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Nobody came to your party, ........?- a)don't they
- b)do they
- c)Did they
- d)didn't they
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
Nobody came to your party, ........?
a)
don't they
b)
do they
c)
Did they
d)
didn't they
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Priyanka Kapoor answered |
Nobody came to your party, did they?
In the following sentences, there is a error. Identify the part of the sentence containing the error by choosing the correct option.Q. Maybe I'm going to finish this today.- a)Maybe I'm going to
- b)finish this
- c)finish this today
- d)No error
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
In the following sentences, there is a error. Identify the part of the sentence containing the error by choosing the correct option.
Q. Maybe I'm going to finish this today.
a)
Maybe I'm going to
b)
finish this
c)
finish this today
d)
No error
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Nitin Sen answered |
Explanation:
Identifying the Error:
The error in the sentence is in part (a) "Maybe Im going to". There is a missing apostrophe in "Im," which should be "I'm" to indicate the contraction of "I am."
Corrected Sentence:
The corrected sentence would be: "Maybe I'm going to finish this today."
Explanation:
When using contractions in English, it is important to remember to include the apostrophe to show the omission of letters. In this case, "I'm" is the contracted form of "I am," so the apostrophe is necessary for correct grammar and clarity.
By making this correction, the sentence is now grammatically accurate and effectively conveys the intended meaning.
Identifying the Error:
The error in the sentence is in part (a) "Maybe Im going to". There is a missing apostrophe in "Im," which should be "I'm" to indicate the contraction of "I am."
Corrected Sentence:
The corrected sentence would be: "Maybe I'm going to finish this today."
Explanation:
When using contractions in English, it is important to remember to include the apostrophe to show the omission of letters. In this case, "I'm" is the contracted form of "I am," so the apostrophe is necessary for correct grammar and clarity.
By making this correction, the sentence is now grammatically accurate and effectively conveys the intended meaning.
There’s a problem here, .......?- a)Isn’t it
- b)Is there
- c)isn’t there
- d)both a & c
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
There’s a problem here, .......?
a)
Isn’t it
b)
Is there
c)
isn’t there
d)
both a & c
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Priyanka Kapoor answered |
There's a problem here, isn't there?
In the following sentences, there is a error. Identify the part of the sentence containing the error by choosing the correct option.Q. My client sent me an email but I haven't replied her yet.- a)My client sent
- b)me an email but I
- c)haven't replied her yet
- d)No error
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
In the following sentences, there is a error. Identify the part of the sentence containing the error by choosing the correct option.
Q. My client sent me an email but I haven't replied her yet.
a)
My client sent
b)
me an email but I
c)
haven't replied her yet
d)
No error
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Nilesh Shah answered |
Explanation:
The error in the sentence can be identified by looking at the pronoun used after the verb "replied". In this case, the error lies in part "c) haven't replied her yet".
Explanation in detail:
When we use the verb "reply", we should use the pronoun "to" after it to indicate who we are replying to. In this case, the correct sentence would be "I haven't replied to her yet."
The pronoun "her" is incorrect in this context because it should be "to her". This is because "reply" is a transitive verb, which means it requires a direct object. In this case, the direct object is the person to whom we are replying, which is "her" in the sentence.
Corrected sentence:
The correct sentence would be: "My client sent me an email, but I haven't replied to her yet."
Key points to remember:
- Use the pronoun "to" after the verb "reply" to indicate who you are replying to.
- "Reply" is a transitive verb and requires a direct object.
- In this sentence, the direct object is the person to whom we are replying, which is "her".
The error in the sentence can be identified by looking at the pronoun used after the verb "replied". In this case, the error lies in part "c) haven't replied her yet".
Explanation in detail:
When we use the verb "reply", we should use the pronoun "to" after it to indicate who we are replying to. In this case, the correct sentence would be "I haven't replied to her yet."
The pronoun "her" is incorrect in this context because it should be "to her". This is because "reply" is a transitive verb, which means it requires a direct object. In this case, the direct object is the person to whom we are replying, which is "her" in the sentence.
Corrected sentence:
The correct sentence would be: "My client sent me an email, but I haven't replied to her yet."
Key points to remember:
- Use the pronoun "to" after the verb "reply" to indicate who you are replying to.
- "Reply" is a transitive verb and requires a direct object.
- In this sentence, the direct object is the person to whom we are replying, which is "her".
You remembered to feed the cat, .......?- a)Did you
- b)do you
- c)don’t you
- d)didn’t you
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
You remembered to feed the cat, .......?
a)
Did you
b)
do you
c)
don’t you
d)
didn’t you
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Priyanka Kapoor answered |
You remembered to feed the cat, didn't you?
In the following sentences, there is a error. Identify the part of the sentence containing the error by choosing the correct option.Q. The Old Man and the Sea was written for Ernest Hemingway.- a)The Old Man and the Sea
- b)was written for
- c)Ernest Hemingway
- d)No error
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
In the following sentences, there is a error. Identify the part of the sentence containing the error by choosing the correct option.
Q. The Old Man and the Sea was written for Ernest Hemingway.
a)
The Old Man and the Sea
b)
was written for
c)
Ernest Hemingway
d)
No error
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Manasa Nambiar answered |
Identifying the error:
The error in the sentence is in part B: "was written for".
Explanation:
The correct sentence should be "The Old Man and the Sea was written by Ernest Hemingway."
The verb "written" should be followed by the preposition "by" to indicate the author of a book or any written work.
Since the sentence is talking about the author of the book, it should be: "The Old Man and the Sea was written by Ernest Hemingway."
Corrected sentence:
The Old Man and the Sea was written by Ernest Hemingway.
The error in the sentence is in part B: "was written for".
Explanation:
The correct sentence should be "The Old Man and the Sea was written by Ernest Hemingway."
The verb "written" should be followed by the preposition "by" to indicate the author of a book or any written work.
Since the sentence is talking about the author of the book, it should be: "The Old Man and the Sea was written by Ernest Hemingway."
Corrected sentence:
The Old Man and the Sea was written by Ernest Hemingway.
So, you think you're clever, .........?- a)Did you
- b)do you
- c)don't you
- d)didn't you
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
So, you think you're clever, .........?
a)
Did you
b)
do you
c)
don't you
d)
didn't you
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Nishtha Kumar answered |
Understanding the question:
The question is asking for confirmation or clarification of someone's belief in their own cleverness.
Explanation of the answer:
- The correct answer is option 'B' - "do you".
- This response is in the form of a question, which is a common way to seek clarification or confirmation in English.
- The question mark at the end indicates that it is a question and not a statement.
Why the other options are incorrect:
- Option 'A' - "Did you" is incorrect because it refers to a past action rather than a present belief.
- Option 'C' - "don't you" is incorrect because it is a negative statement rather than a question.
- Option 'D' - "didn't you" is incorrect because it also refers to a past action rather than a present belief.
Conclusion:
In English, when seeking confirmation or clarification of someone's belief or statement, it is common to use a question format. In this case, the appropriate response to the statement "So, you think you're clever" would be "do you", which is option 'B'.
The question is asking for confirmation or clarification of someone's belief in their own cleverness.
Explanation of the answer:
- The correct answer is option 'B' - "do you".
- This response is in the form of a question, which is a common way to seek clarification or confirmation in English.
- The question mark at the end indicates that it is a question and not a statement.
Why the other options are incorrect:
- Option 'A' - "Did you" is incorrect because it refers to a past action rather than a present belief.
- Option 'C' - "don't you" is incorrect because it is a negative statement rather than a question.
- Option 'D' - "didn't you" is incorrect because it also refers to a past action rather than a present belief.
Conclusion:
In English, when seeking confirmation or clarification of someone's belief or statement, it is common to use a question format. In this case, the appropriate response to the statement "So, you think you're clever" would be "do you", which is option 'B'.
In the following sentences, there is a error. Identify the part of the sentence containing the error by choosing the correct option.Q. I would rather to work from home than come to the office.- a)I would rather to
- b)work from home
- c)than come to the office
- d)No error
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
In the following sentences, there is a error. Identify the part of the sentence containing the error by choosing the correct option.
Q. I would rather to work from home than come to the office.
a)
I would rather to
b)
work from home
c)
than come to the office
d)
No error
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Preethi Bajaj answered |
Understanding the Error
In the sentence "I would rather to work from home than come to the office," there is a grammatical error in the use of "to" after "would rather."
Correct Structure of "Would Rather"
- "Would rather" is a phrase used to express preference.
- It is always followed by the base form of the verb without "to."
Correct Formulation
- The correct version of the sentence should be: "I would rather work from home than come to the office."
- Here, "work" is the base form of the verb, which fits the structure of "would rather."
Why Option 'A' is Incorrect
- The inclusion of "to" makes the phrase grammatically incorrect.
- "To" should not be used in this context, which is why option 'a' is identified as the error.
Conclusion
- By removing "to," the sentence becomes grammatically correct and clear.
- This highlights the importance of understanding verb forms and their proper usage in English grammar, especially for expressing preferences.
In the sentence "I would rather to work from home than come to the office," there is a grammatical error in the use of "to" after "would rather."
Correct Structure of "Would Rather"
- "Would rather" is a phrase used to express preference.
- It is always followed by the base form of the verb without "to."
Correct Formulation
- The correct version of the sentence should be: "I would rather work from home than come to the office."
- Here, "work" is the base form of the verb, which fits the structure of "would rather."
Why Option 'A' is Incorrect
- The inclusion of "to" makes the phrase grammatically incorrect.
- "To" should not be used in this context, which is why option 'a' is identified as the error.
Conclusion
- By removing "to," the sentence becomes grammatically correct and clear.
- This highlights the importance of understanding verb forms and their proper usage in English grammar, especially for expressing preferences.
In the following sentences, there is a error. Identify the part of the sentence containing the error by choosing the correct option.Q. Do you know where i s the restaurant?- a)Do you
- b)know where
- c)is the restaurant
- d)No error
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
In the following sentences, there is a error. Identify the part of the sentence containing the error by choosing the correct option.
Q. Do you know where i s the restaurant?
a)
Do you
b)
know where
c)
is the restaurant
d)
No error
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Manasa Nambiar answered |
Explanation:
The error in the sentence is in part C, "is the restaurant."
Subject-Verb Agreement:
The subject of the sentence is "restaurant," which is a singular noun. Therefore, the verb should also be singular. In this case, the verb "is" should be changed to its singular form "is."
Corrected Sentence:
The correct sentence should be: "Do you know where the restaurant is?"
Note:
The given sentence is a question, and the word order in English interrogative sentences is subject-verb-object. So, the correct word order should be "Do you know" (subject-verb) followed by the rest of the question.
The error in the sentence is in part C, "is the restaurant."
Subject-Verb Agreement:
The subject of the sentence is "restaurant," which is a singular noun. Therefore, the verb should also be singular. In this case, the verb "is" should be changed to its singular form "is."
Corrected Sentence:
The correct sentence should be: "Do you know where the restaurant is?"
Note:
The given sentence is a question, and the word order in English interrogative sentences is subject-verb-object. So, the correct word order should be "Do you know" (subject-verb) followed by the rest of the question.
In the following sentences, there is a error. Identify the part of the sentence containing the error by choosing the correct option.Q. Please borrow me your badge so I can get into the storage closet.- a)Please borrow me
- b)your badge so
- c)I can get into
- d)the storage closet
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
In the following sentences, there is a error. Identify the part of the sentence containing the error by choosing the correct option.
Q. Please borrow me your badge so I can get into the storage closet.
a)
Please borrow me
b)
your badge so
c)
I can get into
d)
the storage closet
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Jhanvi Patel answered |
Error Analysis:
The error in the sentence is in part A: "Please borrow me."
Corrected Sentence:
Please lend me your badge so I can get into the storage closet.
Explanation:
The error in the sentence is the use of the verb "borrow" instead of "lend." Let's understand the difference between these two words:
- Borrow: The verb "borrow" is used when someone takes something temporarily with the intention of returning it. The person who borrows the item is the receiver.
- Lend: The verb "lend" is used when someone temporarily gives something to someone else. The person who lends the item is the giver.
In the given sentence, the speaker is asking the person to temporarily give them their badge so they can get into the storage closet. Therefore, the correct verb to use is "lend" instead of "borrow."
Corrected Sentence:
Please lend me your badge so I can get into the storage closet.
By using the correct verb, the sentence conveys the intended meaning clearly and accurately.
The error in the sentence is in part A: "Please borrow me."
Corrected Sentence:
Please lend me your badge so I can get into the storage closet.
Explanation:
The error in the sentence is the use of the verb "borrow" instead of "lend." Let's understand the difference between these two words:
- Borrow: The verb "borrow" is used when someone takes something temporarily with the intention of returning it. The person who borrows the item is the receiver.
- Lend: The verb "lend" is used when someone temporarily gives something to someone else. The person who lends the item is the giver.
In the given sentence, the speaker is asking the person to temporarily give them their badge so they can get into the storage closet. Therefore, the correct verb to use is "lend" instead of "borrow."
Corrected Sentence:
Please lend me your badge so I can get into the storage closet.
By using the correct verb, the sentence conveys the intended meaning clearly and accurately.
I’m invited to your party, ........?- a)Is she
- b)aren’t I
- c)am I
- d)none
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
I’m invited to your party, ........?
a)
Is she
b)
aren’t I
c)
am I
d)
none
|
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Vivek Bansal answered |
I'm invited to your party, aren't I?
You like Italian food, ........?- a)Did you
- b)do you
- c)don’t you
- d)didn’t you
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
You like Italian food, ........?
a)
Did you
b)
do you
c)
don’t you
d)
didn’t you
|
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Priyanka Kapoor answered |
You like Italian food, don't you?
In the following sentences, there is a error. Identify the part of the sentence containing the error by choosing the correct option.Q. How long time did you work in the public sector? - a)How long time
- b)did you work
- c)in the public sector
- d)No error
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
In the following sentences, there is a error. Identify the part of the sentence containing the error by choosing the correct option.
Q. How long time did you work in the public sector?
a)
How long time
b)
did you work
c)
in the public sector
d)
No error
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Priyanka Kapoor answered |
How long did you work in the public sector?
We say how long… for questions about duration of time, not How long time…
We say how long… for questions about duration of time, not How long time…
In the following sentences, there is a error. Identify the part of the sentence containing the error by choosing the correct option.Q. Probably, I'll go to the beach on Sunday.- a)Probably, I'll go
- b)to the beach
- c)on Sunday
- d)No error
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
In the following sentences, there is a error. Identify the part of the sentence containing the error by choosing the correct option.
Q. Probably, I'll go to the beach on Sunday.
a)
Probably, I'll go
b)
to the beach
c)
on Sunday
d)
No error
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Priyanka Kapoor answered |
I'll probably go to the beach on Saturday.
Probably typically goes before the main verb or after the verb to be.
Probably typically goes before the main verb or after the verb to be.
He never says a word, ........?- a)Does he
- b)does you
- c)don't you
- d)didn't you
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
He never says a word, ........?
a)
Does he
b)
does you
c)
don't you
d)
didn't you
|
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Vivek Bansal answered |
He never says a word, does he?
In the following sentences, there is a error. Identify the part of the sentence containing the error by choosing the correct option.Q. Despite I was tired, I came to work today. - a)Despite I was tired
- b)I came
- c)to work today
- d)none of these
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
In the following sentences, there is a error. Identify the part of the sentence containing the error by choosing the correct option.
Q. Despite I was tired, I came to work today.
a)
Despite I was tired
b)
I came
c)
to work today
d)
none of these
|
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Priyanka Kapoor answered |
Even though/Although I was tired, I came to work today.
We use despite/in spite of before a noun or gerund. We use even though/although before a subject and a verb.
We use despite/in spite of before a noun or gerund. We use even though/although before a subject and a verb.
You don’t like me, .......? - a)Did you
- b)do you
- c)are you
- d)didn’t you
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
You don’t like me, .......?
a)
Did you
b)
do you
c)
are you
d)
didn’t you
|
|
Vivek Bansal answered |
You don't like me, do you?
You’ve done your homework, ........?- a)Haven’t you
- b)have you
- c)has you
- d)were you
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
You’ve done your homework, ........?
a)
Haven’t you
b)
have you
c)
has you
d)
were you
|
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Priyanka Kapoor answered |
You've done your homework, haven't you?
It isn’t raining, ........?- a)Is it
- b)aren’t you
- c)was it
- d)will it
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?
It isn’t raining, ........?
a)
Is it
b)
aren’t you
c)
was it
d)
will it
|
|
Vivek Bansal answered |
It isn't raining, is it?
You think you're clever, ........?- a)Did you
- b)do you
- c)don't you
- d)didn't you
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?
You think you're clever, ........?
a)
Did you
b)
do you
c)
don't you
d)
didn't you
|
|
Vivek Bansal answered |
You think you're clever, don't you?
Let’s play cricket, ........?- a)will you
- b)shall we
- c)shouldn’t I
- d)shall I
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
Let’s play cricket, ........?
a)
will you
b)
shall we
c)
shouldn’t I
d)
shall I
|
|
Priyanka Kapoor answered |
Let's play cricket, shall we?
You’ll come to my party, .......?- a)Will you
- b)Won’t you
- c)weren’t you
- d)wasn’t you
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?
You’ll come to my party, .......?
a)
Will you
b)
Won’t you
c)
weren’t you
d)
wasn’t you
|
|
Priyanka Kapoor answered |
You'll come to my party, won't you?
In the following sentences, there is a error. Identify the part of the sentence containing the error by choosing the correct option.Q. I always try to do things very carefully and make sure I do them correct. - a)I always try to do
- b)things very carefully
- c)and make sure
- d)I do them correct
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?
In the following sentences, there is a error. Identify the part of the sentence containing the error by choosing the correct option.
Q. I always try to do things very carefully and make sure I do them correct.
a)
I always try to do
b)
things very carefully
c)
and make sure
d)
I do them correct
|
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Vivek Bansal answered |
I always try to do things very carefully and make sure I do them correctly.
In this sentence, we need to use adverbs instead of adjectives because we are modifying a verb.
In this sentence, we need to use adverbs instead of adjectives because we are modifying a verb.
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