Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No 4 ........

English Language (CGL) Fill in the blanks

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:
Ironically, the dams that were constructed to (1)______ floods have triggered floods due to sedimentation in the reservoir. The (2)______
of water from dams during heavy rains aggravated- the flood situation (3)______ Maharashtra and Gujarat in 2006. The floods (4)______
not only life and property but also caused soil erosion. Sedimentation (5)______ the plains of silt, a natural fertilizer.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No.4

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SSC CGL 11 June 2019 Shift-2

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devastated

plundered

smashed

devoured

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Explanation:

- The passage discusses the unintended consequences of constructing dams that were supposed to prevent floods but have actually exacerbated flood situations.

- Blank 1: The context suggests a word related to controlling or preventing, e.g., "avert" or "stop."

- Blank 2: This needs a word related to the release or discharge of water, e.g., "release" or "discharge."

- Blank 3: Indicates a location, e.g., "in."

- Blank 4: The right word should convey destruction caused by floods. The options include:

- 1. "Devastated" - means causing severe damage.

- 2. "Plundered" - typically means stealing goods, inappropriate here.

- 3. "Smashed" - means breaking or violently destroying, too informal.

- 4. "Devoured" - means eating or consuming, not suitable here.

- Blank 5: Suggests a word describing removal or depletion, e.g., "deprived."

Given the context, Option 1: 'devastated' is the most appropriate choice for blank 4, describing the severe damage caused by floods.