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SSC GD 2025 PYQ — Question 2

SSC GD Const 2025 (English) - 10 Feb 2025 - Shift 3 • English • Q2

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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.

During the Renaissance, artists focused (1)______ depicting the beauty of the human form and nature. They (2)______ to capture realism, using techniques like chiaroscuro to create depth and shadow. This period saw a shift (3)______ religious themes to a celebration of individualism and classical knowledge. Artists like Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo left an incredible mark, (4)________ art (5)______ centuries.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. influencing

Context:
The sentence is: "Artists like Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo left an incredible mark, (4)________ art (5) for centuries."
Here, it means their work had an effect on art for a long time.

Meaning of the words:

  • motivate → to make someone want to do something

  • instill → to gradually introduce an idea or feeling

  • encourage → to give support or confidence

  • influencing → having an effect on something or someone

Correct word: influencing

Reason:
The correct word should show the effect or impact the artists had on art over time. "Influencing" fits this meaning perfectly.

Final Sentence:
Artists like Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo left an incredible mark, influencing art for centuries.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.