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Fill in the blank with an appropriate modal:
If only they ____ keep quiet for a moment.
  • a)
    can
  • b)
    will
  • c)
    shall
  • d)
    would
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Devika Basak answered
Explanation:

Modal verbs are used to express ability, permission, possibility, or obligation. In this sentence, the speaker wishes that someone would keep quiet for a moment. The appropriate modal verb to express this wish is "would."

Explanation in points:

- The sentence expresses a wish for someone to keep quiet for a moment.
- Modal verbs are used to express ability, permission, possibility, or obligation.
- The appropriate modal verb to express this wish is "would."
- Therefore, the correct answer is option 'D' - would.

Fill in the blank with a suitable verb.
Some people ______ very good at Maths.
  • a)
    is
  • b)
    am
  • c)
    are
  • d)
    do
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Shubham Gupta answered
Explanation:
The correct answer is option 'c' - are.

In the given sentence, we are talking about "some people" who are good at Maths. The subject "some people" is plural, referring to more than one person. Therefore, we need to use a plural verb form to agree with the subject.

Subject-Verb Agreement:
Subject-verb agreement means that the verb used in a sentence should agree in number with the subject. In simple terms, if the subject is singular, the verb should also be singular. If the subject is plural, the verb should also be plural.

In the given sentence, the subject "some people" is plural, so we need to use the plural form of the verb.

- Option 'a' - is: The verb "is" is singular and does not agree with the plural subject "some people," so it is incorrect.
- Option 'b' - am: The verb "am" is the first-person singular form and cannot be used with the subject "some people," so it is incorrect.
- Option 'd' - do: The verb "do" is the plural form, but it does not correctly match the subject "some people," so it is incorrect.

Correct Answer:
The correct answer is option 'c' - are. The verb "are" is the plural form of the verb "be" and correctly matches the subject "some people."

Fill in the blank with a suitable modal. 
_____ God give you courage to face it!
  • a)
    Can
  • b)
    May
  • c)
    Will
  • d)
    Might
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Mehul Sharma answered
Modal Verb 'May'

  • The modal verb 'may' is used to express permission or possibility.

  • In the given sentence, 'May' is the most suitable modal verb because it expresses the hope or wish that God grants the listener the courage to face the situation.

  • The speaker is not asking if God has the ability to grant courage ('can'), if it is definite that God will grant courage ('will'), or if there is a slight chance God will grant courage ('might'). The speaker is expressing a hope or wish for the listener.

  • Therefore, the correct answer is option 'B' - May God give you courage to face it!

Fill in the blank with the appropriate modal verb.
Shopkeeper : ____ I help you?
  • a)
    Shall
  • b)
    Could
  • c)
    May
  • d)
    Might
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Sarita Singh answered
Here, the shopkeeper is asking for permission to be able to help the subject. The correct modal verb used for taking permission politely is option C) May.
'Can' is used to show ability, so it is incorrect here. 'Could' is used to express past ability or a possibility, while 'Might' is used to express slight possibility.

Fill in the blank with a suitable verb:
Mathematics _____ my favourite subject.
  • a)
    is
  • b)
    are
  • c)
    were
  • d)
    been
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Understanding the Sentence Structure
In the sentence "Mathematics _____ my favourite subject," we need to fill in the blank with a verb that correctly completes the thought expressed in the sentence. The options provided are "is," "are," "were," and "been."
Analyzing the Subject
- "Mathematics" is a singular noun, even though it refers to a collection of concepts.
- In English grammar, the subject-verb agreement is crucial. A singular subject requires a singular verb.
Choosing the Correct Verb
- Option a) is: This is the correct answer. "Mathematics is my favourite subject" correctly uses the singular verb "is" to match the singular noun "Mathematics."
- Option b) are: This is incorrect because "are" is a plural verb and does not agree with the singular noun.
- Option c) were: This is also incorrect. "Were" is the past tense plural form and does not fit the present context of expressing a current favorite subject.
- Option d) been: This is the past participle form and does not function as a main verb in this context.
Conclusion
Thus, the correct answer is option 'A': "Mathematics is my favourite subject." This choice maintains grammatical accuracy and aligns with the singular nature of the subject. Understanding subject-verb agreement is essential for constructing clear and correct sentences.

Fill in the blank with suitable modal.
I ____ like you to do as I tell you.
  • a)
    would
  • b)
    could
  • c)
    can
  • d)
    must
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Parth Das answered


Explanation:

Modal verb 'would' for polite requests:
- In this sentence, the modal verb 'would' is used to make a polite request or suggestion.
- When asking someone to do something in a polite manner, we can use 'would' to make the request sound more courteous.
- Therefore, the correct modal verb to fill in the blank is 'would' in this context.

Incorrect options:
- 'Could' is also a modal verb used for making requests, but 'would' is more suitable in this sentence for politeness.
- 'Can' is used for expressing ability or permission, not for making requests.
- 'Must' is used to show necessity or obligation, which does not fit the context of this sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 'A) would'.

In the following sentence supply a verb in agreement with its subject.
The Three Musketeers _____ written by Dumas.
  • a)
    Been
  • b)
    Are
  • c)
    Were
  • d)
    Was
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Shruti Singh answered
Understanding Subject-Verb Agreement
In English grammar, subject-verb agreement is crucial for constructing correct sentences. The verb must match the subject in both number (singular or plural) and tense.
Analyzing the Sentence
The sentence in question is: "The Three Musketeers _____ written by Dumas."
- Subject: "The Three Musketeers"
- This is a plural subject because it refers to three characters.
- Verb Options:
- a) Been
- b) Are
- c) Were
- d) Was
Determining the Correct Verb
To find the right verb, consider the following:
- Tense: The sentence refers to a completed action in the past (the book was written).
- Plurality: Since "The Three Musketeers" is plural, the verb must also be in a form that agrees with a plural subject.
Evaluating the Options
- Option a (Been): This is not a standalone verb and does not fit the sentence structure.
- Option b (Are): This is present tense, which does not match the context of a completed action.
- Option c (Were): This is past tense and agrees with the plural subject. However, it suggests a different structure (e.g., "The Three Musketeers were written...").
- Option d (Was): This is singular and does not agree with the plural subject.
Conclusion
The correct answer is actually "were" (option c) to maintain proper subject-verb agreement. The complete sentence should read: "The Three Musketeers were written by Dumas."
Ensure you always check both the number and tense when selecting verbs to maintain agreement with the subject!

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate option.
The soup ___ good.
  • a)
    taste
  • b)
    tastes
  • c)
    is tasting
  • d)
    none of these
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Sarita Singh answered
Soup is a singular noun. Thus, it will take the singular verb form.
"Taste" in option A is the plural form of the verb and is incorrect.
"Tastes" in option B is the singular form of the verb and is in subject verb agreement. Thus, this is correct.
"Is tasting" is the present continuous tense form of the verb. The context refers to a general truth, so simple present verb will be used.
As option B is correct, "none of these" in option D is void.

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.
_____ God bless you!
  • a)
    Must
  • b)
    Can
  • c)
    May
  • d)
    Would
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Sarita Singh answered
Modal Verbs show us the attitude of the speaker to what is being said or done. The term "modal" means expressing mood and mood is a way to express the attitude of the speaker.
The given sentence is an exclamatory sentence and generally the modal verb "may" is used in case of wishing someone or hoping something for someone. Therefore option C is the correct answer.
Whereas option A suggests what is to be done; option B suggests ability; and option D suggests something that may happen in future.

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate words with the help of the hint in the brackets:
"You _____ try once again." (suggestion)
  • a)
    Would
  • b)
    Could
  • c)
    Shall
  • d)
    Should
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Coders Trust answered
Option a) would is used to show a wish, a preference or advice.
Option B) could is used to show a possibility, past ability, permission or request.
Option C) shall is used to give an obligation formally.
Option D) should is used to give an opinion, to make a suggestion, express a preference or an idea.
So, from the given sentence, option D) should fits correctly and meaningfully and hence, is the correct answer.

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate option.
She ____ worried about something.
  • a)
    looks
  • b)
    looking
  • c)
    look
  • d)
    none of these
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Explanation:

The given sentence is in the present tense, and the subject is 'she'. We need to choose the correct form of the verb 'look' to complete the sentence.

The correct answer is option 'A' - looks.

Here's why:

Subject-Verb Agreement:
In English grammar, the subject and verb in a sentence must agree in number and person. In this sentence, the subject 'she' is a third-person singular pronoun. Therefore, we need to use the third-person singular form of the verb 'look', which is 'looks'.

Present Simple Tense:
The sentence is also in the present simple tense, which is used to describe actions that are habitual, routine, or currently happening. The correct form of the verb 'look' for the present simple tense is 'looks'.

Hence, the correct sentence is "She looks worried about something."

Fill in the blank with the appropriate word from those given in the options.
Children _______ obey their teachers.
  • a)
    Should
  • b)
    Would
  • c)
    May
  • d)
    Ought
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Sarita Singh answered
The sentence talks about how children have to obey their teachers. This is a rule they must follow. In this context, the word 'obey' is the best word to fill in the blank. This is because it indicates a compulsory action that must be performed by the children. Option D) ought is incorrect in the given sentence because it has to be followed by 'to.' Option B) and C) are eliminated because of the above given explanation. So, the option that completes the sentence correctly is option A) should. Another word that would have completed the sentence correctly is 'must' but it is not included in the options.

In the following sentence supply a verb in agreement with its subject:
Ninety rupees _____ too much for this bag.
  • a)
    is
  • b)
    are
  • c)
    were
  • d)
    be
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Sarita Singh answered
When we refer to a specific amount of money as a whole (example 90 rupees), we still use the singular form of the verb, even though the currency is a plural word (rupees). If we talk about each rupee separately, however, then we use the plural verb form. So, the most appropriate answer is option A) is. Options B) and C) are plural verbs so are incorrect. Option D) is grammatically incorrect for the sentence given.

Fill in the blank with a suitable verb:
Mathematics _____ my favorite subject.
  • a)
    have
  • b)
    are
  • c)
    is
  • d)
    were
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Sarita Singh answered
in this sentence we would be understanding the agreement of verb with subject. In this case, although the noun sounds plural, "mathematics" is singular in meaning. Some nouns which are plural in  form but singular in meaning, take a singular verb. 
"Is" is a singular verb. It is the right option. 
"were" and "are" are plural verbs. 
"have" is the root VERB and is generally used alongside the PRONOUNS I / You / We / Ye and They and PLURAL NOUNS. It is the wrong option
Option C is correct. 

Select suitable option:
I ________ (do) mind eating in fast food restaurants on weekends.
  • a)
    do
  • b)
    don't
  • c)
    does
  • d)
    doesn't
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Priya Pillai answered
Understanding the Sentence Structure
In the sentence "I ________ (do) mind eating in fast food restaurants on weekends," we need to fill in the blank with the correct form of the verb "do."
Choosing the Right Option
- The subject of the sentence is "I."
- The phrase "I mind" means that the speaker has a negative feeling or discomfort about something.
- To express a negative, we use "do not" (contracted as "don't") with the subject "I."
Analysis of Options
- Option a) do: This is incorrect because it doesn't convey a negative meaning; it would imply the speaker does mind eating at fast food restaurants.
- Option b) don't: This is the correct answer. "I don't mind" means the speaker is okay with eating in fast food restaurants on weekends.
- Option c) does: This is incorrect because "does" is used with third-person singular subjects like "he," "she," or "it," not with "I."
- Option d) doesn't: This is also incorrect for the same reason as option c; "doesn't" is used with third-person subjects.
Conclusion
The correct completion is "I don't mind eating in fast food restaurants on weekends," indicating that the speaker is comfortable with this activity. Thus, option 'B' is the right choice.

Choose the word or phrase that best completes the sentence.
What do you think_______me? 
  • a)
    Told
  • b)
    They told
  • c)
    Didn't tell
  • d)
    Did he tell
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Rounak Patel answered
They told

Explanation:
- The sentence structure is in the form of a question, "What do you think ______ me?"
- The word "think" indicates that someone else has expressed an opinion or shared information.
- In this context, the most suitable option to complete the sentence would be "They told me."
- This option implies that someone has shared something about the speaker, which leads to the question "What do you think they told me?"

Choose the option that best corrects the transitive and intransitive verbs at the underlined point:
Our teachers ___ from Europe. [Basic]
  • a)
    is
  • b)
    are
  • c)
    was
  • d)
    am
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Kunal Ghosh answered
Explanation:
  • Subject-Verb Agreement: In this sentence, the subject "Our teachers" is plural, so the correct verb form to use is "are" which agrees with a plural subject.

Select suitable option:
He _______ have interest in football.
  • a)
    do
  • b)
    does 
  • c)
    don't
  • d)
    doesn't
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Saikat Mehta answered
Answer:

To determine the correct option, we need to understand the subject-verb agreement in the given sentence.

Subject-Verb Agreement:
In English grammar, the subject and verb must agree with each other in number. In other words, if the subject is singular, the verb should also be singular, and if the subject is plural, the verb should also be plural.

In the given sentence, the subject is "He" which is a singular pronoun. Therefore, the correct verb form should be singular.

Options Explanation:
a) do - This is incorrect because "do" is used with plural subjects, but the subject here is singular.

b) does - This is the correct option. "Does" is the singular form of the verb "do" and is used for singular subjects.

c) dont - This is incorrect because "dont" is a contraction of "do not" which is used with plural subjects, but the subject here is singular.

d) doesnt - This is the correct option. "Doesnt" is the contraction of "does not" which is used with singular subjects.

Conclusion:
The correct option is "d) doesnt" because it agrees with the singular subject "He" in the given sentence.

Choose the option that best fills in the blank:
What is dreamed of ___ not castles and palaces, but houses near the sea.
  • a)
    are
  • b)
    is
  • c)
    am
  • d)
    was
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

The correct answer is b) are. The sentence refers to "houses near the sea," which is plural, so the verb "are" is needed. The complete sentence is:
What is dreamed of are not castles and palaces, but houses near the sea.

Fill in the blank with a suitable modal verb:
_____ you, please, stop talking?
  • a)
    Might
  • b)
    Should
  • c)
    Dare
  • d)
    Will
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Debolina Shah answered


Modal Verb 'Will' Explanation:

Explanation:
- The appropriate modal verb to use in this sentence is 'will'.
- When asking someone to stop doing something politely or making a polite request, 'will' is often used.
- In this context, the speaker is politely asking the person to stop talking, so 'will' is the most suitable modal verb to use.

Usage of 'Will' as a Modal Verb:
- 'Will' is commonly used for making polite requests or giving polite instructions.
- It is used to ask someone to do something in a polite manner.
- In this case, the sentence is a polite request for the person to stop talking.

Examples:
- "Will you please close the door?"
- "Will you kindly pass the salt?"
- "Will you please turn off the lights?"

Conclusion:
- In the given sentence, the modal verb 'will' is the most appropriate choice to politely ask someone to stop talking.

Choose the option that best corrects the underlined word.
None of the cats is eating their food today. [Intermediate]
  • a)
    was
  • b)
    are
  • c)
    has been
  • d)
    no change
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Sarita Singh answered
When 'none' is followed by 'of', look at the noun in the of-phrase (object of the preposition). If the object of the preposition is singular, use a singular verb. If the object of the preposition is plural, use a plural verb.
According to the stated rule, option B is the correct answer because the object of the preposition, 'cats', is plural and the plural verb 'are' is to be used for the sentence to be grammatically correct.  
Options A, C and D are incorrect because 'was', 'has been' and 'is' are singular verbs. Since the object of the preposition is plural, none of these verbs can be used with it. 

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate option.
The Headmaster ___ to speak to you.
  • a)
    wants
  • b)
    is wanting
  • c)
    was wanting
  • d)
    none of these
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Sarita Singh answered
The sentence is in simple present tense as it indicates an action that is a part of a plan or arrangement. 
"Wants" in option A is correct as it is third person present participle of the singular verb. This is in subject verb agreement with the singular subject 'headmaster'. 
"Is wanting" is an adjective that indicates lacking. This is not required here.
"Was wanting" is incorrect as it indicates the past participle of the adjective and indicates lack in something in the past.
As option A is correct, option D 'none of these' is void.

Fill in the blank with the appropriate word:
You _____ not hurry, there is plenty of time.
  • a)
    could
  • b)
    would
  • c)
    need
  • d)
    dare
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Coders Trust answered
The sentence expresses that hurrying is not necessary. For such cases, we use “need not”.
So, the complete sentence is:
You need not hurry, there is plenty of time.

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