyle are suffering deadly heart attacks. (3)________ diet and exercise play a (4)________ role in a person’s overall well being, mental health is also a valuable factor. The (5)________ urban lifestyle is causing anxiety and depression in young Indians which may be a major factor behind the increased numbers.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. fast-paced.

Context: This blank is about describing the kind of lifestyle that is contributing to mental health issues. The sentence refers to an urban lifestyle leading to anxiety and depression, so the adjective should describe the stressful and hurried nature of such a lifestyle.

Analysis of the given options:

  • fast-paced: happening quickly or involving a lot of activity
  • cosmic: relating to the universe
  • rapidly: an adverb, not suitable here as we need an adjective
  • wilderness: a natural uninhabited area, irrelevant in this context

Correct word: fast-paced

Reason: It logically describes a stressful, hurried city life that can impact mental health.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.