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SSC Selection Post 2024 PYQ — Question 6

SSC Selection Post - Graduation Level - 20 Jun 2024 Shift 3 • English • Q6

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In the following passage some words have been deleted, Fill in the blanks with the help of
alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.
The roots of some plants get swollen with the (1) __________ of storage food which can be
used as vegetables. The plants which have such roots are called root crops. These are
(2)____________ staple foods with (3) __________ giving carbohydrates. These also have
large water (4)_____. Some (5)________ are carrots, beetroots, radishes, turnip, sweet
potato etc.
 

 

 

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

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

The sentence "Some (5) _______ are carrots, beetroots, radishes, turnip, sweet potato etc." needs a word that introduces a list of items. The word "examples" is the most appropriate because it clearly indicates that the following items are specific instances of the category being discussed (root crops).

Why the other options are incorrect:

"Illustration" is usually used to explain or clarify an idea, not to list items.

"Case" refers to a particular situation or instance but is not typically used to list items like vegetables.

"Samples" implies small portions or parts taken for testing, which is less suitable here.