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SSC CGL 2025 PYQ — Question 13

SSC CGL - 16 Sep 2025 - Shift 1 • English • Q13

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Select the sentence containing the homonym of the highlighted word:

The architect discussed the vault beneath the cathefral.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e.  The gymnast performed a perfect vault over the horse.

Explanation:

Given word: Vault Meaning: In the context of the architect and the cathedral, it refers to an arched brick or stone ceiling or roof. Homonym: A homonym is a word that is spelled and pronounced the same but has a different meaning.

Analysis of the given options:

  • The gymnast performed a perfect vault over the horse: In this context, vault means a leap or jump over an obstacle using one's hands for support. This is a different meaning from the architectural structure, making it the correct homonym.

  • The treasury vault was secured with biometric locks: Here, vault refers to a secure room for storage, which is a related architectural meaning.

  • The earthquake cracked the stone vault supporting the nave: This uses the same architectural meaning as the original sentence (an arched support).

  • The noble were interred in the family vault: In this context, vault refers to a burial chamber, which is another type of arched architectural structure.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.