Error Spotting – Choose the segment (A–D) that contains a grammatical error; select “No error” only if the entire sentence is correct. Sentence: A) Rajesh won the case as B) he argued very forcefully and C) in such the intelligent way D) that the judge changed his opinion.
Correct Answer: in such the intelligent way
Introduction / Context:This question targets the “such … that …” construction and article usage before adjectives. English requires “such an + adjective + singular count noun” or “such + adjective + plural/uncount noun”.
Given Data / Assumptions:
- Amplifier: “such … that …” linking cause to result.
- Noun phrase: “intelligent way” (singular count noun).
- Article used: “the” instead of “an”.
Concept / Approach:With a singular count noun beginning with a vowel sound (“intelligent way”), use “such an intelligent way”. The determiner “the” disrupts the fixed pattern and is semantically off here.
Step-by-Step Solution:1) Recognize the correlative “such … that …”.2) Ensure article correctness: “such an intelligent way”.3) Correct sentence: “Rajesh won the case, as he argued very forcefully and in such an intelligent way that the judge changed his opinion.”4) Therefore, C is the error segment.
Verification / Alternative check:Compare: “such a clever method”, “such an effective strategy” — same pattern applies.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
- A, B, D: All parts are fine once C is fixed; punctuation before “as” is optional stylistically.
Common Pitfalls:Confusing “such … that …” with “so … that …”; misusing articles with vowel sounds.
Final Answer:Option C