Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 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:
Water, a substance composed of the chemical elements hydrogen and oxygen (1)______ in gaseous, liquid, and solid states. It is
(2)______ of the most plentiful and essential (3)______ compounds. A tasteless and odourless liquid at room temperature, it has the
important (4)______ to dissolve many other substances. Indeed, the (5)______ of water as a solvent is essential to living organisms.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.

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SSC CGL 17th August 2021 Shift-1

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ability

competence

knack

proficiency

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Explanation:

- The passage discusses the properties of water, focusing on its ability to dissolve substances, which is a key characteristic.

- Blank 4 is looking for a word that describes a natural characteristic of water at room temperature.

- The options are different in context and applicability:

- Option 1: ability - Refers to a natural characteristic or capacity to perform a function. It suits the context because water has the natural ability to dissolve many substances.

- Option 2: competence - Typically refers to skills or proficiency in a task. It is more applicable to living beings or roles, not elements.

- Option 3: knack - Usually implies a specific talent or skill, often related to humans or animals rather than elements.

- Option 4: proficiency - This term usually applies to the level of skill achieved through training, again more suitable for living beings.

- Correct Answer: Option 1: ability

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