SSC CGL - 20 Aug 2021 - Shift 3

Tier 1 • 20 August 2021 • 100 questions

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Directions: 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.

The muskmelon is (1)______ perfect summer (2)______. It is (3)______ in water content that can help (4)______ care of our (5)______ fluid loss that we suffer in the hot season.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. body’s.

  • Since the whole paragraph talks about the benefits of watermelon in summer.
  • It helps in maintaining the loss of fluid in the body.

Hence, the correct sentence is:

The muskmelon is (1) a perfect summer (2) companion. It is (3) rich in water content that can help (4) take care of our (5) body's fluid loss that we suffer in the hot season.

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