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SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 4

SSC GD Constable (English) - 17 Jan 2023 - Shift 3 • English • Q4

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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.

There are over 9000 species of birds on this planet (1) ________of which over 1360 are found in India alone. 81 species of birds (2)________endemic to India. Because birds are found everywhere, and in all (3)________zones, their sizes, shapes and wings are (4)________ according to the needs of their habitat. For instance, eagles and hawks have massive soaring wings with primary feather that (5)________out and allow them to soar high in the sky.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. are.

  • The sentence is in the present form.
  • The subject "81 species of birds" is plural, so the verb that agrees with it should also be in the plural form.
  • Therefore, the correct option is "are."