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SSC Selection Post 2020 PYQ — Question 7

SSC Selection Post - Higher Secondary Level 2020 - 10 Nov 2020 - Shift 2 • 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 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 words to fill in blank no 4.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. in order to.

Context: The sentence explains the purpose of adhering to guidelines.

Meaning of the words:
In order to – to express purpose
With respect to – refers to something
In reference to – mentions a topic
So that to – grammatically incorrect

Correct word: In order to

Reason: Only “in order to” clearly expresses purpose, which fits the sentence describing mitigation of virus spread.

Final Sentence: …guidelines for social distancing and self-isolating in order to help mitigate the spread of the virus.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.