SSC CPO 2020 PYQ — Question 36

SSC CPO - 25 Nov 2020 - Shift 2 • English • Q36

Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No substitution required’.

I looked anywhere for my puppy but could not find it.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. everywhere.

  • The underlined segment is erroneous.
  • The sentence implies that the subject looked for his puppy in every place. 
  • "Anywhere" means in or to any place.
  • It should be replaced with "everywhere" meaning in or to all places.
  • The correct sentence will be: I looked everywhere for my puppy but could not find it.