Error detection 03 - Interactive Quiz
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Question 1: Next to religion, (A) / leadership may be the (B) / most studied social phenomenon…
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Question 2: The book(A)/ that I borrowed(B)/ from the library(C)/ was very interesting(D).
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Question 3: The gardens at Sigiriya are not only (A) / the best-preserved water gardens (B) /…
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Question 4: Sushmita is (A)/ smart and (B)/ more beautiful than (C)/ anyone else here.(D)
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Question 5: My inclination is to (A)/ think that if you freeze (B)/ something, all the kinetic…
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Question 6: For centuries, the river and (A)/ its tributaries have (B)/ sustained one of the world's…
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Question 7: Fossils from these period (A)/ are transforming our (B)/ understanding of how biodiversity might (C)/…
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Question 8: We then use automated (A)/ algorithms to searched (B)/ for signs of hydrogen (C)/ in…
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Question 9: Though dejected by the unexpected (A)/ development in their schedule, several (B)/ monasteries went about…
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Question 10: If you're struggling (A) / to manage your debts, having (B) / trouble making payments…
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Question 11: Extreme temperatures can (A)/ compromise air quality by (B)/ making building materials / more likely…
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Question 12: The report (A) / submitted by the audit team was comprehensive, / covering all discrepancies…
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Question 13: This year's economic growth is far more stronger than anticipated, (A) / due to increased…
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Question 14: The officer was appointed as head of the department, / after serving in the organisation…
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Question 15: Had the instructions been followed carefully (A) / by the staff, the error (B) /…
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Question 16: I asked (A)/ around about (B)/ this mall, (C)/ but no one / had ever…
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Question 17: John tried to (A)/ act normal, but you / could told from (B)/ his facial…
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Question 18: I warned you (A)/ not to cross the (B)/ speed limits, / but you has…
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Question 19: Not only / my best friend (A)/ but also her parents (B)/ is going to…
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Question 20: Evolutionary psychologists believes (A)/that moral judgments help communities (B)/ resolve conflicts while minimizing (C)/the costs…
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Question 1
Next to religion, (A) / leadership may be the (B) / most studied social phenomenon (C) / in the human historical. (D)
Correct! The word “historical” is an adjective, but the sentence requires the noun “history” to serve as the object of the preposition “in.” The phrase “in the human historical” is incorrect and should be “in human history.” Example: “This is the most important event in human history.” (Not: “This is the most important event in the human historical.”)
Question 2
The book(A)/ that I borrowed(B)/ from the library(C)/ was very interesting(D).
Correct! The sentence is grammatically correct. The subject “book” agrees with the verb “was,” the relative clause “that I borrowed from the library” is properly constructed, and the adjective “interesting” correctly modifies the subject. Example: “The movie that we watched last night was very entertaining.” (similar correct structure).
Question 3
The gardens at Sigiriya are not only (A) / the best-preserved water gardens (B) / in South Asia yet some of (C) / the oldest landscaped gardens in the world. (D)
Correct! The correlative conjunction pair is “not only… but also,” not “not only… yet.” Therefore, “yet some of” should be replaced with “but also some of.” Example: “She is not only intelligent but also hardworking.” (Not: “She is not only intelligent yet also hardworking.”)
Question 4
Sushmita is (A)/ smart and (B)/ more beautiful than (C)/ anyone else here.(D)
Correct! When two adjectives are joined by “and,” they should maintain parallel form. Since “more beautiful” is a comparative adjective, the first adjective “smart” should also be in comparative form to maintain parallelism. Therefore, “smart” should be replaced with “smarter.” Example: “She is taller and more athletic than her sister.” (Not: “She is tall and more athletic than her sister.”)
Question 5
My inclination is to (A)/ think that if you freeze (B)/ something, all the kinetic processes (C)/ slow down a lot (D).
Correct! The sentence is grammatically correct. The phrase “My inclination is to think” is properly structured, the conditional clause “if you freeze something” uses the correct simple present tense, and the main clause “all the kinetic processes slow down” maintains proper subject-verb agreement. Example: “My tendency is to believe that if you work hard, you will succeed.” (similar correct structure).
Question 6
For centuries, the river and (A)/ its tributaries have (B)/ sustained one of the world’s (C)/ most densely populated region (D).
Correct! The phrase “one of the” is always followed by a plural noun because it refers to one item from a group of many. Therefore, “region” should be replaced with “regions.” Example: “She is one of the most talented artists in the country.” (Not: “She is one of the most talented artist in the country.”)
Question 7
Fossils from these period (A)/ are transforming our (B)/ understanding of how biodiversity might (C)/ respond to rising temperatures (D).
Correct! The demonstrative adjective “these” is used with plural nouns. Therefore, the singular noun “period” must be changed to the plural “periods.” Example: “Artifacts from these eras provide valuable insights.” (Not: “Artifacts from these era provide valuable insights.”)
Question 8
We then use automated (A)/ algorithms to searched (B)/ for signs of hydrogen (C)/ in the resulting data (D).
Correct! The infinitive is formed by “to + base form of the verb,” not “to + past tense.” Therefore, “to searched” should be replaced with “to search.” Example: “We use software to analyze the results.” (Not: “We use software to analyzed the results.”)
Question 9
Though dejected by the unexpected (A)/ development in their schedule, several (B)/ monasteries went about their (C)/ itinerary by skipping the (D)/ visit to the Big Temple .
Correct! The sentence is grammatically correct. The participle phrase “Though dejected by the unexpected development” correctly modifies the subject “several monasteries,” and the rest of the sentence maintains proper structure and logical flow. Example: “Though disappointed by the sudden change, the team continued with their plan.” (similar correct structure).
Question 10
If you’re struggling (A) / to manage your debts, having (B) / trouble making payments on time (C) / or considering declaring bankruptcy, / you may want to get professional financial help. (D)
Correct! The list of conditions after “If you’re” must maintain parallel structure using present participles (verb + ing). Since “struggling,” “having,” and “considering” are all in the list, “having” should be “having” but the error is that “having” should be “have” to match “struggling.” Actually, “having” is correct as a participle, but the correct parallel structure is “struggling… having… or considering.” The error is that “having” should be “have” to maintain the present continuous with “you’re.” Example: “If you’re eating healthy, exercising regularly, and sleeping well, you will feel better.” (Not: “If you’re eating healthy, exercise regularly, and sleeping well, you will feel better.”)
Question 11
Extreme temperatures can (A)/ compromise air quality by (B)/ making building materials / more likely to degrade (C)/ and generated pollutants (D).
Correct! The structure “likely to” must be followed by parallel infinitives. Since “to degrade” is an infinitive, the second verb must also be an infinitive. Therefore, “generated” should be replaced with “generate.” Example: “The heat can cause materials to expand and release fumes.” (Not: “The heat can cause materials to expand and released fumes.”)
Question 12
The report (A) / submitted by the audit team was comprehensive, / covering all discrepancies identified during the inspection (B) / and highlighted several procedural lapses (C) / that needs immediate corrective action (D).
Correct! The relative pronoun “that” refers to “procedural lapses,” which is plural. Therefore, the verb must also be plural. “Needs” should be replaced with “need.” Example: “The issues that require attention are listed here.” (Not: “The issues that requires attention is listed here.”)
Question 13
This year’s economic growth is far more stronger than anticipated, (A) / due to increased investment / in infrastructure projects (B) / across multiple sectors (C) / of the economy (D).
Correct! Using “more” before a comparative adjective like “stronger” is redundant. Either “more strong” or “stronger” should be used, not both. Therefore, “more stronger” should be replaced with “stronger.” Example: “This solution is far better than the previous one.” (Not: “This solution is far more better than the previous one.”)
Question 14
The officer was appointed as head of the department, / after serving in the organisation (A) / for nearly a decade (B) / with an experience in regulatory affairs (C) / and policy formulation (D).
Correct! The noun “experience” in this context is uncountable and does not require the indefinite article “an.” Therefore, “with an experience” should be replaced with “with experience.” Example: “She has experience in project management.” (Not: “She has an experience in project management.”)
Question 15
Had the instructions been followed carefully (A) / by the staff, the error (B) / could have been avoided (C) / without causing delay (D) / in the final submission of reports.
Correct! The sentence is grammatically correct. It uses the third conditional structure “Had + subject + past participle” (inversion) to express an unreal past condition, and the main clause “could have been avoided” correctly uses the perfect modal passive. Example: “Had the warning been heeded, the disaster could have been averted.” (similar correct structure).
Question 16
I asked (A)/ around about (B)/ this mall, (C)/ but no one / had ever / hears of it (D).
Correct! The past perfect tense is formed with “had + past participle.” Therefore, “hears” (present tense) should be replaced with the past participle “heard.” Example: “No one had ever seen such a phenomenon before.” (Not: “No one had ever sees such a phenomenon before.”)
Question 17
John tried to (A)/ act normal, but you / could told from (B)/ his facial expression / that he was (C)/ very angry (D).
Correct! After a modal verb like “could,” the base form of the verb must be used, not the past tense or past participle. Therefore, “could told” should be replaced with “could tell.” Example: “You could see from her smile that she was happy.” (Not: “You could saw from her smile that she was happy.”)
Question 18
I warned you (A)/ not to cross the (B)/ speed limits, / but you has (C)/ this habit of / disobeying me (D).
Correct! The subject “you” always takes the plural verb “have,” regardless of whether it refers to one person or more. Therefore, “you has” should be replaced with “you have.” Example: “You have a responsibility to be on time.” (Not: “You has a responsibility to be on time.”)
Question 19
Not only / my best friend (A)/ but also her parents (B)/ is going to (C)/ attend my wedding (D).
Correct! When two subjects are joined by “not only… but also,” the verb agrees with the subject closer to it. Here, “her parents” (plural) is closer, so the verb must be plural. Therefore, “is going” should be replaced with “are going.” Example: “Not only the teacher but also the students are excited.” (Not: “Not only the teacher but also the students is excited.”)
Question 20
Evolutionary psychologists believes (A)/that moral judgments help communities (B)/ resolve conflicts while minimizing (C)/the costs associated with those conflicts. (D)
Correct! The subject “psychologists” is plural, so the verb must also be plural. Therefore, “believes” should be replaced with “believe.” Example: “Scientists believe that climate change is real.” (Not: “Scientists believes that climate change is real.”)
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Question 1 of 20
1. Question
Marks: +1 and -0.25Next to religion, (A) / leadership may be the (B) / most studied social phenomenon (C) / in the human historical. (D)
0:00Correct
Correct! The word “historical” is an adjective, but the sentence requires the noun “history” to serve as the object of the preposition “in.” The phrase “in the human historical” is incorrect and should be “in human history.” Example: “This is the most important event in human history.” (Not: “This is the most important event in the human historical.”)
Incorrect
Incorrect. The word “historical” is an adjective, but the sentence requires the noun “history” to serve as the object of the preposition “in.” The phrase “in the human historical” is incorrect and should be “in human history.” Example: “This is the most important event in human history.” (Not: “This is the most important event in the human historical.”)
Unattempted
Incorrect. The word “historical” is an adjective, but the sentence requires the noun “history” to serve as the object of the preposition “in.” The phrase “in the human historical” is incorrect and should be “in human history.” Example: “This is the most important event in human history.” (Not: “This is the most important event in the human historical.”)
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Question 2 of 20
2. Question
Marks: +1 and -0.25The book(A)/ that I borrowed(B)/ from the library(C)/ was very interesting(D).
0:00Correct
Correct! The sentence is grammatically correct. The subject “book” agrees with the verb “was,” the relative clause “that I borrowed from the library” is properly constructed, and the adjective “interesting” correctly modifies the subject. Example: “The movie that we watched last night was very entertaining.” (similar correct structure).
Incorrect
Incorrect. The sentence is grammatically correct. The subject “book” agrees with the verb “was,” the relative clause “that I borrowed from the library” is properly constructed, and the adjective “interesting” correctly modifies the subject. Example: “The movie that we watched last night was very entertaining.” (similar correct structure).
Unattempted
Incorrect. The sentence is grammatically correct. The subject “book” agrees with the verb “was,” the relative clause “that I borrowed from the library” is properly constructed, and the adjective “interesting” correctly modifies the subject. Example: “The movie that we watched last night was very entertaining.” (similar correct structure).
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Question 3 of 20
3. Question
Marks: +1 and -0.25The gardens at Sigiriya are not only (A) / the best-preserved water gardens (B) / in South Asia yet some of (C) / the oldest landscaped gardens in the world. (D)
0:00Correct
Correct! The correlative conjunction pair is “not only… but also,” not “not only… yet.” Therefore, “yet some of” should be replaced with “but also some of.” Example: “She is not only intelligent but also hardworking.” (Not: “She is not only intelligent yet also hardworking.”)
Incorrect
Incorrect. The correlative conjunction pair is “not only… but also,” not “not only… yet.” Therefore, “yet some of” should be replaced with “but also some of.” Example: “She is not only intelligent but also hardworking.” (Not: “She is not only intelligent yet also hardworking.”)
Unattempted
Incorrect. The correlative conjunction pair is “not only… but also,” not “not only… yet.” Therefore, “yet some of” should be replaced with “but also some of.” Example: “She is not only intelligent but also hardworking.” (Not: “She is not only intelligent yet also hardworking.”)
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Question 4 of 20
4. Question
Marks: +1 and -0.25Sushmita is (A)/ smart and (B)/ more beautiful than (C)/ anyone else here.(D)
0:00Correct
Correct! When two adjectives are joined by “and,” they should maintain parallel form. Since “more beautiful” is a comparative adjective, the first adjective “smart” should also be in comparative form to maintain parallelism. Therefore, “smart” should be replaced with “smarter.” Example: “She is taller and more athletic than her sister.” (Not: “She is tall and more athletic than her sister.”)
Incorrect
Incorrect. When two adjectives are joined by “and,” they should maintain parallel form. Since “more beautiful” is a comparative adjective, the first adjective “smart” should also be in comparative form to maintain parallelism. Therefore, “smart” should be replaced with “smarter.” Example: “She is taller and more athletic than her sister.” (Not: “She is tall and more athletic than her sister.”)
Unattempted
Incorrect. When two adjectives are joined by “and,” they should maintain parallel form. Since “more beautiful” is a comparative adjective, the first adjective “smart” should also be in comparative form to maintain parallelism. Therefore, “smart” should be replaced with “smarter.” Example: “She is taller and more athletic than her sister.” (Not: “She is tall and more athletic than her sister.”)
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Question 5 of 20
5. Question
Marks: +1 and -0.25My inclination is to (A)/ think that if you freeze (B)/ something, all the kinetic processes (C)/ slow down a lot (D).
0:00Correct
Correct! The sentence is grammatically correct. The phrase “My inclination is to think” is properly structured, the conditional clause “if you freeze something” uses the correct simple present tense, and the main clause “all the kinetic processes slow down” maintains proper subject-verb agreement. Example: “My tendency is to believe that if you work hard, you will succeed.” (similar correct structure).
Incorrect
Incorrect. The sentence is grammatically correct. The phrase “My inclination is to think” is properly structured, the conditional clause “if you freeze something” uses the correct simple present tense, and the main clause “all the kinetic processes slow down” maintains proper subject-verb agreement. Example: “My tendency is to believe that if you work hard, you will succeed.” (similar correct structure).
Unattempted
Incorrect. The sentence is grammatically correct. The phrase “My inclination is to think” is properly structured, the conditional clause “if you freeze something” uses the correct simple present tense, and the main clause “all the kinetic processes slow down” maintains proper subject-verb agreement. Example: “My tendency is to believe that if you work hard, you will succeed.” (similar correct structure).
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Question 6 of 20
6. Question
Marks: +1 and -0.25For centuries, the river and (A)/ its tributaries have (B)/ sustained one of the world’s (C)/ most densely populated region (D).
0:00Correct
Correct! The phrase “one of the” is always followed by a plural noun because it refers to one item from a group of many. Therefore, “region” should be replaced with “regions.” Example: “She is one of the most talented artists in the country.” (Not: “She is one of the most talented artist in the country.”)
Incorrect
Incorrect. The phrase “one of the” is always followed by a plural noun because it refers to one item from a group of many. Therefore, “region” should be replaced with “regions.” Example: “She is one of the most talented artists in the country.” (Not: “She is one of the most talented artist in the country.”)
Unattempted
Incorrect. The phrase “one of the” is always followed by a plural noun because it refers to one item from a group of many. Therefore, “region” should be replaced with “regions.” Example: “She is one of the most talented artists in the country.” (Not: “She is one of the most talented artist in the country.”)
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Question 7 of 20
7. Question
Marks: +1 and -0.25Fossils from these period (A)/ are transforming our (B)/ understanding of how biodiversity might (C)/ respond to rising temperatures (D).
0:00Correct
Correct! The demonstrative adjective “these” is used with plural nouns. Therefore, the singular noun “period” must be changed to the plural “periods.” Example: “Artifacts from these eras provide valuable insights.” (Not: “Artifacts from these era provide valuable insights.”)
Incorrect
Incorrect. The demonstrative adjective “these” is used with plural nouns. Therefore, the singular noun “period” must be changed to the plural “periods.” Example: “Artifacts from these eras provide valuable insights.” (Not: “Artifacts from these era provide valuable insights.”)
Unattempted
Incorrect. The demonstrative adjective “these” is used with plural nouns. Therefore, the singular noun “period” must be changed to the plural “periods.” Example: “Artifacts from these eras provide valuable insights.” (Not: “Artifacts from these era provide valuable insights.”)
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Question 8 of 20
8. Question
Marks: +1 and -0.25We then use automated (A)/ algorithms to searched (B)/ for signs of hydrogen (C)/ in the resulting data (D).
0:00Correct
Correct! The infinitive is formed by “to + base form of the verb,” not “to + past tense.” Therefore, “to searched” should be replaced with “to search.” Example: “We use software to analyze the results.” (Not: “We use software to analyzed the results.”)
Incorrect
Incorrect. The infinitive is formed by “to + base form of the verb,” not “to + past tense.” Therefore, “to searched” should be replaced with “to search.” Example: “We use software to analyze the results.” (Not: “We use software to analyzed the results.”)
Unattempted
Incorrect. The infinitive is formed by “to + base form of the verb,” not “to + past tense.” Therefore, “to searched” should be replaced with “to search.” Example: “We use software to analyze the results.” (Not: “We use software to analyzed the results.”)
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Question 9 of 20
9. Question
Marks: +1 and -0.25Though dejected by the unexpected (A)/ development in their schedule, several (B)/ monasteries went about their (C)/ itinerary by skipping the (D)/ visit to the Big Temple .
0:00Correct
Correct! The sentence is grammatically correct. The participle phrase “Though dejected by the unexpected development” correctly modifies the subject “several monasteries,” and the rest of the sentence maintains proper structure and logical flow. Example: “Though disappointed by the sudden change, the team continued with their plan.” (similar correct structure).
Incorrect
Incorrect. The sentence is grammatically correct. The participle phrase “Though dejected by the unexpected development” correctly modifies the subject “several monasteries,” and the rest of the sentence maintains proper structure and logical flow. Example: “Though disappointed by the sudden change, the team continued with their plan.” (similar correct structure).
Unattempted
Incorrect. The sentence is grammatically correct. The participle phrase “Though dejected by the unexpected development” correctly modifies the subject “several monasteries,” and the rest of the sentence maintains proper structure and logical flow. Example: “Though disappointed by the sudden change, the team continued with their plan.” (similar correct structure).
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Question 10 of 20
10. Question
Marks: +1 and -0.25If you’re struggling (A) / to manage your debts, having (B) / trouble making payments on time (C) / or considering declaring bankruptcy, / you may want to get professional financial help. (D)
0:00Correct
Correct! The list of conditions after “If you’re” must maintain parallel structure using present participles (verb + ing). Since “struggling,” “having,” and “considering” are all in the list, “having” should be “having” but the error is that “having” should be “have” to match “struggling.” Actually, “having” is correct as a participle, but the correct parallel structure is “struggling… having… or considering.” The error is that “having” should be “have” to maintain the present continuous with “you’re.” Example: “If you’re eating healthy, exercising regularly, and sleeping well, you will feel better.” (Not: “If you’re eating healthy, exercise regularly, and sleeping well, you will feel better.”)
Incorrect
Incorrect. The list of conditions after “If you’re” must maintain parallel structure using present participles (verb + ing). Since “struggling,” “having,” and “considering” are all in the list, “having” should be “having” but the error is that “having” should be “have” to match “struggling.” Actually, “having” is correct as a participle, but the correct parallel structure is “struggling… having… or considering.” The error is that “having” should be “have” to maintain the present continuous with “you’re.” Example: “If you’re eating healthy, exercising regularly, and sleeping well, you will feel better.” (Not: “If you’re eating healthy, exercise regularly, and sleeping well, you will feel better.”)
Unattempted
Incorrect. The list of conditions after “If you’re” must maintain parallel structure using present participles (verb + ing). Since “struggling,” “having,” and “considering” are all in the list, “having” should be “having” but the error is that “having” should be “have” to match “struggling.” Actually, “having” is correct as a participle, but the correct parallel structure is “struggling… having… or considering.” The error is that “having” should be “have” to maintain the present continuous with “you’re.” Example: “If you’re eating healthy, exercising regularly, and sleeping well, you will feel better.” (Not: “If you’re eating healthy, exercise regularly, and sleeping well, you will feel better.”)
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Question 11 of 20
11. Question
Marks: +1 and -0.25Extreme temperatures can (A)/ compromise air quality by (B)/ making building materials / more likely to degrade (C)/ and generated pollutants (D).
0:00Correct
Correct! The structure “likely to” must be followed by parallel infinitives. Since “to degrade” is an infinitive, the second verb must also be an infinitive. Therefore, “generated” should be replaced with “generate.” Example: “The heat can cause materials to expand and release fumes.” (Not: “The heat can cause materials to expand and released fumes.”)
Incorrect
Incorrect. The structure “likely to” must be followed by parallel infinitives. Since “to degrade” is an infinitive, the second verb must also be an infinitive. Therefore, “generated” should be replaced with “generate.” Example: “The heat can cause materials to expand and release fumes.” (Not: “The heat can cause materials to expand and released fumes.”)
Unattempted
Incorrect. The structure “likely to” must be followed by parallel infinitives. Since “to degrade” is an infinitive, the second verb must also be an infinitive. Therefore, “generated” should be replaced with “generate.” Example: “The heat can cause materials to expand and release fumes.” (Not: “The heat can cause materials to expand and released fumes.”)
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Question 12 of 20
12. Question
Marks: +1 and -0.25The report (A) / submitted by the audit team was comprehensive, / covering all discrepancies identified during the inspection (B) / and highlighted several procedural lapses (C) / that needs immediate corrective action (D).
0:00Correct
Correct! The relative pronoun “that” refers to “procedural lapses,” which is plural. Therefore, the verb must also be plural. “Needs” should be replaced with “need.” Example: “The issues that require attention are listed here.” (Not: “The issues that requires attention is listed here.”)
Incorrect
Incorrect. The relative pronoun “that” refers to “procedural lapses,” which is plural. Therefore, the verb must also be plural. “Needs” should be replaced with “need.” Example: “The issues that require attention are listed here.” (Not: “The issues that requires attention is listed here.”)
Unattempted
Incorrect. The relative pronoun “that” refers to “procedural lapses,” which is plural. Therefore, the verb must also be plural. “Needs” should be replaced with “need.” Example: “The issues that require attention are listed here.” (Not: “The issues that requires attention is listed here.”)
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Question 13 of 20
13. Question
Marks: +1 and -0.25This year’s economic growth is far more stronger than anticipated, (A) / due to increased investment / in infrastructure projects (B) / across multiple sectors (C) / of the economy (D).
0:00Correct
Correct! Using “more” before a comparative adjective like “stronger” is redundant. Either “more strong” or “stronger” should be used, not both. Therefore, “more stronger” should be replaced with “stronger.” Example: “This solution is far better than the previous one.” (Not: “This solution is far more better than the previous one.”)
Incorrect
Incorrect. Using “more” before a comparative adjective like “stronger” is redundant. Either “more strong” or “stronger” should be used, not both. Therefore, “more stronger” should be replaced with “stronger.” Example: “This solution is far better than the previous one.” (Not: “This solution is far more better than the previous one.”)
Unattempted
Incorrect. Using “more” before a comparative adjective like “stronger” is redundant. Either “more strong” or “stronger” should be used, not both. Therefore, “more stronger” should be replaced with “stronger.” Example: “This solution is far better than the previous one.” (Not: “This solution is far more better than the previous one.”)
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Question 14 of 20
14. Question
Marks: +1 and -0.25The officer was appointed as head of the department, / after serving in the organisation (A) / for nearly a decade (B) / with an experience in regulatory affairs (C) / and policy formulation (D).
0:00Correct
Correct! The noun “experience” in this context is uncountable and does not require the indefinite article “an.” Therefore, “with an experience” should be replaced with “with experience.” Example: “She has experience in project management.” (Not: “She has an experience in project management.”)
Incorrect
Incorrect. The noun “experience” in this context is uncountable and does not require the indefinite article “an.” Therefore, “with an experience” should be replaced with “with experience.” Example: “She has experience in project management.” (Not: “She has an experience in project management.”)
Unattempted
Incorrect. The noun “experience” in this context is uncountable and does not require the indefinite article “an.” Therefore, “with an experience” should be replaced with “with experience.” Example: “She has experience in project management.” (Not: “She has an experience in project management.”)
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Question 15 of 20
15. Question
Marks: +1 and -0.25Had the instructions been followed carefully (A) / by the staff, the error (B) / could have been avoided (C) / without causing delay (D) / in the final submission of reports.
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Correct! The sentence is grammatically correct. It uses the third conditional structure “Had + subject + past participle” (inversion) to express an unreal past condition, and the main clause “could have been avoided” correctly uses the perfect modal passive. Example: “Had the warning been heeded, the disaster could have been averted.” (similar correct structure).
Incorrect
Incorrect. The sentence is grammatically correct. It uses the third conditional structure “Had + subject + past participle” (inversion) to express an unreal past condition, and the main clause “could have been avoided” correctly uses the perfect modal passive. Example: “Had the warning been heeded, the disaster could have been averted.” (similar correct structure).
Unattempted
Incorrect. The sentence is grammatically correct. It uses the third conditional structure “Had + subject + past participle” (inversion) to express an unreal past condition, and the main clause “could have been avoided” correctly uses the perfect modal passive. Example: “Had the warning been heeded, the disaster could have been averted.” (similar correct structure).
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Question 16 of 20
16. Question
Marks: +1 and -0.25I asked (A)/ around about (B)/ this mall, (C)/ but no one / had ever / hears of it (D).
0:00Correct
Correct! The past perfect tense is formed with “had + past participle.” Therefore, “hears” (present tense) should be replaced with the past participle “heard.” Example: “No one had ever seen such a phenomenon before.” (Not: “No one had ever sees such a phenomenon before.”)
Incorrect
Incorrect. The past perfect tense is formed with “had + past participle.” Therefore, “hears” (present tense) should be replaced with the past participle “heard.” Example: “No one had ever seen such a phenomenon before.” (Not: “No one had ever sees such a phenomenon before.”)
Unattempted
Incorrect. The past perfect tense is formed with “had + past participle.” Therefore, “hears” (present tense) should be replaced with the past participle “heard.” Example: “No one had ever seen such a phenomenon before.” (Not: “No one had ever sees such a phenomenon before.”)
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Question 17 of 20
17. Question
Marks: +1 and -0.25John tried to (A)/ act normal, but you / could told from (B)/ his facial expression / that he was (C)/ very angry (D).
0:00Correct
Correct! After a modal verb like “could,” the base form of the verb must be used, not the past tense or past participle. Therefore, “could told” should be replaced with “could tell.” Example: “You could see from her smile that she was happy.” (Not: “You could saw from her smile that she was happy.”)
Incorrect
Incorrect. After a modal verb like “could,” the base form of the verb must be used, not the past tense or past participle. Therefore, “could told” should be replaced with “could tell.” Example: “You could see from her smile that she was happy.” (Not: “You could saw from her smile that she was happy.”)
Unattempted
Incorrect. After a modal verb like “could,” the base form of the verb must be used, not the past tense or past participle. Therefore, “could told” should be replaced with “could tell.” Example: “You could see from her smile that she was happy.” (Not: “You could saw from her smile that she was happy.”)
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Question 18 of 20
18. Question
Marks: +1 and -0.25I warned you (A)/ not to cross the (B)/ speed limits, / but you has (C)/ this habit of / disobeying me (D).
0:00Correct
Correct! The subject “you” always takes the plural verb “have,” regardless of whether it refers to one person or more. Therefore, “you has” should be replaced with “you have.” Example: “You have a responsibility to be on time.” (Not: “You has a responsibility to be on time.”)
Incorrect
Incorrect. The subject “you” always takes the plural verb “have,” regardless of whether it refers to one person or more. Therefore, “you has” should be replaced with “you have.” Example: “You have a responsibility to be on time.” (Not: “You has a responsibility to be on time.”)
Unattempted
Incorrect. The subject “you” always takes the plural verb “have,” regardless of whether it refers to one person or more. Therefore, “you has” should be replaced with “you have.” Example: “You have a responsibility to be on time.” (Not: “You has a responsibility to be on time.”)
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Question 19 of 20
19. Question
Marks: +1 and -0.25Not only / my best friend (A)/ but also her parents (B)/ is going to (C)/ attend my wedding (D).
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Correct! When two subjects are joined by “not only… but also,” the verb agrees with the subject closer to it. Here, “her parents” (plural) is closer, so the verb must be plural. Therefore, “is going” should be replaced with “are going.” Example: “Not only the teacher but also the students are excited.” (Not: “Not only the teacher but also the students is excited.”)
Incorrect
Incorrect. When two subjects are joined by “not only… but also,” the verb agrees with the subject closer to it. Here, “her parents” (plural) is closer, so the verb must be plural. Therefore, “is going” should be replaced with “are going.” Example: “Not only the teacher but also the students are excited.” (Not: “Not only the teacher but also the students is excited.”)
Unattempted
Incorrect. When two subjects are joined by “not only… but also,” the verb agrees with the subject closer to it. Here, “her parents” (plural) is closer, so the verb must be plural. Therefore, “is going” should be replaced with “are going.” Example: “Not only the teacher but also the students are excited.” (Not: “Not only the teacher but also the students is excited.”)
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Question 20 of 20
20. Question
Marks: +1 and -0.25Evolutionary psychologists believes (A)/that moral judgments help communities (B)/ resolve conflicts while minimizing (C)/the costs associated with those conflicts. (D)
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Correct! The subject “psychologists” is plural, so the verb must also be plural. Therefore, “believes” should be replaced with “believe.” Example: “Scientists believe that climate change is real.” (Not: “Scientists believes that climate change is real.”)
Incorrect
Incorrect. The subject “psychologists” is plural, so the verb must also be plural. Therefore, “believes” should be replaced with “believe.” Example: “Scientists believe that climate change is real.” (Not: “Scientists believes that climate change is real.”)
Unattempted
Incorrect. The subject “psychologists” is plural, so the verb must also be plural. Therefore, “believes” should be replaced with “believe.” Example: “Scientists believe that climate change is real.” (Not: “Scientists believes that climate change is real.”)
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