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SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 24

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level - 3 Feb 2022 - Shift 3 • English • Q24

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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.

I was often invited to colleges and universities (1) ______ lectures. Once, I went to a university to deliver a lecture. (2) ______ it was over, the students gathered to ask (3) ______ questions. Though it was getting late (4) ______ my next programme, since I love talking to (5) ______, I remained there answering their questions

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 4.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. for.

Context: The blank refers to the time before the speaker’s next programme, so the preposition “for” is used to indicate purpose or scheduled time.

Meaning of the options:
At: used for specific times or places, but not with “programme” in this context.
To: used to indicate direction or destination, not suitable here.
For: used to indicate purpose or intended time, fits best with “my next programme.”
On: used for days or dates, not suitable here.

Correct word: For
Reason: “Getting late for my next programme” is the correct phrase to show approaching time before an event. The other options do not fit this context.

Final sentence: Though it was getting late for my next programme, since I love talking to students, I remained there answering their questions.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.