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SSC CPO 2021 PYQ — Question 154

SSC CPO Tier II - 8 Nov 2021 • English • Q154

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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.

Two Pandas are expected to be returned to China (1) ______ a zoo in Canada because of a (2) ______ of bamboo. Pandas only eat fresh bamboo (3) ______ which the zoo had been importing from China (4) ______ corona virus grounded most flights. The pandas (5) ______ in Canada in 2014 and were due to stay for 10 years.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank no. 2.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. shortage.

  • So, the sentence will be "Two Pandas are expected to be returned to China from a zoo in Canada because of a shortage of bamboo."

  • In this context, "shortage" refers to the lack of sufficient bamboo needed for the pandas.