7085 + Mcqs in Grammar Page 117 McqOptions

5801.	Directions: Fill in the space with an infinitive:It is easy _____ but hard to finish.
A.	to end
B.	to fall
C.	to lose
D.	to begin
Answer» E.

Discussion

5802.	Directions: Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. In case no substitution is needed, select 'No substitution required'.There are some people who think they are God’s gift to mankind.
A.	which think they must have been
B.	that think they had been
C.	No substitution required
D.	whose thinking is that they were
Answer» D. whose thinking is that they were

Discussion

5803.	Directions: Select the most appropriate indirect form of the given sentence.Amit said to me, “Your parents are waiting for you.”
A.	Amit told me that his parents were waiting for me.
B.	Amit told me that your parents are waiting for you.
C.	Amit asked me if my parents were waiting for me.
D.	Amit told me that my parents were waiting for me.
Answer» E.

Discussion

5804.	Directions: In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which will improve the bracketed part of the sentence. In case no improvement is needed, select 'no improvement'.I spoke to (my all) friends and finalised the plan.
A.	my every
B.	every my
C.	all my
D.	No improvement
Answer» D. No improvement

Discussion

5805.	Choose the correct words to ﬁll in the blanks. One ____ the two elevators ____ the building has been ______ repair _____ nearly two weeks.
A.	among; from; in; for
B.	of; from; under; since
C.	in; in; in; for
D.	of; in; under; for
Answer» E.

Discussion

5806.	Choose the option with the appropriate punctuation inserted in the given sentence.Milton one of the greatest English poets was blind
A.	Milton one of the greatest English, poets, was blind.
B.	Milton one of the greatest, English poets was blind
C.	Milton, one of the greatest English poets, was blind;
D.	Milton, one of the greatest English poets, was blind.
Answer» E.

Discussion

5807.	Find the part of the given sentence that has an error in it. If there is no error, choose ‘No error’.He was one (1)/ of the best (2)/ maths teacher availability (3)/ No error (4)
A.	2
B.	3
C.	1
D.	4
Answer» C. 1

Discussion

5808.	Find out the subject in the following sentence: On the top of the hill lives a hermit.
A.	the hill
B.	a hermit
C.	On the top
D.	On the top of the hill
Answer» C. On the top

Discussion

5809.	Identify the segment in the sentence which contains the grammatical error from the given options.The addition of coconut milk is a healthy alternative to corn ﬂour or any other thickening agent, as it’s also lactose-free for those who are troubled by milk.
A.	The addition of coconut milk is a healthy
B.	alternative to corn ﬂour or any other thickening agent,
C.	as it’s also lactose-free for those who are troubled by milk.
D.	No error
Answer» E.

Discussion

5810.	From the given options, identify the segment in the sentence which contains the grammatical error.The speech he made on his visit to our college concerning our society’s needs have bothered me greatly.
A.	The speech
B.	have bothered
C.	on his visit
D.	concerning our
Answer» C. on his visit

Discussion

5811.	Identify the interjection from the following sentence:Yippee! I made this picture all by myself.
A.	made
B.	picture
C.	myself
D.	Yippee
Answer» E.

Discussion

5812.	In the following question, the given sentence has four parts marked P, Q, R and S. Choose the part of the sentence with the error and mark as your answer. If there is no error, mark 'No error (S)' as your answer.Earth's deserts (P)/ is a land of extremes, (Q) /constantly pushing life to the limit. (R)/ No error (S)
A.	P
B.	Q
C.	R
D.	S
Answer» C. R

Discussion

5813.	Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.(No sooner after) she was jailed for her conviction on corruption charges, they began taking keen interest in her.
A.	No soon after
B.	Soon after
C.	Sooner after
D.	No improvement
Answer» C. Sooner after

Discussion

5814.	Direction: Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No substitution required’.Had I a rich person, I would share my wealth.
A.	Were I
B.	I am
C.	No substitution required
D.	Had I been
Answer» B. I am

Discussion

5815.	Fill in the blank with the appropriate option:My friend has been living in Canada ___________ two years.
A.	for
B.	with
C.	of
D.	to
Answer» B. with

Discussion

5816.	Choose the most appropriate option to change the voice (active/passive) form of the given sentence.My birthday was celebrated by my colleagues at the office today.
A.	My colleagues will celebrate my birthday at the office today.
B.	My colleagues have celebrated my birthday at the office today.
C.	My colleagues are celebrating my birthday at the office today.
D.	My colleagues celebrated my birthday at the office today.
Answer» E.

Discussion

5817.	Change from assertive to negative:He is greater than I am.
A.	I am not as great as him.
B.	I am not so great as he is.
C.	I am not as great as he is.
D.	I am not so great as him.
Answer» E.

Discussion

5818.	Identify the best way to improve the underlined part of the given sentence. If there is no improvement required, select ‘no improvement’.The metro service is so good that one doesn’t have to wait since a few minutes.
A.	for some few minutes
B.	up to a few minutes
C.	No improvement
D.	beyond a few minutes
Answer» E.

Discussion

5819.	Below are three alternatives which may be used to improve the sentence by replacing the words given in the brackets. You may choose option 1, 2 or 3. In case no improvement is needed, choose 4.The boss has instructed all of us to finish the project by tomorrow, (isn't it)?
A.	didn't she?
B.	hasn't she?
C.	has she?
D.	no improvement
Answer» C. has she?

Discussion

5820.	Directions: Out of the given options, choose the one which is the correct passive voice of the sentence given below.The principal will meet the students this evening.
A.	The students could be met by the principal this evening.
B.	The students will be met by the principal this evening.
C.	The students can be met by the principal this evening.
D.	The students should be met by the principal this evening.
Answer» C. The students can be met by the principal this evening.

Discussion

5821.	Choose the appropriate adjective to fill in the blank.The man who came out of the cave had a/an ______ appearance and it made the people bow to him.
A.	imperial
B.	royalty
C.	renowned
D.	king
Answer» B. royalty

Discussion

5822.	In the following question, the sentence given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.Only one of the students ______ not done the homework given yesterda
A.	Is
B.	Has
C.	Could
D.	Have
Answer» C. Could

Discussion

5823.	In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error,select 'No Error'.Several visitors are (1)/ expected to visit the (2)/ trade fair this weekend. (3)/ No Error (4)
A.	1
B.	2
C.	3
D.	4
Answer» E.

Discussion

5824.	Look at the underlined part of each sentence. Below each sentence are given three possible substitutions for the underlined part. If one of them is better than the underlined part, select that part as your answer. If none of the substitutions improves the sentence, mark (d) as your answer.The boy told his teacher to explain the passage.
A.	asked his teacher
B.	said to his teacher
C.	invited his teacher
D.	No improvement
Answer» B. said to his teacher

Discussion

5825.	In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No error'. I had finished my household chores (1)/ before he reached (2)/ to my place. (3)/ No Error (4)
A.	1
B.	2
C.	3
D.	4
Answer» D. 4

Discussion

5826.	Fill in the blanks with the most suitable option:The walkers finally arrived at their destination. They _________ all day, and they certainly needed a rest. They _______ thirty miles.
A.	walked; walked
B.	had walked; had been walking
C.	had been walking; had walked
D.	have been walking; had walked
Answer» E.

Discussion

5827.	In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.The salaried class may feel hard done by (1)/ and the young may not seeing a swift surge in (2)/ employment opportunities as a result of the Budget proposals. (3)/ No error (4)
A.	1
B.	2
C.	3
D.	4
Answer» C. 3

Discussion

5828.	Fill in the blank with the correct preposition.The Opposition party called for the Minister's resignation_____ the scandal broke.
A.	after
B.	across
C.	along
D.	in
Answer» B. across

Discussion

5829.	Directions: Look at the underlined part of each sentence. Below each sentence are given three possible substitutions for the underlined part. If one of them is better than the underlined part, select that part as your answer. If none of the substitutions improves the sentence, mark (d) as your answer.If you are living near a marketplace you should be ready to bear the disturbances caused by traffic.
A.	to bear upon
B.	to bear with
C.	to bear away
D.	No improvement
Answer» C. to bear away

Discussion

5830.	Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.Systematic desensitization is a process in which the patients seeking help slowly (became accustomed) to their phobia
A.	Becomes accustomed
B.	Becomes accustom
C.	Become accustomed
D.	No improvement
Answer» D. No improvement

Discussion

5831.	Change the following sentence into indirect form:The teacher said, "Be quiet, boys".
A.	The teacher said that the boys should be quiet
B.	The teacher called the boys and ordered them to be quiet
C.	The teacher urged the boys to be quiet.
D.	The teacher commanded the boys that they be quiet
Answer» D. The teacher commanded the boys that they be quiet

Discussion

5832.	Identify the segment in the sentence which contains a grammatical error.There were some team members who do not agreed to the coach’s suggestions about changing their strategy.
A.	to the coach’s suggestions
B.	who do not agreed
C.	There were some team members
D.	about changing their strategy.
Answer» C. There were some team members

Discussion

5833.	Fill in the blanks with the correct option:All the best bargains were snapped up______ hours.
A.	at
B.	with
C.	within
D.	till
Answer» D. till

Discussion

5834.	In the following question, a sentence is given with a blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.It is famous for its __________ design.
A.	Peculiar
B.	Peculiarity
C.	Peculiarly
D.	Peculiars
Answer» B. Peculiarity

Discussion

5835.	Direction: The correct passive voice of the given sentence is:-Will anyone believe your story?
A.	Will your story be believed by anyone?
B.	Will your story having been believed by anyone?
C.	Will you be believed for story by anyone?
D.	Will your story to be believed by anyone?
Answer» B. Will your story having been believed by anyone?

Discussion

5836.	Choose the correct preposition in the given sentence.Don’t cry ___ spilt milk.
A.	on
B.	for
C.	over
D.	with
Answer» D. with

Discussion

5837.	Identify the segment in the sentence that contains a grammatical error.Not only they won / the test match / but they also / broke many previous records.
A.	broke many previous records.
B.	the test match
C.	but they also
D.	Not only they won
Answer» E.

Discussion

5838.	Each of the following sentences has a word or phrase underlined. Read the sentences carefully and find which part of speech the underlined word is. Indicate your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.The most beautiful seven monkeys of the landlord were taken for a stroll.
A.	Object
B.	Adjective
C.	Noun phrase
D.	Noun
Answer» C. Noun phrase

Discussion

5839.	Directions: Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select No improvement.There is no reason why you should remain tense when I was promising to help you.
A.	No improvement.
B.	I promised helping you
C.	I have promised to help you
D.	I promising to help you
Answer» D. I promising to help you

Discussion

5840.	In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error,select 'No Error'.A chain is only (1)/ as strong as (2)/ its weakest link (3)./ No Error (4)
A.	1
B.	2
C.	3
D.	4
Answer» E.

Discussion

5841.	A sentence has been given in Direct/Indirect Speech. Out of the four given alternatives, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Indirect/Direct Speech.“Where do you come from?” asked the stranger.
A.	The stranger enquired about my location.
B.	The stranger enquired where I came from.
C.	The stranger says where do I come from.
D.	The stranger asked where did I came from
Answer» C. The stranger says where do I come from.

Discussion

5842.	In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select No Error.He explained that the pillars of tribalism (1)/ that humans relied on for security would always (2)/ fill any significant cultural or social change. (3)/ No error (4)
A.	1
B.	2
C.	3
D.	4
Answer» D. 4

Discussion

5843.	In the following question, a sentence has been given in Direct/Indirect speech. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Indirect/Direct speech.The doctor advised the patients to give up smoking.
A.	The doctor said to the patients, "Why don't you give up smoking?"
B.	The doctor said to the patients, "You should give up smoking."
C.	The doctor said to the patients, "Give up smoking."
D.	The doctor said to the patient, "I am advising you to give up smoking."
Answer» D. The doctor said to the patient, "I am advising you to give up smoking."

Discussion

5844.	In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.Experts have predict that (A)/ within ten years ethanol will emerge (B)/ as the primary automatic fuel in the world. (C)/ No error (D)
A.	A
B.	B
C.	C
D.	D
Answer» B. B

Discussion

5845.	In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which will improve the bracketed part of the sentence. In case no improvement is needed, select "no improvement".Maybe they (has had) a fight.
A.	were had
B.	was having
C.	were having
D.	no improvement
Answer» D. no improvement

Discussion

5846.	Directions: Choose the correct preposition for the blank given below:She has great affection ______ her grandchildren.
A.	within
B.	into
C.	against
D.	for
Answer» E.

Discussion

5847.	In the following question, a sentence / a part of the sentence is underlined. Below are given alternatives to the underlined part which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is required, choose "No Improvement" option.If I were you I'd kill him.
A.	I will kill
B.	I should kill
C.	I must kill
D.	No improvement
Answer» E.

Discussion

5848.	In the given sentence identify the segment which contains the grammatical error. My hotel in Goa had a wonderful view of the sea in the window.
A.	of the sea
B.	My hotel in Goa
C.	in the window
D.	had a wonderful view
Answer» D. had a wonderful view

Discussion

5849.	I wonder what he has done /(1) with the book (2) I lend him. /(3) No error /(4)
A.	1
B.	2
C.	3
D.	4
Answer» D. 4

Discussion

5850.	In the following question, a sentence has been given in Active/Passive Voice. Choose the correct option which best expresses the sentence in Passive/Active voice.She had been appointed by the company as the in-charge to look after the issues
A.	The company had appointed her as the in-charge to look after the issues.
B.	The company was appointed her as the in-charge to look after the issues.
C.	The company has appointed her as the in-charge to look after the issues.
D.	The company appointed her as the in-charge to look after the issues.
Answer» B. The company was appointed her as the in-charge to look after the issues.

Discussion

Explore topic-wise MCQs in BITSAT.

Directions: Fill in the space with an infinitive:It is easy _____ but hard to finish.

Directions: Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. In case no substitution is needed, select 'No substitution required'.There are some people who think they are God’s gift to mankind.

Directions: Select the most appropriate indirect form of the given sentence.Amit said to me, “Your parents are waiting for you.”

Directions: In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which will improve the bracketed part of the sentence. In case no improvement is needed, select 'no improvement'.I spoke to (my all) friends and finalised the plan.

Choose the correct words to ﬁll in the blanks. One ____ the two elevators ____ the building has been ______ repair _____ nearly two weeks.

Choose the option with the appropriate punctuation inserted in the given sentence.Milton one of the greatest English poets was blind

Find the part of the given sentence that has an error in it. If there is no error, choose ‘No error’.He was one (1)/ of the best (2)/ maths teacher availability (3)/ No error (4)

Find out the subject in the following sentence: On the top of the hill lives a hermit.

Identify the segment in the sentence which contains the grammatical error from the given options.The addition of coconut milk is a healthy alternative to corn ﬂour or any other thickening agent, as it’s also lactose-free for those who are troubled by milk.

From the given options, identify the segment in the sentence which contains the grammatical error.The speech he made on his visit to our college concerning our society’s needs have bothered me greatly.

Identify the interjection from the following sentence:Yippee! I made this picture all by myself.

Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.(No sooner after) she was jailed for her conviction on corruption charges, they began taking keen interest in her.

Direction: Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No substitution required’.Had I a rich person, I would share my wealth.

Fill in the blank with the appropriate option:My friend has been living in Canada ___________ two years.

Choose the most appropriate option to change the voice (active/passive) form of the given sentence.My birthday was celebrated by my colleagues at the office today.

Change from assertive to negative:He is greater than I am.

Identify the best way to improve the underlined part of the given sentence. If there is no improvement required, select ‘no improvement’.The metro service is so good that one doesn’t have to wait since a few minutes.

Below are three alternatives which may be used to improve the sentence by replacing the words given in the brackets. You may choose option 1, 2 or 3. In case no improvement is needed, choose 4.The boss has instructed all of us to finish the project by tomorrow, (isn't it)?

Directions: Out of the given options, choose the one which is the correct passive voice of the sentence given below.The principal will meet the students this evening.

Choose the appropriate adjective to fill in the blank.The man who came out of the cave had a/an ______ appearance and it made the people bow to him.

In the following question, the sentence given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.Only one of the students ______ not done the homework given yesterda

Fill in the blanks with the most suitable option:The walkers finally arrived at their destination. They _________ all day, and they certainly needed a rest. They _______ thirty miles.

Fill in the blank with the correct preposition.The Opposition party called for the Minister's resignation_____ the scandal broke.

Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.Systematic desensitization is a process in which the patients seeking help slowly (became accustomed) to their phobia

Change the following sentence into indirect form:The teacher said, "Be quiet, boys".

Identify the segment in the sentence which contains a grammatical error.There were some team members who do not agreed to the coach’s suggestions about changing their strategy.

Fill in the blanks with the correct option:All the best bargains were snapped up______ hours.

In the following question, a sentence is given with a blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.It is famous for its __________ design.

Direction: The correct passive voice of the given sentence is:-Will anyone believe your story?

Choose the correct preposition in the given sentence.Don’t cry ___ spilt milk.

Identify the segment in the sentence that contains a grammatical error.Not only they won / the test match / but they also / broke many previous records.

Each of the following sentences has a word or phrase underlined. Read the sentences carefully and find which part of speech the underlined word is. Indicate your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.The most beautiful seven monkeys of the landlord were taken for a stroll.

Directions: Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select No improvement.There is no reason why you should remain tense when I was promising to help you.

In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error,select 'No Error'.A chain is only (1)/ as strong as (2)/ its weakest link (3)./ No Error (4)

A sentence has been given in Direct/Indirect Speech. Out of the four given alternatives, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Indirect/Direct Speech.“Where do you come from?” asked the stranger.

In the following question, a sentence has been given in Direct/Indirect speech. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Indirect/Direct speech.The doctor advised the patients to give up smoking.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which will improve the bracketed part of the sentence. In case no improvement is needed, select "no improvement".Maybe they (has had) a fight.

Directions: Choose the correct preposition for the blank given below:She has great affection ______ her grandchildren.

In the following question, a sentence / a part of the sentence is underlined. Below are given alternatives to the underlined part which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is required, choose "No Improvement" option.If I were you I'd kill him.

In the given sentence identify the segment which contains the grammatical error. My hotel in Goa had a wonderful view of the sea in the window.

I wonder what he has done /(1) with the book (2) I lend him. /(3) No error /(4)

In the following question, a sentence has been given in Active/Passive Voice. Choose the correct option which best expresses the sentence in Passive/Active voice.She had been appointed by the company as the in-charge to look after the issues

Choose the correct words to ﬁll in the blanks. One the two elevators the building has been repair ___ nearly two weeks.

Fill in the blanks with the most suitable option:The walkers finally arrived at their destination. They ___ all day, and they certainly needed a rest. They _ thirty miles.