FILL IN THE BLANKS PART – 7

Total Questions: 50

31. Choosing the right software for any purpose can be a/an ________ task for any business. [SSC CHSL 16/03/2023 (4th Shift)]

Correct Answer: (b) challenging
Note:

'Challenging' means forcing you to make a lot of effort. The given sentence states that choosing the right software for any purpose can be a challenging task for any business. Hence, 'challenging' appropriate answer.

32. I dump the tray on the side and start________ up the dishwasher. [SSC CHSL 17/03/2023 (1st Shift)]

Correct Answer: (d) loading
Note:

'Loading' means to put a quantity of something into or onto somebody/something. The given sentence states that I dump the tray on the side and start loading up the dishwasher. Hence, 'loading' is the most appropriate answer.

33. Lecanemab was recently reported to have a small but _________ effect in reducing cognitive decline. [SSC CHSL 17/03/2023 (1st Shift)]

Correct Answer: (d) significant
Note:

'Significant means important or large enough to be noticed. The given sentence states that Lecanemab was recently reported to have a small but significant effect in reducing cognitive decline. Hence, 'significant' is the most appropriate answer.

34. He was rewarded for his meekness _________ and understanding heart. [SSC CHSL 17/03/2023 (2nd Shift)]

Correct Answer: (d) with a wise
Note:

'Wise' means having the knowledge or experience to make good and sensible decisions. The given sentence states that he was rewarded for his meekness with a wise and understanding heart. Hence, 'with a wise' is the most appropriate answer.

35. _________on the silver tray like a white snake, the wedding garland was as thick as my forearm. [SSC CHSL 17/03/2023 (2nd Shift)]

Correct Answer: (d) Coiled
Note:

'Coiled' means to make something into a round shape. The given sentence states that on the silver tray like a white snake, the wedding garland was as thick as my forearm. Hence, 'coiled' is the most appropriate answer.

36. David always kept his _______open for anything that might put them at risk. [SSC CHSL 17/03/2023 (3rd Shift)]

Correct Answer: (c) eagle eyes
Note:

'Eagle eyes' means a careful or close watch. The given sentence states that David always kept his eagle eyes open for anything that might put them at risk. Hence, 'eagle eyes' is the most appropriate answer.

37. Howard tried to speak but all that came out was an________ squeaky gargle. [SSC CHSL 17/03/2023 (4th Shift)]

Correct Answer: (d) inarticulate
Note:

'Inarticulate' means someone who is not able to express ideas and feelings clearly. The given sentence states that Howard tried to speak but all that came out was an inarticulate squeaky gargle. Hence, 'articulate' is the most appropriate answer.

38. We can usefully distinguish four types of claims that have been traditionally made using the_________"human nature". [SSC CHSL 17/03/2023 (4th Shift)]

Correct Answer: (d) expression
Note:

'Expression' means something that you say that shows your opinions or feelings. The given sentence states that we can usefully distinguish four types of claims that have been traditionally made using the expression human nature. Hence, 'expression' is the most appropriate answer.

39. In the early autumn fierce fighting took place, the ________ Serbians bearing a prominent part. [SSC CHSL 20/03/2023 (1st Shift)]

Correct Answer: (c) gallant
Note:

'Gallant' means a man who is brave & courageous. The given sentence states that in the early autumn fierce fighting took place, the gallant Serbians bearing a prominent part. Hence, 'gallant' is the most appropriate answer.

40. ________threats to elephants requires public and political will to take action. [SSC CHSL 20/03/2023 (1st Shift)]

Correct Answer: (b) Addressing
Note:

'Addressing' means to make an important speech to an audience. The given sentence states that addressing threats to elephants requires public and political will to take action. Hence, 'addressing' is the most appropriate answer.