SSC GD Constable (English) - 16 Jan 2023 - Shift 2

16 January 2023 • 80 questions

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Question 1 / 80

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

I looked out (1) ________ the city. The sun hung low in the sky, shining weakly (2) _______ the clouds, casting long shadows on the grass. I realized that it would be (3) _______ soon. The sun would set, finally, the (4) _______would rise in the sky. Another day (5) _______ end. Another day lost.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 1.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 3 i.e. across.

  • "Across" is the most suitable choice.
  • "Across" is commonly used when describing a panoramic view, suggesting that the speaker is looking over the expanse of the city.

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