SSC CPO 4th Oct 2023 Shift 3

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

Discrimination refers to the inequitable or (1)________ treatment of individuals or collectives
on the basis of attributes such as ethnicity, sex, age and sexual orientation. Studies have
indicated that the perception of discrimination can (2)________ a series of stress-induced
alterations in an individual's mental, physiological and behavioural responses. The experience
of stress is known to elicit unfavourable emotional reactions, including but not limited to
(3)________, despair and resentment. Furthermore, anxiety has been linked to a rise in
health-compromising behaviours such as smoking, drinking and (4)________ drug use, while
simultaneously causing a (5)________ in health-promoting activities such as quality sleep
and vigorous exercise.

Read the given passage carefully and answer the questions that follow.

The world of social media is a strange and wondrous place. It's a world where you can
connect with people from all over the globe, share your thoughts and opinions, and maybe
even go viral if you're lucky. But let's be real, it's also a world filled with endless cat videos,
oversharing, and drama.

One of the most interesting things about social media is the way it's changed the way we
communicate. We've gone from long, thoughtful emails to quick, abbreviated messages with
emojis and acronyms. And don't even get me started on the whole hashtag phenomenon. It's
like we're all speaking a different language now.

But there are also some downsides to this constant connection. It's easy to get sucked into
the world of social media and forget about the real world around us. We're so busy scrolling
through our feeds that we forget to enjoy the little moments in life. And let's not forget about
the pressure to present the perfect life online. It's like we're all in a competition to see who
can be the most popular, the most successful, the most enviable.

Despite all of this, I have to admit, I'm still a fan of social media. It's a great way to stay
connected with friends and family, and I've even made some new friends through various
online communities. Plus, let's face it, sometimes you just need a good laugh at a ridiculous
meme.