SSC GD Constable (English) - 13 Feb 2019 Shift 3

13 February 2019 • 100 questions

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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.

The most common act of forgetfulness, I suppose(1)_______ in the matter of posting letters. So common is it that I am always (2)______ to trust a departing visitor to post an important (3)_______. So before handing over the letter I make him (4)________ to post it immediately. As for myself, anyone (5)________ asks me to post a letter is a poor judge of my character.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No. 1

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. occurs.

Let's have a look at the meaning of the given options:-

occurs- to happen, especially in a way that has not been planned.
creates- to cause something new to happen or exist.
develops- to grow slowly, increase, or change into something else; to make somebody/something do this.
takes- to carry or move somebody/something.

"Reason" which means "to happen, especially in a way that has not been planned" fits the context appropriately.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.

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