SSC CGL 2024 PYQ — Question 15

SSC CGL - 10 Sep 2024 - Shift 3 • English • Q15

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.

a short section (as of a book) that leads to or explains the main part.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

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

Correct word: Foreword
Meaning: A short introductory section in a book that explains or introduces the main text.
Example: The foreword was written by the author’s mentor.

Meaning of the other words:

  • Conclusion: The end or finish of something

  • Postscript: An additional remark at the end of a letter

  • Paraphrase: Restatement of a text in different words

Hence, the chosen option is the correct one word substitution.