SSC CGL 2024 PYQ — Question 16

SSC CGL - 09 Sep 2024 - Shift 1 • English • Q16

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

A short interesting story about a real person or event

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Anecdote.

Correct word: Anecdote
Meaning: 
A short, interesting story about a real person or event.
Example: He told a funny anecdote about his childhood during the dinner party.

Meaning of the other words:

Poem: A piece of writing that expresses emotions, ideas, or stories in verse.
Sketch: A rough or unfinished drawing or depiction.
Story: A narrative of real or imaginary events.

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