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No one could explain how a calm and balanced person like him could penetrate such a mindless act on his friends.
  • a)
    perpetuate
  • b)
    perpetrate
  • c)
    precipitate
  • d)
    No improvement
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Nikita Singh answered
Perpetrate (Verb) : to commit a crime or do something wrong or evil
penetrate (Verb) : to go into/through something
perpetuate (Verb) : to make something such as a bad situation, a belief, etc. continue for a long time
⇒ This system perpetuated itself for several centuries.
precipitate (Verb) : to make something, especially something bad, happen suddenly or sooner than it should
⇒ His resignation precipitated a leadership crisis
Here, perpetrate is the right usage.
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Five years ago today, I am sitting in a small Japanese car, driving across Poland towards Berlin.
  • a)
    was sitting
  • b)
    sat
  • c)
    have been sitting
  • d)
    No improvement
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Lavanya Menon answered
Let’s examine the sentence: “Five years ago on this date, I am sitting in a small Japanese car, driving across Poland towards Berlin.” The sentence mentions an event that happened five years ago. Hence, it would use the verbs of past tense. So, the verbs “am sitting” would become “was sitting” to correct the sentence. Hence, Option A is the correct answer.
 

As an incentive, the regulator has decide to offers 20 per cent rebate to the complying industrial or commercial connections.
  • a)
    had decided to give a
  • b)
    has decided to offer
  • c)
    had deciding to give
  • d)
    was decided the offer of
  • e)
    No improvement is required.
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Tejas Gupta answered
Explanation:

Subject-Verb Agreement:
The correct answer is option 'B' because the subject "regulator" is singular and the verb "has decided" agrees in singular form. "Offer" is the correct verb to use in this context.

Verb Tense:
The use of "had decided" in option 'A' and "was decided" in option 'D' are incorrect as they indicate past tense, while the rebate is being offered as an incentive in the present.

Clarity:
Option 'C' is incorrect as it does not convey the correct intention of offering a rebate. The word "complying" indicates the current action of complying with regulations.

Improvement:
The correct verb "offer" in option 'B' clearly states the regulator's decision to provide a rebate to industrial or commercial connections that comply with regulations. This choice maintains proper subject-verb agreement and uses the appropriate verb tense.
Therefore, option 'B' ("has decided to offer") is the correct choice for this sentence.

Which of the following is not a seed surface fiber-
  • a)
    Kapok
  • b)
    Silk cotton
  • c)
    Cotton
  • d)
    Dhaincha
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Harsh Chauhan answered
The legume Sesbania bispinosa, also known as Sesbania aculeata is a small tree in the genus Sesbania. It is an annual shrub which can grow to seven metres in height but usually only reaches one to two metres. It sends out fibrous, pithy stems with long leaves and bears purple-spotted yellow flowers. It produces pods which contain light brown beans. It can be used like industrial hemp for rope, fishnets, sackcloth and sailcloth. Its fibers are similar to those of birch trees and show promise as a source of paper fiber. Fibres can be obtained from stem of the plant. Kapok (ceiba), red Silk cotton (Salmalia) and cotton (Gossypium) are seed surface fibres.

The Committee sought the presence of Public Works Department before it since the civic agency finally take over the project.
  • a)
    will be finally taking over
  • b)
    would take over finally
  • c)
    has finally take it over
  • d)
    was finally took over
  • e)
    No improvement is required.
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Sahana Mehta answered
Explanation:

Subject-Verb Agreement:
- In this sentence, the subject 'Public Works Department' is singular.
- Therefore, the verb should also be singular, which is 'will be finally taking over' in option 'A'.

Correct Option:
- The correct option is 'A) will be finally taking over'.
- This option maintains subject-verb agreement and is grammatically correct.

More than one person was killed in accident.
  • a)
    were killed
  • b)
    are killed
  • c)
    have been killed
  • d)
    No improvement 
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Maitri Ahuja answered
Although the phrase "more than one person" seems singular, it actually implies a plural subject when it comes to describing the event collectively. Therefore, "were killed" is the appropriate form.
So the sentence should be:
"More than one person were killed in the accident."

The commercial cases where evidence has not been concluded will be listed before the courts upon their conclusion.
  • a)
    has concluded
  • b)
    for the case has concluded
  • c)
    had been concluding it
  • d)
    was concluded
  • e)
    No improvement is required.
Correct answer is option 'E'. Can you explain this answer?

Tejas Gupta answered
Explanation:
The sentence provided is already grammatically correct and does not require any improvement. Here's a breakdown of the given options:
- Option 'a': "has concluded" is incorrect as it changes the tense of the sentence.
- Option 'b': "for the case has concluded" is awkward and does not fit the context of the sentence.
- Option 'c': "had been concluding it" is incorrect as it changes the tense of the sentence.
- Option 'd': "was concluded" is incorrect as it changes the tense of the sentence.
- Option 'e': No improvement is required as the original sentence is already correct.
Therefore, the correct answer is option 'E' as it maintains the correct tense and fits the context of the sentence.

After the tenders, the contractor will have to order the bearings, following which they were manufactured.
  • a)
    manufactured
  • b)
    are to manufacturing
  • c)
    had manufactured
  • d)
    will be manufactured
  • e)
    No improvement is required.
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Tejas Gupta answered
Explanation:

Ordering Process:
After the tenders, the contractor will have to order the bearings.

Manufacturing Phase:
Following the ordering process, the bearings will be manufactured.

Correct Answer Justification:
Option D, "will be manufactured," is the correct answer as it maintains the correct tense and structure of the sentence. This option correctly indicates that the manufacturing of the bearings will take place after the ordering process. The use of "will be" indicates a future action that will occur in sequence after the ordering process.

hoping not to be disturbed, I sat down in my easy chair to read the book. I won as a prize.
  • a)
    I had won as a prize
  • b)
    I have won as prize
  • c)
    I had to win as a prize
  • d)
    No improvement
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Sohini Das answered
Explanation:

The correct answer is option 'A': "I had won as a prize."

In the given sentence, the verb "won" is used to indicate an action that occurred before another action in the past. This requires the use of the past perfect tense. Let's break down the sentence and analyze each option:

a) I had won as a prize.
This option correctly uses the past perfect tense by using "had won" to indicate that the action of winning the book as a prize occurred before the action of sitting down to read. This is the correct answer.

b) I have won as prize.
This option uses the present perfect tense ("have won") which indicates an action that started in the past and continues into the present. However, in this context, the past perfect tense is more appropriate since the action of winning the book as a prize has already been completed.

c) I had to win as a prize.
This option changes the meaning of the sentence by introducing the phrase "had to" which implies a necessity or obligation to win the book as a prize. This does not align with the original sentence, which simply states that the book was won as a prize without any indication of necessity or obligation.

d) No improvement.
This option suggests that there is no error or improvement needed in the original sentence. However, as explained above, the correct tense to use is the past perfect tense ("had won") to indicate the sequence of actions.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 'A': "I had won as a prize." This choice accurately reflects the past action of winning the book as a prize before sitting down to read.

A sentence or a part of the sentence is highlighted. Four alternatives marked as (a), (b), (c) and (d) are given as substitutions for the highlighted part, one of which will improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is needed, choose the option “No improvement is required” i.e. (e).
The manager has come and armed with three security personnel, which prompted Sharma to flee from the store.
  • a)
    can’t came with arming to
  • b)
    came armed with
  • c)
    will come and armed with
  • d)
    won’t come for arming to
  • e)
    No improvement is required.
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

`armed with ……. Personnel’ is an adverbial. It has to be directly linked with verb come. So the highlighted phrase is wrong.
We do not have an option `has come armed with’
Option a) is wrong because a modal auxiliary has to be followed by basic form of verb.
c) is wrong because action indicated in the second part of the sentence which is in the past tense after the action in the first part. So first part should be in the past tense.
d) is wrong because it will make the first part in the future tense. Moreover the verb `arming’ will take its object without the preposition.

The greatest thing in style is to have a use of metaphor.
  • a)
    knowledge
  • b)
    command
  • c)
    need
  • d)
    No improvement
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Saranya Menon answered
Importance of Metaphors in Style

Metaphors are a powerful tool in writing and speaking. They help to convey complex ideas in a simple and relatable manner. In the context of style, metaphors can add depth, richness, and creativity to the language used. The following are the reasons why the use of metaphors is essential in style.

1. Creativity and Originality: Metaphors allow writers to express themselves in unique ways. It allows them to use their imagination and creativity to come up with new and exciting ways to say things.

2. Clarity: Metaphors help to make the language used more understandable. They provide a comparison that readers or listeners can relate to, making it easier for them to understand the meaning behind the words.

3. Emotional Appeal: Metaphors can evoke emotions that simple language cannot. They can create a visual image that readers or listeners can connect with emotionally, making the message more impactful.

4. Memorability: Metaphors are memorable. They help to create a lasting impression on the reader or listener, making the message more likely to be remembered.

5. Style: Metaphors are an essential part of style. They add depth and richness to the language used, making it more interesting and engaging.

Conclusion

In conclusion, the use of metaphors is critical in style. It allows writers and speakers to express themselves in creative, original, and memorable ways. It also makes the language used more understandable and emotionally impactful. Metaphors are an essential part of style, and their use should be encouraged.

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