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SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 23

SSC CGL - 17 July 2023 - Shift 2 • English • Q23

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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.

Ambition is a vital ingredient for success. Without ambition to push us, we will not be (1)_________ of great achievements. We all need that special something (2)__________ ourselves to give us the willpower to reach a higher goal (3)_________ we imagine ourselves capable (4)_________ Yet, ambition, (5)__________ money and fire, is a good servant, but a bad master.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

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

The word "than" is used to indicate comparison, emphasizing that the goals individuals aspire to achieve are greater than what they initially believe themselves capable of accomplishing.