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Directions: Which of the following phrases I, II and III given below the sentence should replace the phrase printed in underline to make the sentence grammatically correct? Choose the best option from the given alternatives that will reflect the correct use of grammar and context.Q. The OTT wave gave the entertainment industry a farther moment by offering on-demand content, based on individual preferences.
I. a further moment
II. a further momentum
III. a farther momentum- a)Only I
- b)Both I and II
- c)Both II and III
- d)Only II
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Directions: Which of the following phrases I, II and III given below the sentence should replace the phrase printed in underline to make the sentence grammatically correct? Choose the best option from the given alternatives that will reflect the correct use of grammar and context.
Q. The OTT wave gave the entertainment industry a farther moment by offering on-demand content, based on individual preferences.
I. a further moment
II. a further momentum
III. a farther momentum
I. a further moment
II. a further momentum
III. a farther momentum
a)
Only I
b)
Both I and II
c)
Both II and III
d)
Only II
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Malavika Rane answered |
Explanation:
The given sentence is:
"The OTT wave gave the entertainment industry a farther moment by offering on-demand content, based on individual preferences."
The underlined phrase "farther moment" is incorrect in terms of grammar and context. We need to replace it with the correct phrase.
I. a further moment
II. a further momentum
III. a farther moment
Option I: "a further moment"
- This option suggests replacing the incorrect phrase with "a further moment."
- "Further" is used to indicate additional or more of something.
- In the context of the sentence, "a further moment" doesn't make sense. We cannot have multiple moments or instances in this context.
- Therefore, option I is incorrect.
Option II: "a further momentum"
- This option suggests replacing the incorrect phrase with "a further momentum."
- "Momentum" refers to the force or speed of movement.
- In the context of the sentence, "a further momentum" doesn't fit grammatically or contextually. We are not discussing the force or speed of movement here.
- Therefore, option II is incorrect.
Option III: "a farther momenta"
- This option suggests replacing the incorrect phrase with "a farther moment."
- "Farther" means at a greater distance or more remote in time or space.
- In the context of the sentence, "a farther moment" makes sense. It suggests that the OTT wave gave the entertainment industry a moment that was more remote or distant in time or space.
- Therefore, option III is correct.
Conclusion:
Based on the explanation above, option III is the correct answer as it provides the grammatically and contextually appropriate phrase to replace the underlined phrase in the sentence.
The given sentence is:
"The OTT wave gave the entertainment industry a farther moment by offering on-demand content, based on individual preferences."
The underlined phrase "farther moment" is incorrect in terms of grammar and context. We need to replace it with the correct phrase.
I. a further moment
II. a further momentum
III. a farther moment
Option I: "a further moment"
- This option suggests replacing the incorrect phrase with "a further moment."
- "Further" is used to indicate additional or more of something.
- In the context of the sentence, "a further moment" doesn't make sense. We cannot have multiple moments or instances in this context.
- Therefore, option I is incorrect.
Option II: "a further momentum"
- This option suggests replacing the incorrect phrase with "a further momentum."
- "Momentum" refers to the force or speed of movement.
- In the context of the sentence, "a further momentum" doesn't fit grammatically or contextually. We are not discussing the force or speed of movement here.
- Therefore, option II is incorrect.
Option III: "a farther momenta"
- This option suggests replacing the incorrect phrase with "a farther moment."
- "Farther" means at a greater distance or more remote in time or space.
- In the context of the sentence, "a farther moment" makes sense. It suggests that the OTT wave gave the entertainment industry a moment that was more remote or distant in time or space.
- Therefore, option III is correct.
Conclusion:
Based on the explanation above, option III is the correct answer as it provides the grammatically and contextually appropriate phrase to replace the underlined phrase in the sentence.
Directions: Which of the following phrases I, II and III given below the sentence should replace the phrase printed in underline letters to make the sentence grammatically correct? Choose the best option from the given alternatives that will reflect the correct use of grammar and context.Q. Pandya’s on- and off-the-field demeanour when leading the Titans has impressed Vaughan.
I. off leading
II. while leading
III. into leading- a)Both II and III
- b)Both I and II
- c)Only III
- d)Only II
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Directions: Which of the following phrases I, II and III given below the sentence should replace the phrase printed in underline letters to make the sentence grammatically correct? Choose the best option from the given alternatives that will reflect the correct use of grammar and context.
Q. Pandya’s on- and off-the-field demeanour when leading the Titans has impressed Vaughan.
I. off leading
II. while leading
III. into leading
I. off leading
II. while leading
III. into leading
a)
Both II and III
b)
Both I and II
c)
Only III
d)
Only II
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Bayshore Academy answered |
There is an error in the underline part of the statement. The sentence implies that Vaughan was impressed with the captaincy of Pandya during the time he was leading the Titans. So, ‘while’ should be used in place of ‘of’.
Among the given replacements, I is not grammatically correct whereas III can also be ruled out because of the same reason. Only II is there that fits perfectly in the given context.
This makes option D the correct choice among the given options.
Among the given replacements, I is not grammatically correct whereas III can also be ruled out because of the same reason. Only II is there that fits perfectly in the given context.
This makes option D the correct choice among the given options.
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct.Q. Hubert decided to call off the famous film star because the latter had insulted his wife.- a)call back
- b)call out
- c)call in
- d)call down
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct.
Q. Hubert decided to call off the famous film star because the latter had insulted his wife.
a)
call back
b)
call out
c)
call in
d)
call down
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T.S Academy answered |
The phrasal verb ‘call off’ means ‘to cancel’ something. This does not make sense here. The sentence implies that Hubert decided to condemn the film star due to his bad behaviour with his wife. So, in this case ‘call down’ is the most suitable usage.
Call down: to censure, condemn, criticize, reprimand, scold someone.
Correct sentence:
Hubert decided to call down the famous film star because the latter had insulted his wife.
Hence, the correct answer is option D.
Call down: to censure, condemn, criticize, reprimand, scold someone.
Correct sentence:
Hubert decided to call down the famous film star because the latter had insulted his wife.
Hence, the correct answer is option D.
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct.Q. We can get away with four computers at the moment, but we'll need a couple more when the new staffs arrive.- a)get off
- b)get along
- c)get by
- d)get on
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct.
Q. We can get away with four computers at the moment, but we'll need a couple more when the new staffs arrive.
a)
get off
b)
get along
c)
get by
d)
get on
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T.S Academy answered |
The phrasal verb ‘get away’ means ‘to escape’. It does not fit in the given context as the sentence implies that they can manage with four computers at the moment but with new staffs arriving, they will need some more. So, ‘get by’ will be the suitable choice in the emboldened part.
Get by: manage with difficulty to live or accomplish something.
Correct sentence:
We can get by with four computers at the moment, but we'll need a couple more when the new staffs arrive.
Hence, the correct answer is option C.
We can get by with four computers at the moment, but we'll need a couple more when the new staffs arrive.
Hence, the correct answer is option C.
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct.Q. I had a brief look into the report before the meeting.- a)look in
- b)look on
- c)look through
- d)look over
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct.
Q. I had a brief look into the report before the meeting.
a)
look in
b)
look on
c)
look through
d)
look over
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T.S Academy answered |
The sentence is erroneous due to the use of the phrasal verb ‘look into’ which means ‘investigate something’. But, the sentence implies that the person read the report quickly before going into the meeting. Thus, only the phrasal verb ‘look through’ fits in the underline part appropriately.
Look through: quickly read through a book or other written material.
Look through: quickly read through a book or other written material.
Correct sentence:
I had a brief look through the report before the meeting.
Hence, the correct answer is option C.
I had a brief look through the report before the meeting.
Hence, the correct answer is option C.
Directions: In the question given below, a part of the sentence is given in underline. It is then followed by three options. Find the alternative that can replace the given underline part to make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct.Q. India is also a coalition of peoples that is diversified in terms of their histories and culture.
I. that are diverse
II. that is diverse
III. that are diversified- a)Only I
- b)Only II
- c)Only I and III
- d)Only II and III
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Directions: In the question given below, a part of the sentence is given in underline. It is then followed by three options. Find the alternative that can replace the given underline part to make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct.
Q. India is also a coalition of peoples that is diversified in terms of their histories and culture.
I. that are diverse
II. that is diverse
III. that are diversified
I. that are diverse
II. that is diverse
III. that are diversified
a)
Only I
b)
Only II
c)
Only I and III
d)
Only II and III
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Bayshore Academy answered |
The underline part of the sentence is incorrect due to the use of singular verb ‘is’ and the incorrect usage of past participle ‘diversified’. As, the sentence talks about ‘peoples’, so the following verb must be ‘are’. 'Diversified' means 'split into many parts'. (The company is diversified. They own restaurants, hotels and hospitals). 'Diverse' compares things that have a basic similarity but are also different from each other.
Correct sentence:
India is a coalition of peoples that are diverse in terms of their histories and culture.
Hence, the correct answer is option A.
India is a coalition of peoples that are diverse in terms of their histories and culture.
Hence, the correct answer is option A.
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct.Q. The owner of the flat above has had several sales fall apart due to the cost of rectifying frost damaged brickwork.- a)fall through
- b)fall away
- c)fall about
- d)fall in
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct.
Q. The owner of the flat above has had several sales fall apart due to the cost of rectifying frost damaged brickwork.
a)
fall through
b)
fall away
c)
fall about
d)
fall in
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EduRev SSC CGL answered |
The sentence is erroneous because the phrasal verb ‘fall apart’ which means ‘to break up, come apart, or disintegrate’ does not make any sense here. The sentence implies that several sales failed or did not happen because of the cost of rectifying frost damaged brickwork. So, in this case ‘fall through’ is the most suitable choice for the underline part of the sentence.
Fall through: come to nothing; fail; doesn’t happen.
Fall through: come to nothing; fail; doesn’t happen.
Correct sentence:
The owner of the flat above has had several sales fall through due to the cost of rectifying frost damaged brickwork.
Hence, the correct answer is option A.
The owner of the flat above has had several sales fall through due to the cost of rectifying frost damaged brickwork.
Hence, the correct answer is option A.
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct.Q. Banks are doing what they can to persuade corporate treasurers not to draw up credit facilities unless they have to.- a)draw back
- b)draw down
- c)draw on
- d)draw in
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct.
Q. Banks are doing what they can to persuade corporate treasurers not to draw up credit facilities unless they have to.
a)
draw back
b)
draw down
c)
draw on
d)
draw in
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Glance Learning Institute answered |
The phrasal verb ‘draw up’ which means ‘to write (contract, agreement, document)’ is incorrectly used in the sentence as it implies to say that the banks tried to persuade corporate treasurers not to withdraw money from credit facilities unless they have to. Therefore, the correct phrase would be ‘draw down’.
Draw down: withdraw money from a fund or loan facility.
Correct sentence:
Banks are doing what they can to persuade corporate treasurers not to draw down credit facilities unless they have to.
Hence, the correct answer is option B.
Banks are doing what they can to persuade corporate treasurers not to draw down credit facilities unless they have to.
Hence, the correct answer is option B.
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct.Q. The shortage of good stock has kept some investors do away with the stock exchange.- a)Away with
- b)Away from
- c)Walking away
- d)Pass away
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct.
Q. The shortage of good stock has kept some investors do away with the stock exchange.
a)
Away with
b)
Away from
c)
Walking away
d)
Pass away
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Bayshore Academy answered |
The phrasal verb ‘do away with’ means ‘to remove completely or put an end to’. The sentence implies that investors tried to avoid the stock exchange because of the ‘shortage of good stock’ which made them nervous.
Away from: to try to avoid (something) because of nervousness, fear, dislike, etc.
Correct sentence:
The shortage of good stock has kept some investors away from the stock exchange.
Hence, the correct answer is option B.
Away from: to try to avoid (something) because of nervousness, fear, dislike, etc.
Correct sentence:
The shortage of good stock has kept some investors away from the stock exchange.
Hence, the correct answer is option B.
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct.Q. Whatever happened to him over the past few days, he was no longer willing to walk away or back on to.- a)back down
- b)back away
- c)back up
- d)back off
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct.
Q. Whatever happened to him over the past few days, he was no longer willing to walk away or back on to.
a)
back down
b)
back away
c)
back up
d)
back off
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T.S Academy answered |
The phrasal verb ‘back on to’ means ‘(of a building or other structure) have its back facing or adjacent to something’. It does not make any sense in the given context of the sentence. The use of phrasal verb ‘walk away' which means ‘withdraw from a situation in which one is involved or for which one is responsible’ indicates that the person was unwilling to withdraw from the situation he was in. Hence, ‘back down’ should be the correct usage in this case.
Back down: to withdraw, concede defeat.
Correct sentence:
Whatever happened to him over the past few days, he was no longer willing to walk away or back down.
Hence, the correct answer is option A.
Whatever happened to him over the past few days, he was no longer willing to walk away or back down.
Hence, the correct answer is option A.
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct. Q. The people who comprised the Plymouth Colony were a group of English Protestants who wanted to break up from the Church of England.- a)break off
- b)break out
- c)break away
- d)break into
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct.
Q. The people who comprised the Plymouth Colony were a group of English Protestants who wanted to break up from the Church of England.
a)
break off
b)
break out
c)
break away
d)
break into
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Iq Funda answered |
The phrasal verb ‘break up’ means ‘to come to an end (marriage, relationship)’. But the sentence implies that the people of the Plymouth Colony did not want to be a part of the Church of England. Thus, ‘break away’ should be used in this case.
Break away: escape from the control of a person, group, or practice; to stop being part of a group because of disagreement with the people in the group.
Break away: escape from the control of a person, group, or practice; to stop being part of a group because of disagreement with the people in the group.
Correct sentence:
The people who comprised the Plymouth Colony were a group of English Protestants who wanted to break away from the Church of England.
Hence, the correct answer is option C.
The people who comprised the Plymouth Colony were a group of English Protestants who wanted to break away from the Church of England.
Hence, the correct answer is option C.
Directions: Which of the following phrases I, II and III given below the sentence should replace the phrase printed in underline to make the sentence grammatically correct? Choose the best option from the given alternatives that will reflect the correct use of grammar and context.Q. With the novel era and transformation of digitalization, life has become now convenient.
I. now became convenient.
II. now become convenient.
III. become convenience now.- a)Both I and III
- b)Only II
- c)Both I and II
- d)Only I
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Directions: Which of the following phrases I, II and III given below the sentence should replace the phrase printed in underline to make the sentence grammatically correct? Choose the best option from the given alternatives that will reflect the correct use of grammar and context.
Q. With the novel era and transformation of digitalization, life has become now convenient.
I. now became convenient.
II. now become convenient.
III. become convenience now.
I. now became convenient.
II. now become convenient.
III. become convenience now.
a)
Both I and III
b)
Only II
c)
Both I and II
d)
Only I
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Target Study Academy answered |
There is an error in the underline part of the statement. The use of adverb should be between helping verb and main verb, thus ‘now’ should be between ‘has’ and ‘become’.
Thus, only II is correct while I and III are incorrect. Also, after ‘has’ only third form of verb should be used, thus ‘became’ is incorrect as the correct verb will be 'become’. Also, the use of noun ‘convenience’ is incorrect grammatically and should be replaced with adjective ‘convenient’.
Hence, option B is the correct answer.
Thus, only II is correct while I and III are incorrect. Also, after ‘has’ only third form of verb should be used, thus ‘became’ is incorrect as the correct verb will be 'become’. Also, the use of noun ‘convenience’ is incorrect grammatically and should be replaced with adjective ‘convenient’.
Hence, option B is the correct answer.
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct.Q. If Mr. Jones can't find a job as a teacher, he can fall back his skill as a painter.- a)fall back on
- b)fall in with
- c)fall out with
- d)fall away
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct.
Q. If Mr. Jones can't find a job as a teacher, he can fall back his skill as a painter.
a)
fall back on
b)
fall in with
c)
fall out with
d)
fall away
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EduRev SSC CGL answered |
The phrasal verb ‘fall back’ means 'to move back; retreat’. It does not suit in the given context as the sentence implies that Mr. Jones can become a painter if he fails to find a job as a teacher. He can use his skill as a painter after other things like finding a job as a teacher fails. Therefore, the phrasal verb ‘fall back on’ fits in the sentence correctly.
Fall back on: use something after other things have failed.
Fall back on: use something after other things have failed.
Correct sentence:
If Mr. Jones can't find a job as a teacher, he can fall back on his skill as a painter.
Hence, the correct answer is option A.
If Mr. Jones can't find a job as a teacher, he can fall back on his skill as a painter.
Hence, the correct answer is option A.
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct.Q. Even his lawyer cannot get out the fact that he knew he was lying.- a)get at
- b)get in
- c)get into
- d)get over
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct.
Q. Even his lawyer cannot get out the fact that he knew he was lying.
a)
get at
b)
get in
c)
get into
d)
get over
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Ssc Cgl answered |
The phrasal verb ‘get out’ means ‘to leave a place of confinement; escape’ which definitely does not make any sense in the given context as the sentence implies that the lawyer was upset or perplexed by the fact that he knew he was lying. Thus, only ‘get over’ fits in the underline part correctly.
Get over: recover from an upsetting or startling experience.
Get over: recover from an upsetting or startling experience.
Correct sentence:
Even his lawyer cannot get over the fact that he knew he was lying.
Hence, the correct answer is option D.
Even his lawyer cannot get over the fact that he knew he was lying.
Hence, the correct answer is option D.
Directions: Which of the following phrases I, II and III given below the sentence should replace the phrase printed in underline to make the sentence grammatically correct? Choose the best option from the given alternatives that will reflect the correct use of grammar and context.Q. In light of the findings, researchers recommended that to minimise transmission on aircraft, masks should have to be worn during the flight.
I. should worn
II. should have worn
III. should be worn- a)Only I
- b)Only III
- c)Only I and III
- d)Only II and III
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Directions: Which of the following phrases I, II and III given below the sentence should replace the phrase printed in underline to make the sentence grammatically correct? Choose the best option from the given alternatives that will reflect the correct use of grammar and context.
Q. In light of the findings, researchers recommended that to minimise transmission on aircraft, masks should have to be worn during the flight.
I. should worn
II. should have worn
III. should be worn
I. should worn
II. should have worn
III. should be worn
a)
Only I
b)
Only III
c)
Only I and III
d)
Only II and III
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Target Study Academy answered |
There is an error in the underline part of the statement. As the sentence is in passive voice, so the correct usage would be ‘should be worn’ as passive voice sentences take the ‘be + V3’ form.
Among the given replacements, I is not grammatically correct whereas II can also be ruled out because of the same reason. Only III is there that fits perfectly in the given context.
This makes option B the correct choice among the given options.
Among the given replacements, I is not grammatically correct whereas II can also be ruled out because of the same reason. Only III is there that fits perfectly in the given context.
This makes option B the correct choice among the given options.
Directions: Which of the following phrases I, II and III given below the sentence should replace the phrase printed in underline to make the sentence grammatically correct? Choose the best option from the given alternatives that will reflect the correct use of grammar and context.Q. There exists a diminishing inequality of footballing prowess among the 32 national teams playing.
I. unequal of footballing prowess
II. inequality at footballing prowess
III. inequality in football prowess- a)Both I and III
- b)Only I
- c)Both I and II
- d)No correction required
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Directions: Which of the following phrases I, II and III given below the sentence should replace the phrase printed in underline to make the sentence grammatically correct? Choose the best option from the given alternatives that will reflect the correct use of grammar and context.
Q. There exists a diminishing inequality of footballing prowess among the 32 national teams playing.
I. unequal of footballing prowess
II. inequality at footballing prowess
III. inequality in football prowess
I. unequal of footballing prowess
II. inequality at footballing prowess
III. inequality in football prowess
a)
Both I and III
b)
Only I
c)
Both I and II
d)
No correction required
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Bayshore Academy answered |
The sentence is correct grammatically and contextually and we need no replacement of the highlighted words.
Hence, option D is the correct answer.
Hence, option D is the correct answer.
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct. Q. The government's economic policies have come up with much criticism in the newspapers.- a)come out with
- b)come in for
- c)come off it
- d)come out in
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct.
Q. The government's economic policies have come up with much criticism in the newspapers.
a)
come out with
b)
come in for
c)
come off it
d)
come out in
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Bayshore Academy answered |
The phrasal verb ‘come up with’ means ‘to produce something, especially when pressured or challenged; to devise something’. The sentence implies that the government received criticism from the newspapers because of its economic policies. So, in this context the given phrasal verb does not make any sense. Thus, it must be replaced with ‘come in for’.
Come in for: to receive blame or criticism.
Correct sentence:
The government's economic policies have come in for much criticism in the newspapers.
Hence, the correct answer is option B.
Come in for: to receive blame or criticism.
Correct sentence:
The government's economic policies have come in for much criticism in the newspapers.
Hence, the correct answer is option B.
Directions: Which of the following phrases I, II and III given below the sentence should replace the phrase printed in underline to make the sentence grammatically correct? Choose the best option from the given alternatives that will reflect the correct use of grammar and context.Q. The Private sectors, which majorly chunk of energy use is based on thermal energy, are shifting towards renewable energy.
I. major portion of energy efficiency of which
II. which major chunk of energy utility
III. major chunk of energy utility of which- a)Both I and III
- b)Both II and III
- c)Both I and II
- d)Only II
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Directions: Which of the following phrases I, II and III given below the sentence should replace the phrase printed in underline to make the sentence grammatically correct? Choose the best option from the given alternatives that will reflect the correct use of grammar and context.
Q. The Private sectors, which majorly chunk of energy use is based on thermal energy, are shifting towards renewable energy.
I. major portion of energy efficiency of which
II. which major chunk of energy utility
III. major chunk of energy utility of which
I. major portion of energy efficiency of which
II. which major chunk of energy utility
III. major chunk of energy utility of which
a)
Both I and III
b)
Both II and III
c)
Both I and II
d)
Only II
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EduRev SSC CGL answered |
There is an error in the underline part of the statement. The use of relative pronoun ‘which’ is incorrect and should be replaced with ‘of which’. Also, adverb ‘majorly’ is incorrect as we need adjective ‘major’ before noun ‘chunk’.
I and III are correct as they contain ‘of which’ and adjective ‘major’. Also, phrases ‘major portion’, ‘major chunk’, ‘energy utility’ and ‘energy efficiency’ are correct. However, II is grammatically incorrect.
Hence, option A is the correct answer.
I and III are correct as they contain ‘of which’ and adjective ‘major’. Also, phrases ‘major portion’, ‘major chunk’, ‘energy utility’ and ‘energy efficiency’ are correct. However, II is grammatically incorrect.
Hence, option A is the correct answer.
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct.Q. The outside world talks of a war crimes tribunal but nobody supposes that anything will come off that.- a)come round
- b)come over
- c)come from
- d)come of
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct.
Q. The outside world talks of a war crimes tribunal but nobody supposes that anything will come off that.
a)
come round
b)
come over
c)
come from
d)
come of
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Glance Learning Institute answered |
The phrasal verb ‘come off’ means 'to become detached or be detachable from something’. The sentence says that nobody believes that something can result from war crimes tribunal. So, in this case ‘come of’ is the suitable phrasal verb in the underline part of the sentence.
Come of: result from something.
Correct sentence:
The outside world talks of a war crimes tribunal but nobody supposes that anything will come of that.
Hence, the correct answer is option D.
Come of: result from something.
Correct sentence:
The outside world talks of a war crimes tribunal but nobody supposes that anything will come of that.
Hence, the correct answer is option D.
Directions: Which of the following phrases I, II and III given below the sentence should replace the phrase printed in underline to make the sentence grammatically correct? Choose the best option from the given alternatives that will reflect the correct use of grammar and context.Q. The world itself is an illusionary which is unreal, impermanence and changing.
I. illusion which is unreal, impermanent
II. illusion which is unreal, impermanence
III. illusionary which is unreal, impermanent- a)Both II and III
- b)Only I
- c)Both I and II
- d)Only II
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Directions: Which of the following phrases I, II and III given below the sentence should replace the phrase printed in underline to make the sentence grammatically correct? Choose the best option from the given alternatives that will reflect the correct use of grammar and context.
Q. The world itself is an illusionary which is unreal, impermanence and changing.
I. illusion which is unreal, impermanent
II. illusion which is unreal, impermanence
III. illusionary which is unreal, impermanent
I. illusion which is unreal, impermanent
II. illusion which is unreal, impermanence
III. illusionary which is unreal, impermanent
a)
Both II and III
b)
Only I
c)
Both I and II
d)
Only II
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Bayshore Academy answered |
There is an error in the underline part of the statement. The highlighted part is preceded by article ‘an’. Thus, noun ‘illusion’ should be used.
Ex: Her art is a beautiful. (Incorrect)
Her art is a beauty. (Correct)
After ‘which is’ only adjectives should be used, thus noun ‘impermanence’ is incorrect and should be replaced with adjective ‘impermanent’.
This makes only I correct while II and III are grammatically inapt.
Hence, option B is the correct answer.
Ex: Her art is a beautiful. (Incorrect)
Her art is a beauty. (Correct)
After ‘which is’ only adjectives should be used, thus noun ‘impermanence’ is incorrect and should be replaced with adjective ‘impermanent’.
This makes only I correct while II and III are grammatically inapt.
Hence, option B is the correct answer.
Directions: In the following question, some part of the sentence is highlighted in underline. Which of the options given below the sentence should replace the part printed in underline to make the sentence grammatically correct?Q. I am good, amn’t I?- a)was I
- b)hasn’t I
- c)is I
- d)aren’t I
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Directions: In the following question, some part of the sentence is highlighted in underline. Which of the options given below the sentence should replace the part printed in underline to make the sentence grammatically correct?
Q. I am good, amn’t I?
a)
was I
b)
hasn’t I
c)
is I
d)
aren’t I
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Bayshore Academy answered |
‘Am not’ or ‘amn’t’ is not used as a question tag, in the given case, ‘aren’t’ is appropriate.
Correct sentence: I am good, aren’t I?
Hence, option D is the correct answer.
Correct sentence: I am good, aren’t I?
Hence, option D is the correct answer.
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct.Q. Many people would like the electoral system to be reformed but I don't believe this will ever come to that.- a)come what may
- b)come along
- c)come to pass
- d)come after
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct.
Q. Many people would like the electoral system to be reformed but I don't believe this will ever come to that.
a)
come what may
b)
come along
c)
come to pass
d)
come after
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EduRev SSC CGL answered |
The phrasal verb ‘come to that’ means ‘in fact (said to introduce an additional point)’ which does not make sense in this sentence. The person who makes the statement does not believe that the electoral system will be reformed. ‘Come to pass’ should be the appropriate choice.
Come to pass: happen; occur.
Correct sentence:
Many people would like the electoral system to be reformed but I don't believe this will ever come to pass.
Hence, the correct answer is option C.
Come to pass: happen; occur.
Correct sentence:
Many people would like the electoral system to be reformed but I don't believe this will ever come to pass.
Hence, the correct answer is option C.
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct.Q. He will put his administration at risk if he doesn't come before on these promises for reform.- a)come through
- b)come to
- c)come under
- d)come before
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct.
Q. He will put his administration at risk if he doesn't come before on these promises for reform.
a)
come through
b)
come to
c)
come under
d)
come before
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Ssc Cgl answered |
The phrasal verb ‘come before’ means ‘to be dealt with by a judge or court’. But the sentence says that the person in question will put his administration at risk if he doesn't keep his promises for reform. Thus, ‘come through’ will be the appropriate phrase for the emboldened part.
Come through: to do something that you have agreed to do.
Correct sentence:
He will put his administration at risk if he doesn't come through on these promises for reform.
Hence, the correct answer is option A.
Come through: to do something that you have agreed to do.
Correct sentence:
He will put his administration at risk if he doesn't come through on these promises for reform.
Hence, the correct answer is option A.
Directions: In the following question, some part of the sentence is highlighted in underline. Which of the options given below the sentence should replace the part printed in underline to make the sentence grammatically correct?Q. The accident was owing to heavy rush.- a)was owing of heavy
- b)was due to heavy
- c)was due of heavy
- d)was for heavy
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Directions: In the following question, some part of the sentence is highlighted in underline. Which of the options given below the sentence should replace the part printed in underline to make the sentence grammatically correct?
Q. The accident was owing to heavy rush.
a)
was owing of heavy
b)
was due to heavy
c)
was due of heavy
d)
was for heavy
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Ssc Cgl answered |
‘Owing to’ is not used with any form of 'be', in such cases ‘due to’ is used.
Correct sentence: The accident was due to heavy rush.
Hence, option B is the correct answer.
Correct sentence: The accident was due to heavy rush.
Hence, option B is the correct answer.
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct.Q. It is doubtful whether it will be possible to carry over the education reforms as quickly as the government hopes.- a)carry out
- b)carry through
- c)carry on
- d)carry away
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct.
Q. It is doubtful whether it will be possible to carry over the education reforms as quickly as the government hopes.
a)
carry out
b)
carry through
c)
carry on
d)
carry away
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Iq Funda answered |
The phrasal verb ‘carry over’ means ‘to extend beyond the original area of application’. The sentence implies that there was doubt about the possibility of putting the idea of the education reforms as quickly as the government hoped. The phrasal verb ‘carry through’ is the correct choice here.
Carry through: put a plan or idea into effect.
Correct sentence:
It is doubtful whether it will be possible to carry through the education reforms as quickly as the government hopes.
Hence, the correct answer is option B.
Carry through: put a plan or idea into effect.
Correct sentence:
It is doubtful whether it will be possible to carry through the education reforms as quickly as the government hopes.
Hence, the correct answer is option B.
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct.Q. The community centre scheme has run in strong local opposition.- a)run out on
- b)run up against
- c)run into
- d)run off with
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct.
Q. The community centre scheme has run in strong local opposition.
a)
run out on
b)
run up against
c)
run into
d)
run off with
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Target Study Academy answered |
The phrasal verb ‘run in’ means ‘(of a quality, trait, or condition) be common or inherent in members of a family, especially over several generations’. Clearly, it does not fit in the underline part of the sentence as the sentence implies that the scheme experienced strong local opposition. So, it must be replaced with the phrasal verb ‘run up against’ which suits in the given context.
Run up against: experience or meet a difficulty or problem.
Correct sentence:
The community centre scheme has run up against strong local opposition.
Hence, the correct answer is option B.
Run up against: experience or meet a difficulty or problem.
Correct sentence:
The community centre scheme has run up against strong local opposition.
Hence, the correct answer is option B.
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct.Q. The Marine Commandos looked exhausted, some of them appeared to be about to drop out.- a)drop in
- b)drop off
- c)drop into
- d)drop by
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct.
Q. The Marine Commandos looked exhausted, some of them appeared to be about to drop out.
a)
drop in
b)
drop off
c)
drop into
d)
drop by
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Bayshore Academy answered |
The phrasal verb ‘drop out’ refers to 'leave school without finishing’. But, it is well obvious that it makes no sense in the given context of the sentence. The sentence implies that the Marine Commandos were so exhausted that some of them appeared to be about to sleep. Hence, the appropriate phrasal verb in this case would be ‘drop off’.
Drop off: fall asleep easily, especially without intending to.
Correct sentence:
The Marine Commandos looked exhausted, some of them appeared to be about to drop off.
Hence, the correct answer is option B.
Drop off: fall asleep easily, especially without intending to.
Correct sentence:
The Marine Commandos looked exhausted, some of them appeared to be about to drop off.
Hence, the correct answer is option B.
Directions: Which of the following phrases I, II and III given below the sentence should replace the phrase printed in underline to make the sentence grammatically correct? Choose the best option from the given alternatives that will reflect the correct use of grammar and context.Q. The officials are mulling grand arrangements as a large crowd is expect to take part in the event.
I. is expected to take
II. is expecting to take
III. is expected to took- a)Only I
- b)Both I and II
- c)Only III
- d)Only II
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
Directions: Which of the following phrases I, II and III given below the sentence should replace the phrase printed in underline to make the sentence grammatically correct? Choose the best option from the given alternatives that will reflect the correct use of grammar and context.
Q. The officials are mulling grand arrangements as a large crowd is expect to take part in the event.
I. is expected to take
II. is expecting to take
III. is expected to took
I. is expected to take
II. is expecting to take
III. is expected to took
a)
Only I
b)
Both I and II
c)
Only III
d)
Only II
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Ssc Cgl answered |
There is an error in the underline part of the statement. As the highlighted segment is in passive voice, thus the use of first form of verb ‘expect’ is incorrect and it should be replaced with third form of verb ‘expected’.
Thus, only I is the correct replacement while the use of ‘expecting’ in II makes it incorrect. Also, III is incorrect since preposition ‘to’ should be followed by first form of verb, thus ‘took’ makes it incorrect.
Hence, option A is the correct answer.
Thus, only I is the correct replacement while the use of ‘expecting’ in II makes it incorrect. Also, III is incorrect since preposition ‘to’ should be followed by first form of verb, thus ‘took’ makes it incorrect.
Hence, option A is the correct answer.
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct.Q. It could be that following this flow you come into a more suitable career than you had expected.- a)come off
- b)come along
- c)come over
- d)come upon
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct.
Q. It could be that following this flow you come into a more suitable career than you had expected.
a)
come off
b)
come along
c)
come over
d)
come upon
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Glance Learning Institute answered |
The phrasal verb ‘come into’ refers to ‘suddenly receive money or property, especially by inheriting it’. Clearly it does not suit in the underline part of the sentence as the sentence talks about a person finding a more suitable career than he expected. So, it should be replaced with ‘come upon’.
Come upon: find something by chance.
Correct sentence:
It could be that following this flow you come upon a more suitable career than you had expected.
Hence, the correct answer is option D.
Come upon: find something by chance.
Correct sentence:
It could be that following this flow you come upon a more suitable career than you had expected.
Hence, the correct answer is option D.
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct.Q. The level of provisions could begin to drop next year as fewer families fall back in their home loan payments.- a)fall off
- b)fall behind
- c)fall into
- d)fall down
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with some part of it marked in underline. You have to identify the option that would replace the underline part and make the sentence contextually and grammatically correct.
Q. The level of provisions could begin to drop next year as fewer families fall back in their home loan payments.
a)
fall off
b)
fall behind
c)
fall into
d)
fall down
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Glance Learning Institute answered |
The phrasal verb ‘fall back’ refers to ‘move or turn back; retreat’. As the sentence is about loan payments in time; so, it does not fit into the context. Here, the correct phrasal verb for the underline part would be ‘fall behind’.
Fall behind: fail to meet a commitment to make a regular payment.
Correct sentence:
The level of provisions could begin to drop next year as fewer families fall behind in their home loan payments.
Hence, the correct answer is option B.
Fall behind: fail to meet a commitment to make a regular payment.
Correct sentence:
The level of provisions could begin to drop next year as fewer families fall behind in their home loan payments.
Hence, the correct answer is option B.
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