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English Language & Literature — CBSE Class 10 board question

Q1. [1]
Fill in the blank by using the correct form of the word in the bracket, for the given portion of a letter: Therefore, I request you to please consider this request of ______ (construct) a park in our society so that each and every person can benefit and we can enjoy a healthy environment amidst the concrete jungle.
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2024 2/2/1 Q3 (i)
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Model Answer

The correct word is constructing.
"...consider this request of constructing a park in our society..."

Explanation

After a preposition (here, "of"), a verb must be used in its gerund form (-ing). "Construct" → "constructing." This is a standard grammar rule tested in CBSE Class 10.

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