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SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 2

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level 2022 - 3 Aug 2022 - Shift 1 • English • Q2

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Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow.

Many scientists believe that oceans will not look the same in the future. Oceans will change their colour. The reason behind this scenario will be climatic change as it will make the blue and green colour of the oceans bluer and greener, respectively. Many scientific researchers have proven that it will stimulate the growth of many creatures that live in oceans and affect the colour we see. The reason we find an ocean blue is the combination is the sunlight’s interaction with water molecules and whichever creatures live in the water. The molecules presented in water absorb all colours except blue which is reflected back. The green colour of the water is because of Phytoplankton which are tiny microscopic organisms like plants that use sunlight to create a chemical energy which is essential for their survival.

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
 Survival

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2, i.e. Existence.


Correct Answer: Existence 

Line to refer: “...organisms like plants that use sunlight to create a chemical energy which is essential for their survival.”


The word “survival” means continuing to live or exist, especially in difficult conditions. In the passage, it is used for Phytoplankton, which need sunlight to make energy that is essential for their survival. The word “existence” has a similar meaning — it means being alive or continuing to live.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.