SSC Selection Post 2020 PYQ — Question 14

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level - 9 Nov 2020 - Shift 3 • English • Q14

Select the most appropriate word for the given group of words.
A group of birds of one kind

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3, i.e., Flock.

 

Group Meaning: "A group of birds of one kind" refers to birds flying or feeding together.

Option Meanings:

Band – generally refers to a group of people (e.g. band of musicians)

Bevy – a large group of the same kind, usually used for quails or larks (less common than flock)

Flock – a group of birds of the same kind (most commonly used)

Crowd – refers to a large number of people, not birds

Correction: The correct word used for a group of birds is "flock"

Final Sentence: The word for a group of birds of one kind is flock

Hence, the chosen option is correct.