SSC GD 2025 PYQ — Question 17

SSC GD Const 2025 (English) - 25 Feb 2025 - Shift 1 • English • Q17

Select the option that rectifies the incorrectly spelt word in the given sentence. The cat sprawled in the sun, enjoying the warm afternoon rays and the gentel breeze

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

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

Error Concept: Incorrect spelling of a common English word.

What is wrong: The word “gentel” is misspelt.

Grammar Concept: Proper spelling is required to maintain correct written English.

Incorrectness of the concept in context: “Gentel” is not a valid word in English; the correct spelling is “gentle.”

Correction: Replace “gentel” with “gentle.”

Corrected phrase: gentle.

Final sentence: The cat sprawled in the sun, enjoying the warm afternoon rays and the gentle breeze.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.