Identify the part (A–E) that contains a grammatical error in the sentence below. If there is no error, choose option E (No error). Sentence (split into parts): A) Ketaki would have B) surely got the job C) if she would have D) attended the interview.

Difficulty: Easy

Correct Answer: option_c

Explanation:


Introduction:
This is a conditional sentence in past time. The test is about correct use of conditional perfect forms and avoidance of "would have" in the if-clause.



Given Data / Assumptions:

  • Main clause: "Ketaki would have surely got the job".
  • If-clause: "if she would have attended the interview".
  • Standard grammar for third conditional is required.



Concept / Approach:
Third conditional structure: If + past perfect, would have + past participle. The if-clause takes past perfect ("had + past participle"), not "would have".



Step-by-Step Solution:
1) Identify condition type: unreal past (missed interview, missed result).2) Correct pattern: If she had attended the interview, Ketaki would have surely got the job.3) Therefore, the error lies in part C, which wrongly uses "would have" in the if-clause.



Verification / Alternative check:
Rewrite: "Ketaki would have surely got the job if she had attended the interview." This aligns with the third conditional rule.



Why Other Options Are Wrong:
A: Acceptable start to main clause.B: Lexically acceptable "surely got the job" (informal but grammatical).D: "attended the interview" is correct participial phrase.



Common Pitfalls:
Learners often place "would have" in both clauses. Only the main clause uses "would have" in third conditional.



Final Answer:
C (Replace with "if she had")

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