English Grammar – Spot the error (choose the erroneous segment or ‘‘No error’’). Sentence: It seems evidents to me that the visits they made to the island were not very frequent.

Difficulty: Easy

Correct Answer: It seems evidents

Explanation:


Introduction / Context:
The item tests correct adjective form and number. “Evident” is an adjective; “evidence” is a noun. “Evidents” is not a valid form. Precision with parts of speech is central to error-spotting.



Given Data / Assumptions:

  • Main clause opener: “It seems …”.
  • Intended meaning: “It seems evident to me that …”.
  • Plural-sounding “evidents” appears as a malformed adjective.


Concept / Approach:
Use “evident” (adjective) to modify or complete “seems.” Do not pluralize adjectives in English. If a noun is needed, use “evidence,” but then the structure would change (e.g., “There is evidence that …”).



Step-by-Step Solution:

Replace malformed word: “evidents” → “evident”.Keep remainder intact: “… to me that the visits … were not very frequent.”Correct sentence: “It seems evident to me that the visits they made to the island were not very frequent.”


Verification / Alternative check:
Paraphrase: “Apparently, the visits … were not frequent.” The adjective slot after “seems” fits “evident,” not a noun or a pluralized form.



Why Other Options Are Wrong:

  • B, C, D: Grammatically sound as written.
  • E: Not acceptable since A contains a clear error.


Common Pitfalls:
Confusing adjective–noun pairs (evident/evidence); incorrectly pluralizing adjectives.



Final Answer:
It seems evidents

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