English grammar – Spot the error (choose the part with an error or “No error”). Sentence: In spite of the difficulties / on the way / they enjoyed their / trip to Gangothri.
Verbal Ability
Spotting Errors
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
Answer
Correct Answer: No error.
Explanation
Introduction / Context:The sentence uses a concessive prepositional phrase and a simple past main clause. The purpose is to test whether the concessive connector, agreement, and idiom are correctly used.
Given Data / Assumptions:
- Concessive phrase: “In spite of the difficulties”.
- Locative adverbial: “on the way”.
- Main clause: “they enjoyed their trip to Gangothri.”
Concept / Approach:“In spite of” must take a noun phrase object, which it does: “the difficulties.” The remainder of the sentence is a straightforward declaration in past tense with correct subject–verb agreement and idiomatic expressions (“enjoyed their trip”).
Step-by-Step Solution:
Check connector: “In spite of” + NP is correct.Check modifiers: “on the way” is a valid adverbial phrase.Check main clause: “they enjoyed their trip …” is perfectly grammatical.Verification / Alternative check:
An alternative is “Despite the difficulties on the way, they enjoyed their trip to Gangotri.” Both versions are acceptable; spelling of the place name may vary.Why Other Options Are Wrong:
No option contains a grammatical error; thus “No error.” is the correct choice.Common Pitfalls:
Confusing “in spite of” with the conjunct “despite of” (incorrect); overcorrecting the perfectly fine structure.Final Answer:No error.