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SSC Selection Post 2020 PYQ — Question 7

SSC Selection Post - Graduation Level 2020 - 10 Nov 2020 - Shift 3 • English • Q7

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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 judge asked the prisoner if he had anything to say.
The (1)______ replied that he had said all he wanted. If he were (2)______, God would punish
his accusers for their great (3)______. The judge could do what he wanted. He had a clear
(4)______ and was not afraid of anything. His faith in God was (5)______.

Select the most appropriate word to fill in blank no. 4.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. conscience.

Context: The prisoner claims that he is unafraid because he has clarity in his moral understanding.

Meaning of the words:

Conscience: Inner sense of right and wrong.
Collusion: Secret agreement for a deceitful purpose.
Collision: Violent crash.
Conscious: Aware or awake.

Correct word: Conscience

Reason: The phrase “clear conscience” is a common collocation used to indicate someone who believes they have done no wrong. Other options are contextually incorrect or unrelated to morality.

Final Sentence: He had a clear conscience and was not afraid of anything.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.