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SSC Selection Post 2020 PYQ — Question 10

SSC Selection Post - Higher Secondary Level 2020 - 10 Nov 2020 - Shift 2 • English • Q10

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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 number.
The coronavirus pandemic has brought most of the US to (1)______ standstill, forcing the
entertainment industry to plan for an (2)______ future. Theaters across the US have ceased
(3)______ in an effort to adhere to guidelines for social distancing and self-isolating
(4)______ help mitigate the spread of the virus. With uncertainty about the reopening, studios
(5)______ a series of adjustments in their release calendars.

Select the most appropriate word to fill in blank no 1.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

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

Context: The first mention of a general situation (standstill) needs an indefinite article.

Meaning of the words:
A – indefinite article
The – definite article
Their – possessive
That – demonstrative

Correct word: A

Reason: “A standstill” is being mentioned for the first time and not known to the reader, so we use indefinite article 'a'.

Final Sentence: …has brought most of the US to a standstill...

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.