Find the part containing the error; choose ‘‘No error’’ if the sentence is correct. Sentence: His speech was judged by many as one of the most important speech given in the function.
Correct Answer: as one of the most important speech
Introduction / Context:Here the test is on number agreement after the quantifier ‘‘one of the …’’ which must be followed by a plural noun. This is a very common exam pattern.
Given Data / Assumptions:
- Determiner phrase: ‘‘one of the …’’
- Noun used: ‘‘speech’’ (singular) after ‘‘one of the most important’’
- Setting: a function where speeches were delivered
Concept / Approach:When a noun phrase begins with ‘‘one of the,’’ the head countable noun that follows must be plural: ‘‘one of the best speeches,’’ ‘‘one of the finest books.’’ The verb earlier in the sentence relates to ‘‘His speech’’ and is correct; the error is purely in noun number after the quantifier.
Step-by-Step Solution:Locate the quantifier: ‘‘one of the …’’Ensure plural noun form after it: change ‘‘speech’’ → ‘‘speeches.’’Corrected segment: ‘‘as one of the most important speeches …’’
Verification / Alternative check:Paraphrase: Many people judged his speech to be among the most important speeches at the function. ‘‘Among’’ similarly requires a plural set, reinforcing the need for ‘‘speeches.’’
Why Other Options Are Wrong:A is fine; B is a proper passive agent phrase; D correctly adds a reduced relative clause ‘‘given …’’ modifying ‘‘speeches.’’ Only C misuses singular after ‘‘one of the.’’
Common Pitfalls:Forgetting the plural after ‘‘one of the …’’; trying to force agreement with the earlier ‘‘His speech’’ and accidentally making the set noun singular.
Final Answer:as one of the most important speech