In the following passage, some of the words have been left out. Read the passage carefully and select the correct answer for the given blank out of the four alternatives.
It is a delight _______________ the illuminating thoughts which came to the minds of these men; and, on the other hand, it is amusing to see how ________________ they launched ________________ on boundless seas when they were unprovided with chart and compass. They were _________ brilliant children, who know little of the dangers of the great world, but are ready to undertake anything. These philosophers regarded all knowledge as their province, and did __________ despair of governing so great a realm.
SSC CGL 2018211)and did __________ despair of governing so great a realm.
not
Instructions:
In the following passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.Comprehension:
Drug addiction is the continued use of a particular drug (1)______ harmful consequences. Drug addiction not only affects an individual’s health and relationship, but also (2)______ the society and the environment. Prevention of a particular list of drugs can be possible by (3)______ their sale without a prescription. Drug addicts should be given proper medical treatment and (4)______ facilities. Motivational and awareness camps should be organized to scale down the consumption (5)______ drugs.
SSC CGL 2020212)Select the most appropriate option for blank No. 1
despite
Despite = in spite of ; notwithstanding.
SSC CGL 2020213)Select the most appropriate option for blank No. 2
impacts
Impacts = to have an influence on something.
SSC CGL 2020214)Select the most appropriate option for blank No. 3
restricting
Restrict = to limit the amount, size etc. of something; keep within bounds.
SSC CGL 2020215)Select the most appropriate option for blank No. 4
rehabilitation
Rehabilitation = the process of returning to a healthy or good way of life; recovery.
SSC CGL 2020216)Select the most appropriate option for blank No. 5
of
Instructions :
In the following passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.Comprehension :
A (1)______ of trucks carrying soldiers was coming down the mountain road. The trucks (2) ______ slowly as there had been heavy snowfall in that area . Suddenly, with a (3) ______ a huge tree on the hill side fell bringing along with it boulders and mud. (4) ______, the driver of first truck stopped in time. The soldiers got down and started (5) ______ the road.
SSC CGL 2020217)Select the most appropriate option for blank no. 1
convoy
SSC CGL 2020218)Select the most appropriate option for blank no. 2
were moving
SSC CGL 2020219)Select the most appropriate option for blank no. 3
crash
SSC CGL 2020220)Select the most appropriate option for blank no. 4
Fortunately