Difficulty: Easy
Correct Answer: Gentalman
Explanation:
Introduction / Context:Vowel swaps in common nouns are frequent distractors. Meanwhile, British vs. American variants (criticise/criticize) are both accepted depending on dialect. Your job is to locate the genuinely wrong form, not a dialectal variant.
Given Data / Assumptions:
Concept / Approach:“Gentleman” spells the first syllable “gen-tle-,” not “gen-ta-.” The erroneous “Gentalman” replaces “le” with “al.” Evaluate the others for dialect: “criticise” with s is fine in British/Indian English.
Step-by-Step Solution:
Confirm target noun: gentleman.Check syllables: gen / tle / man → “le,” not “al.”Accept “criticise” as a valid British form.Mark A as the misspelling.Verification / Alternative check:Dictionary entries show “gentleman” only; no recognized spelling “gentalman.”
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
Common Pitfalls:Flagging correct British forms as wrong due to U.S. exposure. Exams in India commonly accept “criticise,” “realise,” etc.
Final Answer:Gentalman
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