7085 + Mcqs in Grammar Page 32 McqOptions

1551.	Direction: Each of the following sentences in this section has a blank space and four words or group of words given after the sentence. Select the word or group of words you consider most appropriate for the blank space and indicate your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.I am used to ______ in queues.
A.	stand
B.	standing
C.	stand up
D.	standing still
Answer» C. stand up

Discussion

1552.	Directions: Find the plural of the given word-'Thief'
A.	thievs
B.	thivee
C.	thiefs
D.	thieves
Answer» E.

Discussion

1553.	From the given options, identify the segment in the sentence which contains the grammatical error.My sister tried to tempt me with sweets so that I ought not tell our parents about the vase she broke.
A.	with sweets
B.	ought not tell
C.	tried to tempt me
D.	about the vase
Answer» C. tried to tempt me

Discussion

1554.	Directions: Each item in this section has a sentence that has multiple parts. Find out the error/ no error and indicate your response from the options (a), (b), (c) and (d) on the Answer Sheet.Iron is the most useful against all metals.
A.	Iron is
B.	the most useful
C.	against all metals
D.	No error
Answer» D. No error

Discussion

1555.	Directions: Choose the appropriate preposition for the given sentence:The buyers have asked us ______ heavy discounts.
A.	at
B.	on
C.	from
D.	for
Answer» E.

Discussion

1556.	Directions: In the sentence identify the segment which contains the grammatical error.Everyone are very well equipped with his own weapons.
A.	with his
B.	own weapons
C.	Everyone are
D.	very well equipped
Answer» D. very well equipped

Discussion

1557.	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 it as your answer. If there is no error, mark 'No error (S)' as your answer.Ancient jewellery or decoration (P) / has a new meaning (Q) / with the discovery bone ornaments. (R) / No error (S)
A.	P
B.	Q
C.	R
D.	S
Answer» D. S

Discussion

1558.	Directions: Select the word segment that substitutes (replaces) the bracketed word segment correctly and completes the sentence meaningfully. Select the option 'no correction required' if the sentence is correct as given.(No sooner did we arrived) at the airport than we got into an argument with the cab driver.
A.	No sooner had we arrive
B.	No sooner than we arrived
C.	No sooner did we arrive
D.	No correction required
Answer» D. No correction required

Discussion

1559.	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. He said that she was coming that year.
A.	He said,"She will come this year."
B.	He said,"She is coming this year."
C.	He said,"Come this year."
D.	He said,"She was coming that year."
Answer» C. He said,"Come this year."

Discussion

1560.	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.A lively person is always ______ great company.
A.	a
B.	an
C.	the
D.	No option is correct
Answer» B. an

Discussion

1561.	Directions: In the given sentence identify the segment which contains the grammatical error.The Commonwealth Games had a grand opening ceremony with spectacular cultural performings.
A.	cultural performings
B.	a grand opening
C.	with spectacular
D.	The Commonwealth Games had
Answer» B. a grand opening

Discussion

1562.	In the question below, three statements are given which may or may not contain an error in any part of the sentence.Identify the statements containing an error and also point out the part containing the error.I. The flight could not land (a)/ as per schedule because the pilot (b) / couldn't see the runaway (c) / due to poor visibility (d).II.The lions in this area prey on deer (a) / and other wild animals (b)/ and when a lion attacks a herd of animals (c) / it attacks the weakest one in the herd (d). III.Custom officers have (a) / the right to check (b) / all luggages (c) / going through customs (d).
A.	I-b and III-a
B.	I-c and III-c
C.	II-a and III-d
D.	II-d and III-a
E.	I-d and II-b
Answer» C. II-a and III-d

Discussion

1563.	Each item in this section has a sentence with three parts labelled as (a), (b) ad (c). Read each sentence to find out whether there is any error in any part and indicate your response on the Answer Sheet against the corresponding letter i.e., (a) or (b) or (c). If you find no error, your response should be indicated as (d).Language is /(a) an essential modes of communication /(b) and every language matters in communication. /(c) No error. /(d)
A.	(a)
B.	(b)
C.	(c)
D.	(d)
Answer» C. (c)

Discussion

1564.	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.I would die ______ I lie.
A.	before
B.	till
C.	until
D.	since
Answer» B. till

Discussion

1565.	Of in 'He is a man of word' is an example of Preposition of _______
A.	manner
B.	position
C.	place
D.	reason
Answer» B. position

Discussion

1566.	Identify the segment in the sentence which contains the grammatical error. Through the death of his father he inherited a lot of money and property.
A.	he inherited a lot of
B.	money and property.
C.	of his father
D.	Through the death
Answer» E.

Discussion

1567.	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 phone that (1)/my father bought was different (2)/from your. (3)/No Error (4)
A.	1
B.	2
C.	3
D.	4
Answer» D. 4

Discussion

1568.	In the following question, a sentence has been given in Active/Passive Voice. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Passive/Active Voice.Arun has written a newspaper report on the inauguration of Delhi Metro Railways.
A.	A newspaper report on the inaugration of Delhi Metro Railways have been written by Arun.
B.	A newspaper report on the inaugration of Delhi Metro Railways had been written by Arun.
C.	A newspaper report on the inaugration of Delhi Metro Railways is written by Arun.
D.	A newspaper report on the inaugration of Delhi Metro Railways has been written by Arun.
Answer» E.

Discussion

1569.	Directions: Which of these is an Intransitive verb?
A.	Sell
B.	Growl
C.	Read
D.	Finished
Answer» C. Read

Discussion

1570.	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'.When I returned I felt (1)/ a big cat brush side me (2)/ as I opened the door. (3)/No Error (4)
A.	1
B.	2
C.	3
D.	4
Answer» C. 3

Discussion

1571.	Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.These incidents tend to pick-up post monsoon, (there could be) urgent need to focus on preventive measures.
A.	there is an
B.	there was an
C.	there could have been an
D.	No improvement
Answer» B. there was an

Discussion

1572.	Neither of the two letters of credit-(a), were useful-(b), when he needed it-(c), No error-(d)
A.	a
B.	b
C.	c
D.	d
Answer» C. c

Discussion

1573.	Directions: Identify the segment in the sentence that contains a grammatical error.I won’t hold you up for so very long as you are busy.
A.	so very long
B.	you up for
C.	as you are busy
D.	I won’t hold
Answer» B. you up for

Discussion

1574.	Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.His policies (were seen by much as) crimping investment at a time slumping copper prices were weighing on the economy.
A.	Were seen by mostly as
B.	Were seen by many as
C.	Were seen by majorly as
D.	No improvement
Answer» C. Were seen by majorly as

Discussion

1575.	Directions: Find the grammatically incorrect word or line from the following sentence.She is one of those I)/ persons whom, I am sure II)/ always do their best III)/ even in the most trying circumstances IV)
A.	I
B.	II
C.	III
D.	IV
Answer» C. III

Discussion

1576.	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 has been (1)/ working here (2)/ for quite some time (3)/ No Error (4)
A.	1
B.	2
C.	3
D.	4
Answer» E.

Discussion

1577.	In the sentence identify the segment which contains the grammatical error.Supriya asked Kiran that where had her mother gone when the results of the contest were being declared.
A.	when the results of the contest
B.	were being declared
C.	that where had her mother gone
D.	Supriya asked Kiran
Answer» D. Supriya asked Kiran

Discussion

1578.	In the following question, 2 columns are given containing three phrases/ sentence each. In the first column sentences A, B, C and in the second column D, E, F are given. A sentence from the first column may or may not connect with another sentence/ phrase from the second column to make a grammatically and contextually correct sentence. Each question has five options, four of which display the sequences of the sentences. If none of the above is the answer, then mark option (e) as the answer.Column 1 Column 2 A. A majority of the people supported the cause D. there have been countless murders B. Though it sounds simple it may appear E. elephants trampling the rice fields C. The government will provide for the organisation F. public consent is necessary for a democracy
A.	A-E
B.	B-D
C.	C-E
D.	A-F
E.	None of the above
Answer» F.

Discussion

1579.	Directions - The sentence is divided into four parts. Find out which part has an error mark it as your answer. If there is no error, mark 'No error' as your answer.Virat Kohli is the (A)/ richest and smarter (B)/ cricketer of the modern era (C). No error (D)
A.	A
B.	B
C.	C
D.	D
Answer» C. C

Discussion

1580.	Direction: In the following question, a sentence is given in Direct/Indirect speech. Out of the four alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the sentence in Indirect/Direct speech.He asked me if I was not thinking of investing then.
A.	He said to me, “Are you thinking of investing then?”
B.	He said to me, “Haven’t you thought of investing then?”
C.	He said to me, “Are you not thinking of investing now?”
D.	He said to me, “Have you thought of investing now?”
Answer» D. He said to me, “Have you thought of investing now?”

Discussion

1581.	Direction: Choose the correct preposition:It is terrible that some people are dying _____ hunger while others eat too much.
A.	from
B.	on
C.	in
D.	at
Answer» B. on

Discussion

1582.	Direction: In the following question, a sentence is given in Direct/Indirect speech. Out of the four alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the sentence in Indirect/Direct speech.Tom said that he would paint the fence himself.
A.	Tom is saying, “I will paint the fence myself.”
B.	Tom said, “I will paint the fence myself.”
C.	Tom said, “He had painted the fence himself.”
D.	Tom said, “He would paint the fence myself.”
Answer» C. Tom said, “He had painted the fence himself.”

Discussion

1583.	Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.By rescuing the child from the fire, the local resident (added another feather to his cap).
A.	did not make a significant achievement
B.	was gifted with precious thing
C.	was crowned and rewarded
D.	No improvement
Answer» E.

Discussion

1584.	Identify the segment in the sentence, which contains the grammatical error.Hardly he had stepped out of the house when a tree fell on the roof.
A.	out of
B.	Hardly he had
C.	when a tree
D.	fell on the roof
Answer» C. when a tree

Discussion

1585.	Identify the segment in the sentence, which contains the grammatical error.Unless you do not run fast, you cannot catch the bus.
A.	you do not
B.	catch the bus.
C.	you cannot
D.	run fast
Answer» B. catch the bus.

Discussion

1586.	I shall leave school-(a), as soon as-(b), I shall find a job-(c), No error-(d)
A.	a
B.	b
C.	c
D.	d
Answer» D. d

Discussion

1587.	Directions: Select the correct active form of the given sentence. Let the music be played softly.
A.	You must play the music softly.
B.	The music is playing softly.
C.	Play the music softly.
D.	Can you play the music softly?
Answer» D. Can you play the music softly?

Discussion

1588.	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.Sir Krishnamurthy teaches very well, (isn't it)?
A.	didn't he
B.	doesn't he
C.	wasn't it
D.	No improvement
Answer» C. wasn't it

Discussion

1589.	Change the given sentence into indirect speech.I said to the boys, "You should do your duty".
A.	I said to the boys that you should do their duty.
B.	I told the boys that they should do their duty.
C.	I told the boys that you should do your duty.
D.	I ordered the boys that they should do your duty.
Answer» C. I told the boys that you should do your duty.

Discussion

1590.	Change the following sentence into passive voice.Tell Rohan about his performance.
A.	Rohan is told about his performance.
B.	Let Rohan be told about his performance.
C.	Let Rohan should tell about his performance.
D.	We should tell Rohan about his performance.
Answer» C. Let Rohan should tell about his performance.

Discussion

1591.	Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.Anshika (held) a party when she got her L.L.B. degree.
A.	gave
B.	promised
C.	planned
D.	No improvement
Answer» B. promised

Discussion

1592.	Directions: Out of the given options, choose the one which is the correct active voice of the sentence given below.By whom were you given these orders?
A.	Who gave you these orders?
B.	Who has given you these orders?
C.	Who had given you these orders?
D.	Who was giving you these orders?
Answer» B. Who has given you these orders?

Discussion

1593.	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'. People are wanting (A)/ to see the home team (B)/ win the game. (C)/ No Error (D)
A.	A
B.	B
C.	C
D.	D
Answer» B. B

Discussion

1594.	Choose the appropriate verb to fill in the blank.If he ______ a lot of money to spare. he would have helped the children who could not continue their studies
A.	had
B.	had had
C.	Were having
D.	has
Answer» C. Were having

Discussion

1595.	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’.Lot of times she advised him for not being lazy for completing such a tough task.
A.	A lot of times
B.	Much of time
C.	A lot of time
D.	No improvement
Answer» B. Much of time

Discussion

1596.	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.She looked ______ her crown everywhere.
A.	For
B.	In
C.	All
D.	Of
Answer» B. In

Discussion

1597.	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'. You better (A)/ consult a doctor(B)/ immediately.(C)/ No error(D)
A.	A
B.	B
C.	C
D.	D
Answer» B. B

Discussion

1598.	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.I wish I ______ the answer.
A.	knowing
B.	has been known
C.	knows
D.	knew
Answer» E.

Discussion

1599.	Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.The experience so far has been that many who struggle to access jobs are (discriminated about), forcing them to drop out.
A.	Discriminated against
B.	Discriminated for
C.	Discriminated to
D.	No improvement
Answer» B. Discriminated for

Discussion

1600.	In the sentence identify the segment which contains the grammatical error.Our nation can make significant growth but if we all work collectively.
A.	Our nation can
B.	make significant growth
C.	but if we all
D.	work collectively
Answer» D. work collectively

Discussion

Explore topic-wise MCQs in BITSAT.

Directions: Find the plural of the given word-'Thief'

From the given options, identify the segment in the sentence which contains the grammatical error.My sister tried to tempt me with sweets so that I ought not tell our parents about the vase she broke.

Directions: Each item in this section has a sentence that has multiple parts. Find out the error/ no error and indicate your response from the options (a), (b), (c) and (d) on the Answer Sheet.Iron is the most useful against all metals.

Directions: Choose the appropriate preposition for the given sentence:The buyers have asked us ______ heavy discounts.

Directions: In the sentence identify the segment which contains the grammatical error.Everyone are very well equipped with his own weapons.

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. He said that she was coming that year.

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.A lively person is always ______ great company.

Directions: In the given sentence identify the segment which contains the grammatical error.The Commonwealth Games had a grand opening ceremony with spectacular cultural performings.

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.I would die ______ I lie.

Of in 'He is a man of word' is an example of Preposition of _______

Identify the segment in the sentence which contains the grammatical error. Through the death of his father he inherited a lot of money and property.

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 phone that (1)/my father bought was different (2)/from your. (3)/No Error (4)

In the following question, a sentence has been given in Active/Passive Voice. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Passive/Active Voice.Arun has written a newspaper report on the inauguration of Delhi Metro Railways.

Directions: Which of these is an Intransitive verb?

Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.These incidents tend to pick-up post monsoon, (there could be) urgent need to focus on preventive measures.

Neither of the two letters of credit-(a), were useful-(b), when he needed it-(c), No error-(d)

Directions: Identify the segment in the sentence that contains a grammatical error.I won’t hold you up for so very long as you are busy.

Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.His policies (were seen by much as) crimping investment at a time slumping copper prices were weighing on the economy.

Directions: Find the grammatically incorrect word or line from the following sentence.She is one of those I)/ persons whom, I am sure II)/ always do their best III)/ even in the most trying circumstances IV)

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 has been (1)/ working here (2)/ for quite some time (3)/ No Error (4)

In the sentence identify the segment which contains the grammatical error.Supriya asked Kiran that where had her mother gone when the results of the contest were being declared.

Directions - The sentence is divided into four parts. Find out which part has an error mark it as your answer. If there is no error, mark 'No error' as your answer.Virat Kohli is the (A)/ richest and smarter (B)/ cricketer of the modern era (C). No error (D)

Direction: In the following question, a sentence is given in Direct/Indirect speech. Out of the four alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the sentence in Indirect/Direct speech.He asked me if I was not thinking of investing then.

Direction: Choose the correct preposition:It is terrible that some people are dying _____ hunger while others eat too much.

Direction: In the following question, a sentence is given in Direct/Indirect speech. Out of the four alternatives, choose the one which best expresses the sentence in Indirect/Direct speech.Tom said that he would paint the fence himself.

Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.By rescuing the child from the fire, the local resident (added another feather to his cap).

Identify the segment in the sentence, which contains the grammatical error.Hardly he had stepped out of the house when a tree fell on the roof.

Identify the segment in the sentence, which contains the grammatical error.Unless you do not run fast, you cannot catch the bus.

I shall leave school-(a), as soon as-(b), I shall find a job-(c), No error-(d)

Directions: Select the correct active form of the given sentence. Let the music be played softly.

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.Sir Krishnamurthy teaches very well, (isn't it)?

Change the given sentence into indirect speech.I said to the boys, "You should do your duty".

Change the following sentence into passive voice.Tell Rohan about his performance.

Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.Anshika (held) a party when she got her L.L.B. degree.

Directions: Out of the given options, choose the one which is the correct active voice of the sentence given below.By whom were you given these orders?

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'. People are wanting (A)/ to see the home team (B)/ win the game. (C)/ No Error (D)

Choose the appropriate verb to fill in the blank.If he ______ a lot of money to spare. he would have helped the children who could not continue their studies

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’.Lot of times she advised him for not being lazy for completing such a tough task.

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.She looked ______ her crown everywhere.

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'. You better (A)/ consult a doctor(B)/ immediately.(C)/ No error(D)

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.I wish I ______ the answer.

Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.The experience so far has been that many who struggle to access jobs are (discriminated about), forcing them to drop out.

In the sentence identify the segment which contains the grammatical error.Our nation can make significant growth but if we all work collectively.