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SSC GD Constable (English) - 7 Feb 2023 - Shift 1

7 February 2023 • 80 questions

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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.

Looking at the stars is a glimpse (1) _________ history. Some of the things we see (2)_________ millions of light-years (3) ________. Everything in the universe (4) ________ a past but stars don't try to hide it. They just (5) _________ shining, for everyone to see.

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

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. Keep.

  • The verb "keep" is used here to indicate a continuous and persistent action. Stars continually emit light, and they do not stop shining.
  • The other options do not convey the sense of ongoing and continuous action in the same way.

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