English grammar – Spot the error (choose the part with an error or “No error”). Sentence: We have keep / our promise and / you can expect / a lot from us in future.

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Solve this multiple-choice question and choose the correct option.

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Introduction / Context:This question checks auxiliary–verb combination and perfect aspect formation. The sentence also contains a time phrase that is acceptable but often improved in formal English. Given Data / Assumptions: The intended tense is present perfect or a promise; after “have,” a past participle is required. “In future” is understood in Indian English; “in the future” is more idiomatic internationally, but not the key error here. Concept / Approach:Combine auxiliary “have” with the past participle “kept” to form present perfect. Therefore Part A is incorrect as it uses the base form “keep.” Step-by-Step Solution: A: “We have keep” — wrong; should be “We have kept.”B: “our promise and” — correct connective phrase.C: “you can expect” — correct modal construction.D: “a lot from us in future.” — acceptable; can be improved to “in the future.” Verification / Alternative check: Revised: “We have kept our promise and you can expect a lot from us in the future.” Why Other Options Are Wrong: Only A violates the auxiliary + participle rule; B–D are grammatically sound within exam norms. Common Pitfalls: Using base form after “have/has”; overlooking article usage in time phrases. Final Answer:We have keep

English grammar – Spot the error (choose the part with an error or “No error”). Sentence: We have keep / our promise and / you can expect / a lot from us in future.

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