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SSC CGL 2021 PYQ — Question 18

SSC CGL - 24 Aug 2021 - Shift 3 • English • Q18

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In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.
John was an artist (1)______ profession. He was very (2)______ at his work and could
(3)______ any subject he could think of, but circumstances forced him to (4)______ in
(5)______ the work of renowned artists.

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
Drag

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Pull

  • The meaning of the word 'Drag' is 'pull (someone or something) along forcefully, roughly, or with difficulty'.
  • The synonyms could be draw, lug, pull.
  • Hence, the most similar word in meaning is 'Pull'.

The correct answer is- 

Pull