Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 4.

Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage
carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Climate change will (1)___________________ every aspect of our health and well-being. But its potential harms go (2)__________________ the body’s ability to handle (3)_____________ heat, important as this is.Extreme weather events, such as floods, droughts, storms and wildfires, are becoming more (4)______________________ and severe. These affect our mental
health in a multitude of ways. Coping with climate change can be overwhelming.It could increase the (5)________________ of harmful substance use.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. frequent.

Context: The passage is talking about extreme weather events like floods, droughts, storms, and wildfires. These are described as happening more often and becoming severe.

Meaning of the words:
Pertinent: relevant or related to the matter.
Frequent: happening often or repeatedly.
Selected: chosen from a group.
Marginal: very small or not important.

Correct word: Frequent

Reason: Only frequent correctly describes extreme weather events that occur more often and with greater intensity.

Final Sentence: Extreme weather events, such as floods, droughts, storms and wildfires, are becoming more frequent and severe.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.

SSC GD 2025 PYQ — Question 2