Fill In The Blanks part – 5

41. Some health experts optimistically argue that disinfecting indoor spaces with light could be a________ [SSC MTS 17/05/2023 (Evening)]

(a) roundabout
(b) hand over
(c) game-changer
(d) interchanger

Correct Answer: (c) game-changer

Solution:'Game-changer' means an idea that changes an existing situation in a significant way. The given sentence states that Some health experts optimistically argue that disinfecting indoor spaces with light could be a game-changer. Hence, 'game-changer' is the most appropriate answer.

42. Then Bheeshma entered their lives with his________ lion's laugh. [SSC MTS 17/05/2023 (Evening)]

(a) narrow
(b) large
(c) moment
(d) elephantine

Correct Answer: (b) large

Solution:The phrase "large lion's laugh" means a laughter that is deep, hearty and powerful. The given sentence states that Bheeshma entered their lives with his large lion's laugh. Hence, 'large' is the most appropriate answer.

43. Sam knew who those people were, the figure in front was________ his cousin. [SSC MTS 18/05/2023 (Morning)]

(a) by mistake
(b) at mistake
(c) Unmistakably
(d) mistaken of

Correct Answer: (c) Unmistakably

Solution:'Unmistakably means clearly or without any possibility of being mistaken. The given sentence states that Sam knew who those people were; the figure in front was unmistakably his cousin. Hence, 'unmistakably' is the most appropriate answer.

44. Participate in a mock interview to prepare for on your feet and formulating answers under pressure. [SSC MTS 18/05/2023 (Morning)]

(a) thinking
(b) blocking
(c) cursing
(d) building

Correct Answer: (a) thinking

Solution:'Thinking on your feet' means the ability to quickly and effectively think and respond in a situation. The given sentence states that Participate in a mock interview to prepare for thinking on your feet and formulating answers under pressure. Hence, 'thinking' is the most appropriate answer.

45. He had moved about two inches when several things happened in very________ succession. [SSC MTS 18/05/2023 (Morning)]

(a) brief
(b) desperate
(c) quick
(d) absurd

Correct Answer: (c) quick

Solution:'Quick' means happening or moving with great speed. The given sentence states that he had moved about two inches when several things happened in very quick succession. Hence, 'quick' is the most appropriate answer.

46. ________ food consumption can affect our bodies' immune systems. [SSC MTS 18/05/2023 (Afternoon)]

(a) Unhygienic
(b) Nutritious
(c) Sanitary
(d) Unwise

Correct Answer: (a) Unhygienic

Solution:'Unhygienic' means not clean, in a way that may cause disease. The given sentence states that unhygienic food consumption can affect our bodies' immune systems. Hence, 'Unhygienic' is the most appropriate answer.

47. I don't remember exactly when the clouds rolled in and________ you from me. [SSC MTS 18/05/2023 (Afternoon)]

(a) steal
(b) stole
(c) stealing
(d) stolen

Correct Answer: (b) stole

Solution:The given sentence is in the past tense so we need to use the 2nd form (V₂) of the verb 'steal' which is 'stole' Hence, 'stole' is the most appropriate answer.

48. The victim was________ in the back of his head. [SSC MTS 18/05/2023 (Evening)]

(a) shot
(b) shooting
(c) shoot
(d) shooted

Correct Answer: (a) shot

Solution:'Shot' means injured or killed with a bullet. The given sentence follows passive structure because the subject 'victim' is the receiver of the action of shooting. We use the third form (shot) of a verb in passive voice. Hence, 'was shot(V3)' is the most appropriate answer.

49. Although she has used the typewriter since she was eleven years old, she is rather ________ than rapid. [SSC MTS 18/05/2023 (Evening)]

(a) hasty
(b) careful
(c) energetic
(d) heedless

Correct Answer: (b) careful

Solution:'Careful' means taking proper time and paying attention to avoid mistakes. The given sentence states that she is rather careful than rapid. Hence, 'careful' is the most appropriate answer.

50. Without vision, the process of conceptualization can become_________ task for any individual. [SSC MTS 18/05/2023 (Evening)]

(a) a gregarious
(b) an onerous
(c) a contrarious
(d) a lively

Correct Answer: (b) an onerous

Solution:'Onerous' means difficult and needs a lot of effort. The given sentence states that without vision, the process conceptualisation can become of an onerous task for any individual. Hence, 'an onerous' is the most appropriate answer.