Asked in: SSC CHSL 2024 T-1
heard; sealing in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC CHSL 2024 T-1 Homonyms & Homophones
Select the most appropriate homophones to fill in the blanks.
I ________ that he has been promoted to the post of _____ officer.
(SSC CHSL 2024 T-1 (11-July Shift 3))Answer & explanation
Answer: C) heard; sealing
Correct Answer: heard; sealing
Explanation:
The sentence:
"I that he has been promoted to the post of _ officer."
• heard means to perceive sound or receive information.
• sealing refers to the act of closing something tightly; in this context, "sealing officer" is a recognized job title (e.g., in customs).
Let’s evaluate the options:
• heard; ceiling – Incorrect; "ceiling" means the overhead interior surface, unrelated here.
• herd; sealing – Incorrect; "herd" means a group of animals, not fitting.
• heard; sealing – ✅ Correct; "heard" is the right verb and "sealing officer" is a valid term.
• herd; ceiling – Incorrect; both words incorrect in context.
So, the correct sentence is:
"I heard
heard; sealing – questions
Has heard; sealing been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – heard; sealing has been asked in SSC exams: SSC CHSL 2024 T-1.