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SSC CHSL 2022 PYQ — Question 1

SSC CHSL - 26 May 2022 - Shift 2 • English • Q1

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In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the
options given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.

Tree plantation is the (1)______ of transplanting saplings or seeds to maximize the amount of greenery and focus on promoting (2)______. Planting trees can be a very rewarding and fruitful (3)______! Not only is it (4)______ beneficial for this planet, but it also contributes to helping create an environmentally friendly place to live, as trees help reduce pollutant (5)______.

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

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

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

  • The sentence implies that trees help in reducing the mass of pollutants.
  • Thus, Concentration is the appropriate word to fill in the blank.
  • Concentration means the action of gathering together closely.