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SSC GD 2023 PYQ — Question 5

SSC GD Constable (English) - 31 Jan 2023 - Shift 3 • English • Q5

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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.
Comprehension:
Humans have (1)________ that animals do not have a life and maybe exploited in any way they see fit, but this (2)________ is incorrect and must be altered before it is too late. We fail to recognise that the pain we (3)________ on animals will come back to haunt us, and no matter how (4)_______ the discovery we make by causing harm to animals, it will be futile. It can never (5)_________ the human actions.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The Correct answer is option 1 i.e. assumed.

  • The word "assumed" fits well here because it suggests that humans have made an assumption or taken for granted that animals do not have a life and can be exploited in any way.