Question 1

Improve the bracketed part of the sentence by choosing the best alternative: He (promised to mend) his ways.

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Introduction / Context: Sentence improvement questions sometimes test your ability to recognise when a sentence is already correct. This is just as important as spotting errors. In the sentence "He promised to mend his ways", the phrase "promised to mend" is a standard, grammatically correct construction that needs no change. The distractor options introduce errors in tense, preposition, or structure. Given Data / Assumptions: Original sentence: "He (promised to mend) his ways." The bracketed part may or may not need improvement. Options include three rephrasings and "No improvement". The intended meaning is simply that he gave a promise to improve his behaviour. Concept / Approach: The verb "promise" is correctly followed by "to" plus the base form of another verb to indicate what someone promises to do, for example, "promised to help", "promised to pay", "promised to mend". The noun phrase "his ways" refers to his behaviour or habits. The entire phrase "promised to mend his ways" is a well-formed idiomatic expression in English. We must check if any alternative makes the sentence clearer or more correct. If not, "No improvement" is the right choice. Step-by-Step Solution: Step 1: Evaluate the given phrase "promised to mend". It follows the correct verb + to-infinitive pattern.Step 2: Consider option A: "had a promised to mending". This is ungrammatical: "had a promised" is wrong and "to mending" is also incorrect after "to".Step 3: Consider option B: "promised for mending". The preposition "for" is wrong here; we do not say "promise for doing" in this sense.Step 4: Consider option C: "was promised of mending". This changes the voice and meaning; it suggests someone else promised him something, and "of mending" is not idiomatic.Step 5: Option D, "No improvement", keeps the natural and correct original phrase.Step 6: Therefore, the best answer is "No improvement". Verification / Alternative check: We can verify by comparing with other standard examples: "He promised to work harder", "She promised to arrive early", "They promised to pay the bill on time". In each case, "to + verb" follows "promised" directly. If we replace "to" with "for" or switch to "to mending", the sentences become unnatural or wrong. The structure in the original sentence fits this clear pattern, confirming that no change is required. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Option A ("had a promised to mending") is incorrect in both verb form and structure; it does not conform to any standard English pattern. Option B ("promised for mending") misuses "for" and disrupts the natural verb pattern. Option C ("was promised of mending") changes the meaning completely and also uses the wrong preposition. Only the original phrase accurately and clearly expresses the idea that he himself promised to improve his behaviour. Common Pitfalls: Candidates often assume that every bracketed phrase must be wrong and mechanically choose a rewritten option. This habit leads to unnecessary changes in already correct sentences. The key is to evaluate the given phrase first; if it is both grammatically correct and idiomatic, then "No improvement" is often the best answer. Train yourself to compare all options rather than immediately rejecting the original. Final Answer: The sentence is already correct, so the right choice is "No improvement".

Question 2

In the following question, choose the one-word substitution for the phrase: "One who is determined to take full revenge for wrongs done to him".

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Introduction / Context: One-word substitution questions test your ability to replace a long descriptive phrase with a precise vocabulary item. The phrase given here is "One who is determined to take full revenge for wrongs done to him". In everyday and literary English, such a person is described by an adjective that captures a spirit of strong, often unforgiving revenge. Given Data / Assumptions: Phrase: "One who is determined to take full revenge for wrongs done to him". The task is to select the best single-word substitute. Options include nouns and adjectives related to behaviour or attitude. We assume the focus is on a strong desire to retaliate, not on general dislike or mere hostility. Concept / Approach: The key idea in the phrase is an intense, persistent desire to take revenge. The standard adjective for a person with such a mindset is "vindictive". A vindictive person is not merely angry; they hold grudges and actively seek opportunities to punish or hurt those who have harmed them. The other options either describe different qualities (such as cowardice or learning) or refer to relationships that do not capture this specialised sense. Step-by-Step Solution: Step 1: Focus on the core meaning: "determined to take full revenge" suggests a strong, perhaps excessive, revenge-seeking attitude.Step 2: Examine "Enmity" (option A). This is a noun meaning hatred or hostility, not a person and not necessarily someone actively seeking revenge.Step 3: Examine "Pedant" (option B). A pedant is someone overly concerned with rules or minor details, unrelated to revenge.Step 4: Examine "Coward" (option C). This word denotes someone lacking courage; such a person is unlikely to be determined to take revenge.Step 5: Examine "Vindictive" (option D). This adjective describes someone who is strongly inclined to seek revenge, exactly matching the description.Step 6: Examine "Benefactor" (option E). A benefactor is someone who helps others, usually in a generous way, the opposite of a revenge-seeker. Verification / Alternative check: Dictionary definitions confirm that "vindictive" means "having or showing a strong or unreasoning desire for revenge". The phrase in the question emphasises determination to take full revenge, which aligns perfectly with this definition. If we try to replace the phrase in a sentence—"He is a vindictive man"—the sense that he is full of revengeful feelings is clear. None of the other options express this idea. Therefore, "vindictive" is the only accurate one-word substitute. Why Other Options Are Wrong: "Enmity" describes a state of mutual hatred, not a person or personal quality. "Pedant" focuses on academic or rule-related fussiness, not emotional revenge. "Coward" is about fear and lack of bravery. "Benefactor" means someone who gives help or money, which is the opposite of trying to hurt others. None of these words convey the sense of vengeful determination described in the phrase. Common Pitfalls: Some candidates look only for words that appear negative and may choose "enmity" or "coward" because they sound unfriendly. However, one-word substitution questions require very precise semantic matching. It is helpful to learn key adjectives such as "vindictive", "benevolent", "malevolent", and "magnanimous" with their exact shades of meaning. This builds a strong vocabulary base for exams and prevents confusion between general hostility and specific revenge-seeking attitudes. Final Answer: The correct one-word substitute is Vindictive.

Question 3

In the following question, choose the one-word substitution for the phrase: "Just punishment for wrongdoing".

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Introduction / Context: This question asks for a one-word substitute for the phrase "Just punishment for wrongdoing". Such vocabulary appears often in literature, moral philosophy, and discussions of justice. The word being tested is closely associated with the idea of a person's eventual downfall or retribution as a result of their own actions. Given Data / Assumptions: Phrase: "Just punishment for wrongdoing". Options: Dandy, Nemesis, Prodigy, Wagon, and Penalty. The key idea is that the punishment is deserved and fitting for the wrong committed. We assume usage in both literal and literary senses. Concept / Approach: "Nemesis" originally refers to the Greek goddess of retribution, who brings down punishment on those guilty of arrogance or wrongdoing. In modern English, "nemesis" is commonly used to mean "an agent of retribution" or "the inevitable punishment or downfall that follows from one's misdeeds". It often carries the sense of justice catching up with someone. This matches the idea of "just punishment for wrongdoing" much more precisely than the other options. Step-by-Step Solution: Step 1: Identify the main idea in the phrase: punishment that is appropriate and deserved for a wrong action.Step 2: Consider "Dandy" (option A). A dandy is a man excessively concerned with his appearance and clothes; this has no connection with punishment.Step 3: Consider "Nemesis" (option B). It denotes an agent or force of retribution, or the inevitable punishment that overtakes a wrongdoer.Step 4: Consider "Prodigy" (option C). A prodigy is a person, especially a young one, with exceptional talent—again unrelated to justice or punishment.Step 5: Consider "Wagon" (option D), which is simply a vehicle, not a moral or legal concept.Step 6: Consider "Penalty" (option E). "Penalty" means punishment, but it does not carry the specific nuance of inevitable or poetic justice that "nemesis" does. Exam questions like this usually seek the richer, more specific word. Verification / Alternative check: We can check the typical usage: "His arrogance finally met its nemesis" means his arrogance eventually resulted in his downfall or just punishment. The same idea appears in many stories where a villain eventually faces a nemesis—either a person or a situation that brings fitting punishment. While "penalty" simply refers to any punishment (for example, a fine in sports or law), "nemesis" captures the idea of morally appropriate justice, which is the focus of the phrase "just punishment for wrongdoing". Why Other Options Are Wrong: "Dandy" refers only to a fashion-conscious man and has nothing to do with morality or punishment. "Prodigy" is entirely positive and refers to unusual talent. "Wagon" is a concrete object, irrelevant to the concept of justice. "Penalty" is closer in meaning, but it does not specifically imply moral or poetic justice. The exam setters typically expect the more literary and precise word "nemesis" when the phrase mentions "just punishment". Common Pitfalls: Students may be tempted by "penalty" because it is a direct synonym of "punishment". However, one-word substitution questions often test more refined vocabulary. Remember that "nemesis" frequently appears in stories where someone is "brought down" by their own pride, greed, or cruelty. Linking "nemesis" with ideas of fate and inevitable justice will help you remember its connection to "just punishment for wrongdoing". Final Answer: The correct one-word substitute is Nemesis.

Question 4

In the following question, four words are given. Out of these, select the word that is incorrectly spelt.

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Introduction / Context: Spelling questions are designed to check accurate written English. In this item, you are asked to choose the incorrectly spelt word from a small group. Such questions often use words that are common in exams, news, or formal writing. The goal is to identify which one does not match the standard dictionary spelling. Given Data / Assumptions: Words given: Continuous, Glamoros, Meticulous, Vicious, Generous. Exactly one of these words is misspelt. The others are correctly spelt, standard English words. We assume standard British or international spelling; "glamorous" is accepted in both varieties with the same pattern. Concept / Approach: The task is to compare each option with the correct spelling as known from reading or dictionary use. "Continuous" (unbroken in time), "meticulous" (showing great attention to detail), "vicious" (cruel or violent), and "generous" (willing to give) are all correctly spelt. The word related to beauty, style, and charm is properly spelt "glamorous", with the sequence g-l-a-m-o-r-o-u-s. The option "Glamoros" is missing a "u" and therefore incorrect. Step-by-Step Solution: Step 1: Check "Continuous". It is correctly spelt with the pattern c-o-n-t-i-n-u-o-u-s.Step 2: Check "Glamoros". This looks suspicious because the common word is "glamorous".Step 3: Recall that the correct spelling is "glamorous", with an extra "u" before the final "s".Step 4: Check "Meticulous". It matches the correct spelling m-e-t-i-c-u-l-o-u-s.Step 5: Check "Vicious". It matches v-i-c-i-o-u-s, the standard dictionary form.Step 6: Check "Generous". Again, this is correctly written as g-e-n-e-r-o-u-s.Step 7: Therefore, "Glamoros" is the only incorrectly spelt word. Verification / Alternative check: We can verify using typical sentences: "She wore a glamorous dress to the party." You will see this spelling in magazines, books, and online articles. Writing "glamoros dress" would be recognised as a spelling mistake by any spell checker. The other words—continuous rain, meticulous planning, vicious attack, generous donation—are all extremely common collocations, and their spellings in the options exactly match what appears in standard English usage. Why Other Options Are Wrong: In this type of question, "wrong" options are the correctly spelt words. "Continuous" is correct and therefore not the answer. "Meticulous" is correctly spelt and cannot be chosen. "Vicious" is also correct. "Generous" is another correctly spelt everyday word. Only "Glamoros" fails to match the accepted spelling "glamorous". Common Pitfalls: Some learners get confused by words with "ou" or "uo" sequences and may suspect "continuous" or "meticulous" instead. Others rely solely on how words sound when spoken, which can be misleading. A helpful strategy is to read widely and pay attention to the visual pattern of common adjectives, especially those ending in "-ous". Writing them down in a notebook and grouping them (famous, dangerous, glamorous, generous, meticulous) helps fix their spellings in memory. Final Answer: The incorrectly spelt word is "Glamoros".

Question 5

In the following question, four words are given. Out of these, select the word that is incorrectly spelt.

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Introduction / Context: Accurate spelling is crucial in English, especially for formal writing and competitive exams. This question asks you to identify the one incorrectly spelt word among four commonly used terms. Such questions usually target words whose pronunciation can mislead the learner about the correct arrangement of vowels and consonants. Given Data / Assumptions: Words given: Secondary, Sizable, Succumb, Sustanence, Sanction. Exactly one word is misspelt. The others follow standard dictionary spellings. The focus is on noticing incorrect vowel combinations. Concept / Approach: The word that stands out here is "Sustanence". The correct noun meaning "food and drink regarded as a source of strength" or "means of support" is spelt "sustenance". The vowel pattern is s-u-s-t-e-n-a-n-c-e, not "a-n-e-n" as in the incorrect option. The other words—secondary (of second rank or importance), sizable (fairly large), succumb (yield or give way), and sanction (official approval or penalty)—are all correctly spelt and frequently used in written English. Step-by-Step Solution: Step 1: Check "Secondary". The spelling s-e-c-o-n-d-a-r-y is standard and correct.Step 2: Check "Sizable". Both "sizable" and "sizeable" are accepted variants; here "Sizable" is correctly spelt in standard American and widely used international English.Step 3: Check "Succumb". The correct spelling is s-u-c-c-u-m-b, and the option matches it.Step 4: Check "Sustanence". This looks suspicious because the familiar word is "sustenance".Step 5: Confirm that the correct spelling is s-u-s-t-e-n-a-n-c-e, so "Sustanence" with "a-n-e-n" is wrong.Step 6: Check "Sanction". It is correctly spelt s-a-n-c-t-i-o-n.Step 7: Conclude that "Sustanence" is the only incorrectly spelt word. Verification / Alternative check: We can test by using the suspect word in a sentence: "The army received fresh sustenance from the nearby village." Any dictionary will show this exact spelling: sustenance. Spell checkers in word processors also flag "sustanence" as incorrect. In contrast, "secondary school", "sizable amount", "succumb to pressure", and "economic sanctions" all appear with these spellings in respectable newspapers and books, confirming that those four options are correct. Why Other Options Are Wrong: In this particular problem, "wrong" options are the correctly spelt words. "Secondary" is correct and widely used. "Sizable" is an accepted spelling. "Succumb" matches the dictionary form. "Sanction" is also standard. Only "Sustanence" fails to match the correct form "sustenance", so it is the misspelt word you must select. Common Pitfalls: Learners often struggle with silent letters like the "b" in "succumb" or the choice between "sizable" and "sizeable". Because of this, they may wrongly suspect those words instead of noticing the vowel pattern problem in "Sustanence". A good method is to pay attention to root words and related forms: "sustain" leads to "sustenance", keeping "sust-" and "-tenance" rather than "sustanence". Building small families of words in your vocabulary notebook helps reinforce both meaning and spelling. Final Answer: The incorrectly spelt word is "Sustanence".

Question 6

The following question consists of four labelled sentences about comfort. Choose the most logical order of the sentences to form a coherent paragraph.

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Introduction / Context: Rearrangement questions test your ability to understand logical flow, cause–effect relations, and paragraph structure. Here you are given four labelled sentences P, Q, R and S, all related to the idea of comfort and how it spreads. Your job is to choose the order that produces a smooth, meaningful paragraph. This type of question improves reading skills and is highly relevant for competitive exams. Given Data / Assumptions: P: To those who have known comfort, discomfort is a real torture. Q: Comfort is now one of the causes of its own spread. R: The more comfort is brought into the world, the more it is likely to be valued. S: It has now become a physical habit, a fashion, an ideal to be pursued for its own sake. Options offer different sequences beginning with Q, which appears to introduce the main idea. Concept / Approach: To solve such questions, we usually look for: (1) the best opening sentence, which introduces the topic in a general way; (2) sentences that explain or give reasons; (3) sentences describing consequences; and (4) a suitable concluding sentence. We also track pronouns ("it"), logical connectors ("the more... the more"), and time or contrast words. All four sentences here develop the idea that comfort spreads by itself and shapes human attitudes. Step-by-Step Solution: Step 1: Identify the best opening. Q says, "Comfort is now one of the causes of its own spread." This makes a general statement about comfort and introduces the central claim. So Q is a natural start.Step 2: After stating that comfort spreads itself (Q), we expect an explanation of how this happens. R provides this: "The more comfort is brought into the world, the more it is likely to be valued." This sentence explains the mechanism by which comfort causes its own spread.Step 3: Once comfort is valued more and more (R), S follows logically: "It has now become a physical habit, a fashion, an ideal to be pursued for its own sake." The pronoun "It" clearly refers to comfort, and this sentence describes the result of the process mentioned in Q and R.Step 4: Finally, P concludes by describing the effect on individuals: "To those who have known comfort, discomfort is a real torture." This is a natural closing remark showing the impact of comfort on people's tolerance for discomfort.Step 5: Putting these together, we get Q–R–S–P, which corresponds to option A (QRSP). Verification / Alternative check: Read the full paragraph in QRSP order: "Comfort is now one of the causes of its own spread. The more comfort is brought into the world, the more it is likely to be valued. It has now become a physical habit, a fashion, an ideal to be pursued for its own sake. To those who have known comfort, discomfort is a real torture." The thought moves smoothly from general statement to explanation, to consequence, and finally to a human reaction. Other options break this flow. For example, QPRS places P immediately after Q, jumping from a general claim to a very specific effect without explanation. QSRP puts S before R, so the description of habit and fashion appears before the cause–effect pattern, which is less logical. Why Other Options Are Wrong: QPRS (option B) interrupts the cause–effect chain by placing P too early, before the process is explained. QPSR (option C) ends with R, which sounds more like an explanation than a conclusion. QSRP (option D) inverts the logical sequence by describing comfort as a fashion before explaining why it spreads. RQSP (option E) begins with R, but R's "The more comfort..." clearly expects a preceding sentence about comfort's spread, which Q provides. Common Pitfalls: Many students focus only on the last sentence and choose the order that "sounds nice" at the end. A better strategy is to identify the topic sentence first and then track how each subsequent sentence adds cause, result, or example. Look carefully at pronouns ("it") and comparative structures ("the more... the more") to see which sentences they depend on. Doing this will make rearrangement questions much easier. Final Answer: The most logical order of the sentences is QRSP.

Question 7

The following question consists of four labelled sentences about self-exploration. Choose the most logical order of the sentences to form a coherent paragraph.

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Introduction / Context: In this rearrangement question, you are given four labelled sentences (P, Q, R and S) dealing with courage, social feedback, and self-exploration. Your aim is to arrange them in an order that forms a clear and logical paragraph. Such questions check your understanding of subtle logical links between ideas and your ability to follow a writer's line of thought. Given Data / Assumptions: P: In that frame of mind, we have little sense of identity, safety or security. Q: Courage is required to explore our secret life because we must first withdraw from the social mirror, where we are fed positive and negative feedback continuously. S: As we get used to this social feedback, it becomes a comfort zone. R: And we may opt to avoid self examination and idle away our time in a vacuum of reverie and rationalization. All four sentences discuss the impact of social feedback on self-examination. Concept / Approach: To find the correct order, we look for: (1) an introductory sentence that sets up the problem; (2) sentences that show how the situation develops; and (3) a conclusion describing the final mental state. Q introduces the need for courage and mentions the "social mirror" and "feedback", thus providing a natural starting point. S explains what happens as we get used to that social feedback, R shows a possible reaction, and P sums up the resulting inner condition. Step-by-Step Solution: Step 1: Identify the opening sentence. Q clearly introduces the main theme: courage is required to explore our secret life, and we are dependent on a "social mirror" that supplies continuous feedback. This sets the context.Step 2: Next, we need a sentence that explains what happens as we remain in this social mirror. S does this: "As we get used to this social feedback, it becomes a comfort zone." This follows naturally from Q and continues the idea.Step 3: Once social feedback has become a comfort zone, the next step is to see the consequence: we may avoid true self-examination. R states this clearly: "And we may opt to avoid self examination and idle away our time in a vacuum of reverie and rationalization."Step 4: Finally, P describes the mental result of this pattern: "In that frame of mind, we have little sense of identity, safety or security." The phrase "that frame of mind" refers back to the state described in R.Step 5: Combining these gives Q–S–R–P, corresponding to option A (QSRP). Verification / Alternative check: Read the paragraph in the proposed order: "Courage is required to explore our secret life because we must first withdraw from the social mirror, where we are fed positive and negative feedback continuously. As we get used to this social feedback, it becomes a comfort zone. And we may opt to avoid self examination and idle away our time in a vacuum of reverie and rationalization. In that frame of mind, we have little sense of identity, safety or security." The flow is smooth: introduction of the problem (Q), development of dependence (S), behavioural consequence (R), and final psychological state (P). Other orders break this logical chain. For example, QRSP places R too early, before explaining how the comfort zone arises. SQRP begins with S, but "this social feedback" in S is unclear without Q first. Why Other Options Are Wrong: QRSP (option B) puts R immediately after Q, skipping the explanation in S of how social feedback becomes a comfort zone. SQRP (option C) starts with S, but the reference to "this social feedback" lacks an antecedent unless Q is first. SRQP (option D) begins with S and then jumps back to R and Q in a confusing sequence. RQSP (option E) starts with R ("And we may opt..."), which is clearly a continuation and not an opening sentence. Common Pitfalls: Students often get misled by the presence of connectors like "And" in R and think they can start a paragraph with them. However, words like "And" indicate continuation, not beginning. Another common mistake is ignoring pronouns and reference points. P's phrase "that frame of mind" must refer to a previously described mental state, which is given in R. Always trace such references to ensure that every sentence has clear antecedents before you decide the order. Final Answer: The most logical order of the sentences is QSRP.

Question 8

In the following question on voice, choose the option that best expresses the sentence "The kids were laughing at the old lady." in Passive voice.

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Introduction / Context: Voice change questions test your ability to convert a sentence from Active voice to Passive voice or vice versa without changing its basic meaning or tense. Here the active sentence "The kids were laughing at the old lady." must be rewritten in Passive voice. The focus is on choosing the correct tense (past continuous) and keeping the preposition "at" in its proper place. Given Data / Assumptions: Active sentence: "The kids were laughing at the old lady." Subject in the active sentence: "The kids". Object in the active sentence: "the old lady". Main verb phrase: "were laughing at". We must express this idea in Passive voice with correct grammar and tense. Concept / Approach: To change from Active to Passive voice, the object of the active sentence becomes the subject of the passive sentence. The tense of the main verb must be preserved. "Were laughing" is past continuous (was/were + present participle). In Passive voice, past continuous becomes "was/were being + past participle". We also keep the preposition "at" after the verb "laughed", because in English we say "laugh at someone". Therefore, the passive structure must be "was being laughed at by..." Step-by-Step Solution: Step 1: Identify the object "the old lady" in the active sentence. In Passive voice, this becomes the subject: "The old lady...".Step 2: Recognise the tense "were laughing" as past continuous. The corresponding passive auxiliary structure is "was being" (for singular subject).Step 3: Change the main verb "laugh" to its past participle "laughed".Step 4: Retain the preposition "at" because the verb phrase remains "laughed at".Step 5: Add the agent "by the kids" to show who performed the action.Step 6: Combine these to get: "The old lady was being laughed at by the kids." Verification / Alternative check: We can test the correctness by reversing the transformation. Starting from "The old lady was being laughed at by the kids", convert back to Active voice: subject becomes "The kids", past continuous passive "was being laughed at" turns into "were laughing at", and the object becomes "the old lady". This gives exactly the original sentence: "The kids were laughing at the old lady." This confirms that option B preserves both tense and meaning. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Option A ("The old lady is laughing at the kids.") reverses the roles and even changes the tense to present continuous, so it is not a valid voice change. Option C ("The old lady was being laughed by the kids.") omits the preposition "at", which is necessary in English usage; we say "laughed at someone", not "laughed someone". Option D ("The old lady was laughed at by the kids.") is grammatically possible but corresponds more closely to simple past "The kids laughed at the old lady" rather than past continuous "were laughing". It therefore does not preserve the aspect of ongoing action. Common Pitfalls: Candidates often forget to keep the same tense when changing voice, especially with continuous forms. Another common error is dropping necessary prepositions like "at" after verbs such as "laugh" or "look". A reliable method is to first identify the tense and aspect (simple, continuous, perfect), then apply the appropriate passive pattern: "am/is/are being", "was/were being", "has/have been", etc. Finally, ensure that required prepositions stay with the verb in the new sentence. Final Answer: The correct Passive voice form is "The old lady was being laughed at by the kids."

Question 9

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word: "At present, on account of the Supreme Court's last advisory opinion, the _____ of the executive and its interference in the appointment of judges is limited."

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Introduction / Context: This question comes from a sentence about the judiciary and the executive in a democratic country. It tests your ability to choose a word that fits both grammatically and logically in a formal, constitutional context. The blank is followed by "of the executive and its interference in the appointment of judges", pointing clearly to a term that describes what the executive does in this process. Given Data / Assumptions: Sentence fragment: "At present, on account of the Supreme Court's last advisory opinion, the _____ of the executive and its interference in the appointment of judges is limited." Options: career, future, role, plight, authority. The context is about the balance of power between the executive and the judiciary. We assume a neutral, descriptive tone, not emotional or dramatic. Concept / Approach: We must select a noun that fits naturally before "of the executive" and meaningfully combines with "its interference in the appointment of judges". Words like "career" and "plight" normally attach to individuals, not to institutions like the executive branch. "Future" is too vague and does not combine naturally with "interference". The most suitable word is "role": "the role of the executive" is a standard phrase in legal and political writing. It precisely expresses the idea of the executive's function or part in the process. Step-by-Step Solution: Step 1: Read the whole structure: "the _____ of the executive and its interference in the appointment of judges is limited."Step 2: Insert "career": "the career of the executive" does not make sense, because "executive" here refers to the branch of government, not a person with a career.Step 3: Insert "future": "the future of the executive" is grammatically possible but does not logically connect with "its interference in the appointment of judges".Step 4: Insert "role": "the role of the executive and its interference in the appointment of judges is limited" sounds natural and precisely describes the scope of its powers.Step 5: Insert "plight": "the plight of the executive" suggests suffering or difficulty, which is not the focus of this legal discussion.Step 6: Insert "authority": "the authority of the executive and its interference..." is possible, but the sentence already goes on to say "is limited", and "role" is the more commonly used term when describing constitutional functions. Verification / Alternative check: In articles on constitutional law, we often see sentences like "The role of the executive in judicial appointments has been curtailed" or "The role of Parliament is clearly defined." The phrase "role of the executive" is a very standard collocation. If we replace "role" with "career", "plight" or "future", the sentence becomes awkward or changes meaning. "Authority of the executive" can be used but usually refers more broadly to power, whereas here the emphasis is on the specific part played in the appointment process. Thus, "role" is the best and most precise choice. Why Other Options Are Wrong: "Career" is inappropriate because the executive is an institution, not a person with a professional career. "Future" is too vague and does not form a natural phrase with "and its interference in the appointment of judges". "Plight" suggests a sad or difficult condition and introduces emotional tone where a neutral description is intended. "Authority" comes closer but is still less exact than "role" for this particular context, where the sentence is about the scope of participation rather than power in general. Common Pitfalls: Students sometimes choose words based only on whether they sound "formal" without checking if the resulting phrase is idiomatic. Another pitfall is ignoring the words around the blank. Here, "of the executive" and "its interference in the appointment of judges" are strong clues that the missing word must describe a function or part, not a feeling or condition. Training yourself to read the entire clause and to test each option inside the sentence will significantly reduce errors in such questions. Final Answer: The word that best completes the sentence is "role".

Question 10

Read the following sentence and identify the part that contains an error, or select "No error" if the sentence is correct: "I waited for her return with growing unease."

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Introduction / Context: Error spotting questions require you to examine a sentence piece by piece and decide whether any segment contains a grammatical or usage error. In this sentence, "I waited for her return with growing unease", each part expresses a simple, standard idea in correct English. The challenge is to recognise that no change is necessary and confidently select "No error". Given Data / Assumptions: Full sentence: "I waited for her return with growing unease." Parts: (a) I waited, (b) for her return, (c) with growing unease, (d) No error. We must check tense, prepositions, noun phrases, and overall meaning. We assume a simple narrative context where the speaker is describing a past situation. Concept / Approach: The verb "wait" normally takes the preposition "for" when we specify what or whom we wait for, as in "wait for the bus" or "wait for her return". The phrase "her return" is a correct noun phrase. The prepositional phrase "with growing unease" correctly indicates the manner or emotional state during the waiting. The simple past "I waited" fits with the time reference, making the sentence grammatically complete and natural. Step-by-Step Solution: Step 1: Examine part (a): "I waited." This is a correctly formed subject + verb structure in the simple past tense.Step 2: Examine part (b): "for her return." The preposition "for" is the correct choice after "waited", and "her return" is a valid noun phrase referring to the event of her coming back.Step 3: Examine part (c): "with growing unease." This correctly uses "with" to indicate the accompanying emotional state, and the phrase "growing unease" is idiomatic, meaning that unease was increasing.Step 4: Combine all parts: "I waited for her return with growing unease." The sentence is clear, grammatically correct, and stylistically natural.Step 5: Since no part contains an error, select option (d) "No error". Verification / Alternative check: We can compare the sentence with similar standard constructions: "I waited for the train with growing impatience", "She waited for the results with growing anxiety". All follow the same pattern: subject + waited + for + noun phrase + with + descriptive noun phrase. The structure in the given sentence matches this pattern exactly. If we tried to "correct" it, we would either add unnecessary words or introduce real errors, such as replacing "for" with "to", which would make the sentence wrong. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Marking any of the segments (a), (b), or (c) as erroneous would require us to propose an actual grammatical mistake, but none exists. "I waited" is correct; "for her return" uses the right preposition and noun phrase; "with growing unease" is a natural expression. Therefore, the only accurate choice is "No error". Common Pitfalls: Some students feel that every error-spotting question must contain a mistake and therefore avoid choosing "No error". This leads them to invent imaginary problems, such as disliking the style or overthinking prepositions. A better approach is to check each segment calmly against known patterns. If everything is correct, accept that the exam sometimes tests your ability to recognise a well-formed sentence. Do not change what is already correct. Final Answer: The sentence is grammatically correct; the right choice is "No error".

Question 11

Read the following sentence and identify the part that contains an error, or select "No error" if the sentence is correct: "I do not understand why why in spite of my best efforts to please him my boss is so angry at me."

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Introduction / Context: This error spotting question checks your awareness of unnecessary repetition and clause structure in English. The sentence contains two occurrences of the word "why" close together, which makes the sentence ungrammatical and awkward. Your task is to identify which segment of the sentence introduces the error. Given Data / Assumptions: Full sentence: "I do not understand why why in spite of my best efforts to please him my boss is so angry at me." Parts: (a) I do not understand why, (b) why in spite of my best efforts to please him, (c) my boss is so angry at me., (d) No error. The intended meaning is that the speaker does not understand the reason for the boss's anger, despite trying to please him. Concept / Approach: The clause "I do not understand why" already introduces the question of reason. It is immediately followed by another "why" at the beginning of part (b), which is redundant and breaks the flow. The correct structure should be something like "I do not understand why, in spite of my best efforts to please him, my boss is so angry at me." Only one "why" is needed to introduce the clause; the second "why" in part (b) is the error. Step-by-Step Solution: Step 1: Examine part (a): "I do not understand why." This is a correct introductory clause expressing confusion about a reason.Step 2: Examine part (b): "why in spite of my best efforts to please him." The second "why" here is unnecessary because the first "why" in part (a) already introduces the reason clause.Step 3: Examine part (c): "my boss is so angry at me." This is a correct clause explaining what is not understood.Step 4: Combine the corrected parts: "I do not understand why, in spite of my best efforts to please him, my boss is so angry at me."Step 5: Since the extra "why" is present in part (b), that is the part containing the error. Verification / Alternative check: Read the sentence aloud as given: "I do not understand why why in spite of my best efforts..." The repetition of "why" is clearly jarring. Remove the second "why" and read again: "I do not understand why, in spite of my best efforts to please him, my boss is so angry at me." The sentence now sounds natural and grammatically correct. Therefore, part (b) is the erroneous segment. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Part (a) "I do not understand why" is grammatically correct and a natural way to begin such a sentence. Part (c) "my boss is so angry at me." is also correct; "angry at" or "angry with" are both accepted patterns in modern English. Option (d) "No error" cannot be chosen because we have already identified a clear mistake in part (b). Common Pitfalls: Some students may focus on "angry at me" and think it should always be "angry with me", but both usages are common and correct in contemporary English. The real problem is the duplicated "why", which is easy to miss when reading quickly. A good strategy is to read the sentence slowly, paying attention to repeated words and checking whether each one is necessary. Eliminating redundant words is a key skill for spotting errors in exam questions. Final Answer: The error is in part "why in spite of my best efforts to please him", because the second "why" is unnecessary.

Question 12

Read the following sentence and identify the part that contains an error, or select "No error" if the sentence is correct: "Being a rainy day, we did not feel like going out or doing anything except playing chess in our room."

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Introduction / Context: This error spotting question focuses on the correct use of participial phrases in English. The sentence begins with "Being a rainy day", which appears to describe the subject of the sentence. However, the subject that follows is "we", and "we" cannot logically be "a rainy day". This creates what is called a dangling participle, a common error in written English. Given Data / Assumptions: Full sentence: "Being a rainy day, we did not feel like going out or doing anything except playing chess in our room." Parts: (a) Being a rainy day, (b) we did not feel like going out or doing anything, (c) except playing chess in our room., (d) No error. The intended meaning is that because it was a rainy day, the speakers stayed inside and played chess. Concept / Approach: A participial phrase at the beginning of a sentence (such as "Being a rainy day") is supposed to describe the subject that comes immediately after it. In the given sentence, the subject is "we". The phrase would then literally mean "We, being a rainy day, did not feel like going out", which is illogical. To correct this, we should say "It being a rainy day..." or "As it was a rainy day...". Therefore, the error lies in part (a), where the participial phrase lacks a proper logical subject. Step-by-Step Solution: Step 1: Look at part (a): "Being a rainy day". Ask which noun this phrase is describing.Step 2: The next noun or pronoun in the sentence is "we" (part b), so the phrase appears to describe "we". But "we" cannot be "a rainy day".Step 3: Recognise this as a dangling participle—where the participial phrase does not logically match the subject that follows.Step 4: Parts (b) and (c) ("we did not feel like going out or doing anything except playing chess in our room") are correct and clearly express the intended action.Step 5: Therefore, the error is in part (a) only. A corrected version would be: "It being a rainy day, we did not feel like going out..." or "As it was a rainy day, we did not feel like going out..." Verification / Alternative check: Rewrite the sentence correctly: "As it was a rainy day, we did not feel like going out or doing anything except playing chess in our room." Now the subject "it" clearly refers to the weather or the day, and there is no confusion. If we keep "Being a rainy day" without "it", the logical subject is missing, and the phrase connects wrongly to "we". This confirms that part (a) is the flawed segment. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Part (b) "we did not feel like going out or doing anything" is grammatically correct and natural. Part (c) "except playing chess in our room." correctly completes the idea by giving the one activity they did. Option (d) "No error" cannot be chosen because there is a clear structural problem in part (a). Common Pitfalls: Many learners are not sensitive to dangling participles because these constructions are sometimes heard in casual speech. However, formal written English expects clear connections between introductory phrases and subjects. A helpful habit is to mentally ask, "Who is doing the -ing action?" after a participial phrase. If the answer is not the subject that follows, there is a dangling modifier. Recognising this quickly will help you score better in grammar and error spotting questions. Final Answer: The error is in part "Being a rainy day", which should be rephrased to avoid a dangling participle.

Question 13

Read the following sentence and identify the part that contains an error, or select "No error" if the sentence is correct: "It is not difficult to believe that a man who has lived in this for a long time he will never feel at home anywhere else in t…

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Introduction / Context: This error spotting question deals with clause structure and the unnecessary repetition of the subject in a complex sentence. The sentence tries to combine a relative clause ("who has lived in this for a long time") and a main clause about how the man feels. However, it incorrectly introduces an extra pronoun "he" in the final part, making the sentence ungrammatical. Given Data / Assumptions: Full sentence: "It is not difficult to believe that a man who has lived in this for a long time he will never feel at home anywhere else in the world." Parts: (a) It is not difficult to believe that a man, (b) who has lived in this for a long time, (c) he will never feel at home anywhere else in the world., (d) No error. The intended meaning: it is easy to believe that a man who has lived in this place for a long time will never feel at home anywhere else. Concept / Approach: In English, once a subject has been introduced in a main clause and then described by a relative clause beginning with "who", we do not repeat the subject pronoun before the verb of the same clause. The subject "a man who has lived in this for a long time" should be followed directly by "will never feel at home...". The insertion of "he" is redundant and breaks the structure. Therefore, the error lies in part (c), where "he" must be removed. Step-by-Step Solution: Step 1: Combine parts (a) and (b): "It is not difficult to believe that a man who has lived in this for a long time..." This forms a correct subject phrase with a relative clause.Step 2: Examine part (c): "he will never feel at home anywhere else in the world." Here, the pronoun "he" is unnecessary because the subject has already been fully specified in the preceding words.Step 3: The correct continuation should be: "will never feel at home anywhere else in the world" without "he".Step 4: Thus, part (c) contains the error due to this redundant pronoun.Step 5: A corrected sentence would read: "It is not difficult to believe that a man who has lived in this for a long time will never feel at home anywhere else in the world." Verification / Alternative check: Read the corrected version aloud: "It is not difficult to believe that a man who has lived in this for a long time will never feel at home anywhere else in the world." The sentence is now smooth and grammatically sound. If we add "he" again—"that a man who has lived in this for a long time he will never feel..."—the repetition becomes obvious and clumsy. This confirms that part (c) is indeed the faulty segment. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Part (a) "It is not difficult to believe that a man" is correctly formed and sets up the clause. Part (b) "who has lived in this for a long time" is also correct, although "in this" would be clearer if it specified a place, such as "in this city", but grammatically it is fine. Option (d) "No error" cannot be chosen because we have clearly identified the unnecessary "he" in part (c). Common Pitfalls: Students sometimes overlook redundant subjects because they are used to similar structures in informal speech. Another pitfall is focusing on minor stylistic awkwardness ("in this") instead of the major grammatical issue. To master such questions, pay special attention to relative clauses beginning with "who", "which", or "that", and ensure that the main verb follows directly without a repeated pronoun. This will help you quickly detect and fix errors like the one in this sentence. Final Answer: The error is in part "he will never feel at home anywhere else in the world.", where the pronoun "he" should be removed.

Question 14

Read the following sentence and identify the part that contains an error, or select "No error" if the sentence is correct: "Although we reached his house on time he was left for the airport."

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Introduction / Context: This error spotting question focuses on verb form and meaning. The sentence tries to express that by the time "we" reached his house, he had already gone to the airport. However, the phrase "he was left for the airport" is incorrect and confusing. Your task is to identify which part contains the error. Given Data / Assumptions: Full sentence: "Although we reached his house on time he was left for the airport." Parts: (a) Although we reached his house on time, (b) he was left, (c) for the airport., (d) No error. The intended meaning is: When we arrived at his house on time, we found that he had already left for the airport. Concept / Approach: The problem lies in part (b): "he was left". In English, "was left" usually means "was abandoned" or "was not taken along". That meaning does not fit here. The sentence should say "he had left" to indicate that he had already departed before we arrived. Therefore, the error is an incorrect verb form that changes the meaning of the sentence. Step-by-Step Solution: Step 1: Examine part (a): "Although we reached his house on time". This is grammatically correct and sets up a contrast.Step 2: Examine part (b): "he was left". This suggests he was abandoned, which does not make sense in context.Step 3: The correct expression for someone having already gone is "he had left".Step 4: Part (c): "for the airport." correctly indicates his destination.Step 5: Therefore, the error is in part (b), where "was left" should be replaced by "had left". Verification / Alternative check: Rewrite the sentence correctly: "Although we reached his house on time, he had left for the airport." This clearly states that our arrival was on time, but he was already gone. Now the meaning matches real-world logic: we came on time, but he had already departed. The original version "he was left for the airport" does not communicate this and sounds as though someone left him there, which is not intended. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Part (a) is grammatically sound, with "Although" correctly used as a subordinating conjunction. Part (c) simply indicates destination and is correct. Option (d) "No error" is incorrect, because the verb phrase in part (b) clearly does not fit the intended meaning and tense relationship. Common Pitfalls: Students sometimes pay too much attention to prepositions like "for the airport" and overlook the key verb error. Another common issue is confusion between passive "was left" and past perfect "had left". A good strategy is to check whether the sentence correctly expresses the time relationship between actions. Here, one action (our reaching his house) is in the simple past, and the earlier action (his departure) needs to be in the past perfect: "had left". Recognising such patterns will help you choose the correct part with the error. Final Answer: The error is in part "he was left", which should be "he had left".

Question 15

Read the following sentence and identify the part that contains an error, or select "No error" if the sentence is correct: "If a thing is worth doing at all it is worth done well."

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Introduction / Context: This question tests your understanding of the correct structure of the common proverb "If a thing is worth doing at all, it is worth doing well." The given sentence almost matches the proverb, but there is a grammatical error in the final part. Your job is to identify which segment contains the mistake. Given Data / Assumptions: Full sentence: "If a thing is worth doing at all it is worth done well." Parts: (a) If a thing, (b) is worth doing at all, (c) it is worth done well., (d) No error. The intended meaning: if an activity is worth doing, it should be done properly. Concept / Approach: The phrase "is worth doing" correctly uses the -ing form of the verb after "worth". The second part of the proverb must mirror this structure: "is worth doing well". However, the sentence uses "worth done well", which is incorrect. "Done" is a past participle and does not fit grammatically after "worth" in this construction. The error is therefore in part (c). Step-by-Step Solution: Step 1: Examine part (a): "If a thing". This is a standard beginning to a conditional proverb.Step 2: Examine part (b): "is worth doing at all". This is correctly formed; "worth" is followed by a gerund ("doing").Step 3: Examine part (c): "it is worth done well." Here, "done" is a past participle and is not used correctly after "worth".Step 4: The correct phrase should be "it is worth doing well", matching the gerund pattern used earlier.Step 5: Thus, part (c) is the erroneous segment. Verification / Alternative check: Rewrite the sentence using the standard proverb: "If a thing is worth doing at all, it is worth doing well." This version is grammatically correct and widely recognised. Read the original: "If a thing is worth doing at all it is worth done well." The last part clearly sounds wrong, because "worth done" does not form a natural English phrase. This confirms that part (c) is where the correction is needed. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Part (a) "If a thing" is a correct conditional opener and needs no change. Part (b) "is worth doing at all" exactly matches standard usage. Option (d) "No error" is not correct because we have identified an actual grammatical problem in part (c). Common Pitfalls: Because this sentence closely resembles a well-known proverb, some students read quickly and assume the entire line is correct, choosing "No error". Others may overthink the phrase "worth doing at all" even though it is perfectly standard. The key is to carefully examine verb forms after "worth" and ensure that they are in the -ing form (gerunds) when expressing activities. Remember: "worth doing", not "worth done". Final Answer: The error is in part "it is worth done well."; it should be "it is worth doing well."

Question 16

Read the following sentence and identify the part that contains an error, or select "No error" if the sentence is correct: "All the boys returned back home well in time for lunch."

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Introduction / Context: This error spotting question tests your awareness of redundancy in English expressions. The sentence "All the boys returned back home well in time for lunch." contains an unnecessary repetition of meaning. The verb "returned" already implies "back", so using both together is considered incorrect or at least poor style in standard English. Given Data / Assumptions: Full sentence: "All the boys returned back home well in time for lunch." Parts: (a) All the boys, (b) returned back home, (c) well in time for lunch., (d) No error. Intended meaning: all the boys went back home early enough for lunch. Concept / Approach: When "return" is used as a verb meaning "go back", adding "back" is redundant because the idea of going back is already built into "return". Correct forms are "returned home" or "went back home", not "returned back home". Examinations often test this point to check whether candidates can avoid redundancy and use concise, correct English. Step-by-Step Solution: Step 1: Examine part (a): "All the boys". This is a correct subject phrase.Step 2: Examine part (b): "returned back home". Here, both "returned" and "back" carry the sense of going back. Using them together is redundant.Step 3: The correct alternatives would be either "returned home" or "went back home".Step 4: Part (c): "well in time for lunch." is correct and idiomatic, meaning "early enough for lunch".Step 5: Therefore, the error lies in part (b). Verification / Alternative check: Rewrite the sentence correctly: "All the boys returned home well in time for lunch." This version is shorter and stylistically better. Alternatively, "All the boys went back home well in time for lunch." also works. But "returned back home" is not used in careful formal English. Comparing these possibilities confirms that the combination "returned back" is the problem. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Part (a) simply introduces the subject and is grammatically fine. Part (c) "well in time for lunch." is a common and correct expression indicating good timing. Option (d) "No error" cannot be correct because the redundancy in part (b) is a recognised usage error that examiners expect you to detect. Common Pitfalls: Many people speak informally using phrases like "returned back" or "reverted back" without noticing the redundancy. As a result, candidates may not see this as an error. To improve your accuracy in such questions, pay attention to verb meanings. If a verb already contains the idea of going back ("return", "revert"), do not add "back". This principle will help you avoid similar mistakes in both speech and writing. Final Answer: The error is in part "returned back home"; it should be "returned home".

Question 17

Read the following sentence and identify the part that contains an error, or select "No error" if the sentence is correct: "Tell me the name of a country where every citizen is law-abiding and no trouble is there."

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Introduction / Context: This error spotting question tests your sense of natural word order in English. The sentence describes an ideal country "where every citizen is law-abiding and no trouble is there." The last clause is not expressed in idiomatic English; the correct phrasing would be "and there is no trouble." Your task is to identify the part containing this error. Given Data / Assumptions: Full sentence: "Tell me the name of a country where every citizen is law-abiding and no trouble is there." Parts: (a) Tell me the name of, (b) a country where every citizen is law-abiding, (c) and no trouble is there, (d) No error. The intended meaning: an ideal country where all citizens obey the law and there is no trouble. Concept / Approach: In English, we usually say "there is no trouble" rather than "no trouble is there" when we want to state that trouble does not exist in a place or situation. While both structures may be understandable, only "there is no trouble" sounds natural and correct. Consequently, the phrase "and no trouble is there" in part (c) is faulty and should be reversed to "and there is no trouble". Step-by-Step Solution: Step 1: Examine part (a): "Tell me the name of". This is a correct imperative clause introducing a request.Step 2: Examine part (b): "a country where every citizen is law-abiding". This is a grammatically correct relative clause describing the country.Step 3: Examine part (c): "and no trouble is there". The word order is not natural; the clause should be expressed as "and there is no trouble".Step 4: Recognise that this incorrect ordering is the error the question expects you to spot.Step 5: Therefore, part (c) contains the error. Verification / Alternative check: Rewrite the sentence correctly: "Tell me the name of a country where every citizen is law-abiding and there is no trouble." This revised version flows smoothly and matches everyday usage. Saying "and no trouble is there" feels awkward and is rarely, if ever, used by native or proficient speakers. Comparing the two forms makes it clear that the problem lies in the clause structure of part (c). Why Other Options Are Wrong: Part (a) is a standard way to ask for specific information and has no grammatical error. Part (b) correctly uses "where" to introduce the relative clause and uses "law-abiding" as a compound adjective. Option (d) "No error" is incorrect because we have clearly identified an unnatural and grammatically weak clause in part (c). Common Pitfalls: Some candidates suspect the hyphen in "law-abiding" or the structure "where every citizen is law-abiding" instead of noticing the unnatural word order later. Others accept "no trouble is there" as acceptable because it is technically understandable. In formal exam English, however, idiomatic word order is important. Remember that when you want to say something does not exist in a place or situation, "there is no..." is the usual pattern, not "no ... is there". Final Answer: The error is in part "and no trouble is there"; it should be "and there is no trouble".

Question 18

In the following English grammar question, a sentence is divided into parts and one part contains a grammatical error. Read the complete sentence and identify which underlined segment is incorrect: "Considering about these facts, the principal has o…

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Introduction / Context: This question tests basic English grammar and error spotting skills. The learner needs to read the full sentence, focus on each segment, and find which part contains a grammatical or usage problem. The sentence is "Considering about these facts, the principal has offered him a seat." On first reading it looks almost correct, but one phrase is not standard English usage. Questions of this type are common in competitive exams and help students develop a careful eye for preposition and verb usage in real sentences. Given Data / Assumptions: The full sentence is: "Considering about these facts, the principal has offered him a seat." Segment (a) is "Considering about these facts". Segment (b) is "the principal has offered". Segment (c) is "him a seat". Segment (d) is "No error", which means all parts are correct if chosen. We assume a standard modern English grammar framework used in competitive examinations in India. Concept / Approach: The phrase "considering about" is not idiomatic in standard English. The verb or participle "considering" already carries the meaning "taking into account" or "thinking about", so it does not normally need the preposition "about". Therefore, the correct expression should be "Considering these facts" or "In view of these facts". The rest of the sentence uses a present perfect form "has offered" correctly to indicate a recent action with present relevance. The object phrase "him a seat" is also grammatically acceptable. Thus the only problematic part lies in the first segment. Step-by-Step Solution: Step 1: Read the entire sentence to understand the meaning: someone has been offered a seat because of certain facts. Step 2: Examine segment (a) "Considering about these facts". Notice the combination "considering about". Step 3: Recall that "consider" and "considering" normally take a direct object, as in "consider these facts" or "considering these facts", without "about". Step 4: Recognize that "about" is redundant and makes the phrase ungrammatical in standard usage. Step 5: Check segment (b) "the principal has offered" and segment (c) "him a seat" and see that together they form a correct clause "the principal has offered him a seat". Step 6: Conclude that segment (a) is the only segment with an error, so it should be chosen as the incorrect part. Verification / Alternative check: A good way to verify is to rephrase the sentence in a fully correct form. The natural and widely accepted version is "Considering these facts, the principal has offered him a seat." If we simply remove the word "about", the sentence reads smoothly and agrees with standard grammar rules. Another alternative expression is "In view of these facts, the principal has offered him a seat." This confirms that "considering" itself already implies the idea of "about", so adding "about" again is unnecessary and incorrect in formal English. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Option (b) "the principal has offered" is correct because present perfect is appropriate for an action with relevance to the present situation. Option (c) "him a seat" correctly expresses an indirect and direct object after "offered"; "offer someone a seat" is idiomatic English. Option (d) "No error" cannot be correct because we have already identified a clear error in segment (a). Common Pitfalls: Students sometimes overlook small preposition errors because the overall meaning is clear. Phrases like "discuss about", "consider about", or "order for" feel natural to many learners but are not accepted in formal grammar. Another frequent mistake is choosing "No error" because the sentence seems understandable at first glance. For competitive exams, it is important to remember that being understandable is not enough; the sentence must follow standard rules. Carefully checking every preposition and article helps avoid such traps in error spotting questions. Final Answer: The incorrect segment is in option (a) "Considering about these facts"; the correct expression should be "Considering these facts". Therefore, the correct answer is "Considering about these facts".

Question 19

In this English grammar error spotting question, identify the part of the sentence that is grammatically incorrect in: "His friends feel that he will be suspended unless he does not report for duty immediately."

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Introduction / Context: This question checks understanding of conditional clauses and negative structures in English. The sentence is "His friends feel that he will be suspended unless he does not report for duty immediately." Learners must decide which part contains an error. Such questions highlight common mistakes involving double negatives and the correct use of "unless" and "if". Mastering these patterns is important for clear, correct expression in both spoken and written English, especially in formal and exam contexts. Given Data / Assumptions: The full sentence is: "His friends feel that he will be suspended unless he does not report for duty immediately." Segment (a) is "His friends feel that". Segment (b) is "he will be suspended". Segment (c) is "unless he does not report for duty immediately". Segment (d) is "No error". We assume typical competitive exam standards for modern English usage. Concept / Approach: The conjunction "unless" carries a negative sense. It roughly means "if not". Because "unless" already implies a negative idea, it is usually followed by an affirmative verb form. Writing "unless he does not report" creates a double negative, which changes or confuses the intended meaning. The intended sense is that he will be suspended if he fails to report for duty. Therefore, the correct form should be "unless he reports for duty immediately" or "if he does not report for duty immediately". The other segments are grammatically acceptable. Step-by-Step Solution: Step 1: Understand the intended meaning: his friends think suspension will happen if he fails to report for duty soon. Step 2: Check segment (a) "His friends feel that" and see that it is a standard reporting clause introducing an opinion. Step 3: Examine segment (b) "he will be suspended", which is a correct passive future construction. Step 4: Focus on segment (c) "unless he does not report for duty immediately". Realize that "unless" already means "if not". Step 5: Notice that "does not report" adds another negative idea, leading to a confusing double negative when combined with "unless". Step 6: Recognize that the corrected clause should be "unless he reports for duty immediately". Therefore, segment (c) is the incorrect part. Verification / Alternative check: Rewrite the sentence using "if" to test the logic. A clear version is "His friends feel that he will be suspended if he does not report for duty immediately." This sentence uses a single negative and expresses the intended meaning. Now convert this idea back using "unless": "His friends feel that he will not be suspended unless he reports for duty immediately." This check shows that the original phrase "unless he does not report" is not consistent with the correct conditional structure. Thus our identification of segment (c) as the error is confirmed. Why Other Options Are Wrong: Option (a) "His friends feel that" correctly introduces a noun clause containing their belief. Option (b) "he will be suspended" is a proper future passive form and fits the meaning. Option (d) "No error" cannot be right because there is a clear structural problem in segment (c). Common Pitfalls: Many learners combine "unless" with negative verbs, producing phrases like "unless he does not come" or "unless you do not study". These forms are confusing and not normally accepted in standard English. Another trap is reading quickly and missing the interaction between conjunctions and negatives. To avoid such mistakes, always remember that "unless" itself means "if not", so the verb after it is usually affirmative. Training yourself to expand "unless" to "if not" in your mind is a reliable way to check if the structure is correct. Final Answer: The erroneous part is in option (c) "unless he does not report for duty immediately". The correct form should be "unless he reports for duty immediately". Therefore, the correct answer is "unless he does not report for duty immediately".

Question 20

In this error spotting question on English grammar, identify the incorrect part in the sentence: "One of the most interesting feature of travel in Himachal Pradesh is is the large number of travellers lodges provided by the State Government."

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Introduction / Context: This question focuses on subject verb agreement and correct noun form in English. The sentence is "One of the most interesting feature of travel in Himachal Pradesh is is the large number of travellers lodges provided by the State Government." Even though the meaning is clear, the structure contains a grammatical problem in one segment. Learners must pay attention to patterns like "one of the" followed by a plural noun, and ensure the verb matches the real subject of the clause. Such questions train students to notice subtle but important agreement rules. Given Data / Assumptions: The sentence talks about travel in Himachal Pradesh and facilities provided by the State Government. Segment (a) is "One of the most interesting feature of travel in Himachal Pradesh is". Segment (b) is "is the large number of travellers’ lodges". Segment (c) is "provided by the State Government." Segment (d) is "No error". We assume standard written English conventions used in competitive exams. Concept / Approach: The pattern "one of the" is always followed by a plural noun, because we are selecting a single item from a group of many. Therefore, the noun after "the most interesting" should be "features" and not "feature". This makes segment (a) incorrect. The core correct structure should be "One of the most interesting features of travel in Himachal Pradesh is the large number of travellers lodges provided by the State Government." The repeated "is" between segments (a) and (b) is a formatting issue in the way the sentence was split, but the clearly tested rule involves the noun after "one of the". Step-by-Step Solution: Step 1: Identify the important pattern "one of the most interesting feature of travel in Himachal Pradesh". Step 2: Recall the rule that "one of the" must be followed by a plural noun such as "features", "students", or "books". Step 3: Notice that the sentence uses the singular noun "feature" instead of the required plural "features". Step 4: Understand that the logically correct noun phrase should be "one of the most interesting features of travel in Himachal Pradesh". Step 5: Check segments (b) and (c), which state "is the large number of travellers lodges provided by the State Government", and see that this part matches the idea of one particular interesting feature. Step 6: Conclude that segment (a) is the only part with the grammatical error under the usual exam rule being tested. Verification / Alternative check: We can rewrite the sentence in correct form to verify: "One of the most interesting features of travel in Himachal Pradesh is the large number of travellers lodges provided by the State Government." Now, read the sentence smoothly and observe that the structure sounds natural. The subject phrase "one of the most interesting features" is grammatically complete and correctly plural after "one of the". The verb "is" links this subject to the complement "the large number of travellers lodges". This confirms that the only clear grammatical problem in the original sentence lies in the use of "feature" instead of "features" in segment (a). Why Other Options Are Wrong: Option (b) "is the large number of travellers’ lodges" works as a complement to the subject and is structurally correct. Option (c) "provided by the State Government." correctly functions as a relative clause explaining who provides the lodges. Option (d) "No error" cannot be chosen because there is a clear disagreement between "one of the" and the singular noun "feature" in segment (a). Common Pitfalls: Learners often read quickly and miss the plural requirement after "one of the". They focus more on the information about lodges and the State Government and ignore the base structure of the noun phrase. Another common mistake is to get distracted by minor wording details or repeated words and to overlook the underlying rule. To avoid this, whenever you see "one of the", automatically check that the following noun is plural. Regular practice with such patterns makes it easier to catch agreement errors during exams. Final Answer: The mistake occurs in option (a) where "feature" should be "features". Therefore, the correct answer is "One of the most interesting feature of travel in Himachal Pradesh is".

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