Asked in: SSC CHSL 2025 T-1
tear in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC CHSL 2025 T-1 Homonyms & Homophones
Which of the following sentences uses the word "tear" with the SAME MEANING as in the following sentence?
"A single tear rolled down her cheek."Answer & explanation
Answer: B) The little girl's tear brought her mother running.
Correct Answer: Option 2 — "The little girl's tear brought her mother running."
The word "tear" is a homograph — it has two different meanings and pronunciations:
Meaning 1 (noun): / tɪər / — a drop of the clear salty liquid that flows from your eyes when you cry. Example: "A single tear rolled down her cheek."
Meaning 2 (verb/noun): / tɛər / — to pull apart or rip something. Example: "Don't tear the paper."
The reference sentence uses "tear" in Meaning 1 (teardrop). We need an option where "tear" also means a teardrop.
Option 2: "The little girl's tear brought her mother running." — "tear" here = teardrop (the girl was crying). SAME MEANING ✓
Why other options are wrong:
Option 1 "tried not
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Has tear been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – tear has been asked in SSC exams: SSC CHSL 2025 T-1.