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SSC CGL 2021 PYQ — Question 44

SSC CGL - 23 Aug 2021 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q44

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In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.
Essaouira's origins stretch back to prehistoric times, and this spot on Morocco's Atlantic
coast (1)______ a centre of culture and commerce ever since. (2)______ centuries, the harbour town was an important trading post (3)______ both a seaport and as the north-western terminus of a caravan (4)______ stretching across the desert to Timbuktu (5)______ Africa’s interior.

Who among the following hit the winning runs for India against Australia at the
Brisbane Test of January 2021?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Rishabh Pant

A truly remarkable end to a scarcely believable series. The record books will show India winning by three wickets in Brisbane and retaining the Border-Gavaskar Trophy courtesy of a 2-1 series verdict, but the bare facts tell none of the story.