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SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 8

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level 2022 - 2 Feb 2022 - Shift 1 • English • Q8

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In the following passage some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and
select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Most people are petrified of snakes and (1)______ good reason. For thousands of years
snakes have (2)______ the reputation of being venomous and lethal. But in (3)______ snakes
are even more scared of us than the other way (4)______ and would rather wiggle away from
us (5)______ possible.

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Name

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. reality.

Context: The sentence aims to contrast belief vs truth — emphasizing actual fear of snakes.

Meaning of the words:
Fantasy – imaginary or unrealistic, not suitable here.
Probability – suggests likelihood, doesn’t confirm factual truth.
Possibility – implies something may happen, but not definite.
Reality – conveys actual, verified truth.

Correct word: Reality

Reason: The passage asserts that snakes are more afraid of humans than vice versa, a surprising but factual claim — hence, “reality” best fits the tone and intent.

Final Sentence: Most people are petrified of snakes and with good reason. For thousands of years snakes have built up the reputation of being venomous and lethal. But in reality snakes are even more scared of us than the other way over and would rather wiggle away from us as fast as possible.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.