Fill In The Blanks part – 13

11. The fan was directly________ my head. [SSC CPO 25/11/2020 (Evening)]

(a) over
(b) on
(c) at
(d) Below

Correct Answer: (a) over

Solution:Over is a preposition which means straight above something, but not touching it. Fans are usually on the ceiling. Hence, 'fan was over my head' is the most appropriate answer.

12. This visit will not interfere__________ our plans. [SSC CGL Tier II (15/11/2020)]

(a) into
(b) with
(c) at
(d) from

Correct Answer: (b) with

Solution:Interfere with something means to stop or slow (something). For example, The drug might interfere with a child's physical development. Similarly in the given question, the narrator is saying that the visit will not interfere (hinder or stop) with their plans. Hence, 'Interfere with' is the correct structure for the sentence.

13. There__________ no porters on the platform, he had to carry his luggage himself. [SSC CGL Tier II (18/11/2020)]

(a) going
(b) being
(c) having
(d) been

Correct Answer: (b) being

Solution:'Being' is usually used to indicate the cause behind something. Here, when the narrator did not find any porter(the cause), then he himself carried his bag. Hence, 'being' is the most appropriate answer.

14. He is an honest man and his conduct is__________ suspicion. [SSC CGL Tier II (18/11/2020)]

(a) above
(b) below
(c) over
(d) against

Correct Answer: (a) above

Solution:Above is usually used to refer to a greater authority or its importance for example this is above all, his qualities are above all. Similarly here, the conduct of the man is above suspicion means he can't do anything wrong & suspecting.

15. Padamse worked like mathematician and was a true__________ who experimented mediums. with numerous [SSC CHSL 12/10/2020 (Morning)]

(a) visionary
(b) voluntary
(c) literary
(d) adversary

Correct Answer: (a) visionary

Solution:Visionary one who has foresight or can think about the future in an imaginative way Voluntary - Done with one's free will Literary - Concerned with writing Adversary - One's opponent

16. Some people think that the credit card culture encourages people to shop compulsively and merely__________ debts. [SSC CHSL 13/10/2020 (Morning)]

(a) accumulate
(b) formulate
(c) stimulate
(d) simulate

Correct Answer: (a) accumulate

Solution:Accumulate - gather Accumulate is the most appropriate answer in the given context because here we are talking about gathering debts.

17. A _________ of small stones is called a mosaic. [SSC CHSL 13/10/2020 (Afternoon)]

(a) design
(b) structure
(c) mound
(d) pattern

Correct Answer: (d) pattern

Solution:Mosaic is a pattern of small stones.

18. The performances of the notable dancers and guest artists__________ the audience. [SSC CHSL 13/10/2020 (Evening)]

(a) immersed
(b) occupied
(c) enthralled
(d) absorbed

Correct Answer: (c) enthralled

Solution:Enthralled means to hold somebody's interest and attention completely. As per the question, the performance of the dancers held the attention of the audience. Hence, 'enthralled' will be the most appropriate answer.

19. According to experts, some sectors remain__________ during these difficult times, including banking and financial services, FMCG, food and technology. [SSC CHSL 14/10/2020 (Morning)]

(a) redundant
(b) repentant
(c) repugnant
(d) resilient

Correct Answer: (d) resilient

Solution:Resilient means strong enough to deal with illness, a shock or change etc. The given question states that some sectors are strong enough to deal with the difficult times. Hence, 'resilient' will be the most appropriate answer.

20. The area is___________ close circuit television surveillance. [SSC CHSL 14/10/2020 (Evening)]

(a) into
(b) about
(c) over
(d) under

Correct Answer: (d) under

Solution:The phrase under surveillance means to watch someone or something closely especially in order to prevent or detect a crime. Hence, 'under will be the most appropriate answer