7085 + Mcqs in Grammar Page 74 McqOptions

3651.	Change to Indirect Speech:"When will we get the trophy that we find missing?"
A.	When would they get the trophy that they found missing
B.	When they would get the trophy that they found missing
C.	When they would get the trophy that they find missing
D.	When will they get the trophy that they found missing
Answer» C. When they would get the trophy that they find missing

Discussion

3652.	Choose the correct alternative out of four options given for the part of the sentence given in quotes.The gas 'is being seeping' out of the rocks.
A.	Is seeping
B.	Is seep
C.	Was being seeping
D.	No improvement
Answer» B. Is seep

Discussion

3653.	Each item in this section has a sentence with three underlined parts labelled (a), (b) and (c). Read each sentence to find out whether there is an error in any underlined part and indicate your response on the Answer Sheet against the corresponding letter i.e., (a), (b), (c). If you find no error, your response should be indicated as (d).(a) Please note(b) that the interview for the post(c) shall be held on June 15, 2019, between 10.00 a.m. to 2.00 p.m.(d) No error
A.	(a)
B.	(b)
C.	(c)
D.	(d)
Answer» D. (d)

Discussion

3654.	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.Manu said, "I am very busy now".
A.	Manu says that he is very busy then.
B.	Manu said that he is very busy now.
C.	Manu said that he was very busy then.
D.	Manu said that he was very busy now.
Answer» D. Manu said that he was very busy now.

Discussion

3655.	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 lifeguard cautioned the boys by telling them not to swim beyond the red buoy as they might drown.
A.	Lifeguard to the boys: "Don't swim beyond the red buoy. you can drown."
B.	The lifeguard told the boys, "Don't swim beyond the red buoy. you will drown if you do".
C.	"Be careful!" said the lifeguard to the boys, "Don't swim beyond the red buoy. You might drown, if you do."
D.	Lifeguard to the boys: "Don't swim beyond the red buoy. You might drown, if you do."
Answer» D. Lifeguard to the boys: "Don't swim beyond the red buoy. You might drown, if you do."

Discussion

3656.	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.The kids were laughing at the old lady.
A.	The old lady is laughing at the kids.
B.	The old lady was being laughed at by the kids.
C.	The old lady was being laughed by the kids.
D.	The old lady was laughed at by the kids.
Answer» C. The old lady was being laughed by the kids.

Discussion

3657.	Choose appropriate articles for the given sentence:____super moon occurs when ____moon’s orbit is at its closest to Earth and at ____same time it is full.
A.	A, the, the
B.	A, the, a
C.	The, a, the
D.	The, an, the
Answer» B. A, the, a

Discussion

3658.	In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which will improve the underlined part of the sentence. In case no improvement is needed, select “No improvement”A report has already been sent to the organization.
A.	having already being
B.	have already been
C.	has already being
D.	No improvement
Answer» E.

Discussion

3659.	In the question below, three statements are given which may or may not be grammatically correct. Identify the statement/statements that is/are incorrect.I. When shall we arrive to our destination?II. Neither Rohit nor Mohit were there at the restaurant when I went there.III. Ten kilometres is a long distance to walk.
A.	Only I
B.	Only II
C.	Only III
D.	Only I and II
E.	Only II and III
Answer» E. Only II and III

Discussion

3660.	In the sentence identify the segment which contains the grammatical error.She got two quick promotions in order that she has good communication skills.
A.	she has good communication skills
B.	She got
C.	two quick promotions
D.	in order that
Answer» E.

Discussion

3661.	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.We said to her, "Don’t give up. You are almost there."
A.	We told her not to give up and that she is almost here.
B.	We encouraged her not to have given up and that she would almost be there.
C.	We encouraged her not to give up and that she was almost there.
D.	We told her not to have had given up and that she was almost here.
Answer» D. We told her not to have had given up and that she was almost here.

Discussion

3662.	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.The homework will be finished by him _________ an hour.
A.	In
B.	For
C.	Of
D.	Off
Answer» B. For

Discussion

3663.	In the question below, 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 needed, choose 'No improvement.'Rohit’s miserable condition made her wept.
A.	Made her to weep
B.	Made her to wept
C.	Made her weep
D.	No improvement
Answer» D. No improvement

Discussion

3664.	Directions: Find the part of the given sentence that has an error in it. If there is no error, choose ‘No error’.She has being (1)/ trying to call (2)/ her mother since morning. (3)/ No error (4)
A.	her mother since morning.
B.	No error
C.	She has being
D.	trying to call
Answer» D. trying to call

Discussion

3665.	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.Mother told me that I should listen to her first and then do anything as I pleased.
A.	Mother said to me, "I should listen to me first and then do anything I please."
B.	Mother said to me, "He should listen to her first and then do anything he pleases."
C.	Mother said to me, "You should listen to me first and then do anything I pleased."
D.	Mother said to me, "You should listen to me first and then do anything as you please."
Answer» E.

Discussion

3666.	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 the Indirect/Direct speech.The old man said, "Thanks I shall never forget this kindness, Ankit."
A.	The old man applauded Ankit for his kindness and he shall never forget Ankit
B.	The old man thanked Ankit and assured him that he would never forget his kindness
C.	Ankit was being thanked by the old man for his kindness towards an old man
D.	The old man said thank you to Ankit for his kindness.
Answer» C. Ankit was being thanked by the old man for his kindness towards an old man

Discussion

3667.	Direction: Each of the following sentences is given with blank space(s) to be filled in with appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested for each sentence. Choose the correct alternative.I like tea better ______ coffee.
A.	Then
B.	Than
C.	Over
D.	Above
Answer» C. Over

Discussion

3668.	Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.After months of aggressive planning, the former president brandished his business success and first term in office (as a proofs of competence).
A.	As a prove of competence
B.	As proof of competence
C.	As proofs of competence
D.	No improvement
Answer» C. As proofs of competence

Discussion

3669.	Choose the appropriate prepositions for the given sentence:It was ____ midnight when three cars dropped ____ the passengers and disappeared.
A.	during, away
B.	in, out
C.	around, off
D.	on, down
Answer» D. on, down

Discussion

3670.	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 teacher said, "Nobody can solve the problem."
A.	The teacher said that nobody can solve the problem.
B.	The teacher said that nobody should solve the problem.
C.	The teacher said that somebody can solve the problem.
D.	The teacher said that nobody could solve the problem.
Answer» E.

Discussion

3671.	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.When we reached the beach, the fishermen were offloading the fish.
A.	When we reached the beach, the fish were being offloaded by the fishermen.
B.	When we reached the beach, the fish have been offloaded by the fishermen.
C.	When we reached the beach, the fishermen were being offloaded by the fish.
D.	When we reached the beach, the fish were offloading the fishermen.
Answer» B. When we reached the beach, the fish have been offloaded by the fishermen.

Discussion

3672.	Directions: The sentence, "This is the house in which I was born", is
A.	a simple sentence
B.	a compound sentence
C.	a complex sentence
D.	a compound-complex sentence
Answer» B. a compound sentence

Discussion

3673.	Directions: Choose the appropriate noun that can be formed from the verb.Fly
A.	Flew
B.	Flight
C.	Flying
D.	Flies
Answer» C. Flying

Discussion

3674.	Fill in the blank with the correct preposition. He would like to take a photograph of us. Would you come and sit ______ me?
A.	between
B.	besides
C.	beside
D.	along
Answer» D. along

Discussion

3675.	He flies ___________ aeroplane.
A.	an
B.	a
C.	the
D.	one
Answer» B. a

Discussion

3676.	Direction: Choose the option that best completes the sentence:Anil is ________ any other boy in the class.
A.	gooder than
B.	a better than
C.	best
D.	better than
Answer» E.

Discussion

3677.	Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.The telecom sector is the backbone of the Digital India vision and it deserves an (enabled) regulatory environment.
A.	enabling
B.	enable
C.	able
D.	No improvement
Answer» B. enable

Discussion

3678.	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.The beans are _____________ turned to avoid burning.
A.	Constant
B.	Constants
C.	Constantly
D.	Constantedly
Answer» D. Constantedly

Discussion

3679.	Find the part of the given sentence that has an error in it. If there is no error, choose ‘No error’.Rakesh is foolish/(A) to said/(B) such things./(C) No error/(D)
A.	No error
B.	to said
C.	such things
D.	Rakesh is foolish
Answer» C. such things

Discussion

3680.	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".He was dressed in (bright clothes for the funeral).
A.	Plain clothes for the funeral
B.	Bright cloth for the funeral
C.	Bright clothes for the funerals
D.	No improvement
Answer» B. Bright cloth for the funeral

Discussion

3681.	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.The moment ________ is lost is lost forever.
A.	where
B.	which
C.	whom
D.	who
Answer» C. whom

Discussion

3682.	Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.Nothing (shows) the ineptness of the state more than unpreparedness in the face of predictable events.
A.	shows off
B.	shows in
C.	shows up
D.	No improvement
Answer» E.

Discussion

3683.	Identify the segment in the sentence which contains the grammatical error.Lupin is one of the least important person in the opposition and can never hope to become a minister.
A.	become
B.	in the opposition
C.	can never
D.	least important person
Answer» E.

Discussion

3684.	Each item in this section has a direct statement followed by its reported form in indirect speech. Select the correct statement in indirect speech and mark it in the Answer Sheet accordingly.The preacher said to the crowd, "The Sun rises everyday for all of us without any expectations in return."
A.	The preacher told the crowd that the Sun rose everyday for all of them without any expectations in return
B.	The preacher told the crowd that the Sun rises everyday for all of us without any expectations in return
C.	The preacher told the crowd that the Sun has risen everyday for all of them without any expectations in return
D.	The preacher told the crowd that the Sun rises everyday for all of them without any expectations in return
Answer» C. The preacher told the crowd that the Sun has risen everyday for all of them without any expectations in return

Discussion

3685.	Choose the grammatically correct sentence.
A.	Reema or her friends run every day.
B.	Her friends or Reema run every day.
C.	Her friends or Reema are running every day
D.	Reema or her friends is running every day.
Answer» B. Her friends or Reema run every day.

Discussion

3686.	Find out the correct sentence / sentences:
A.	I don't believe him.
B.	I am not believing him.
C.	Both of the above
D.	None of the above
Answer» B. I am not believing him.

Discussion

3687.	Directions: Insert the proper preposition in the sentence:It is 9 o'clock _____ my watch.
A.	by
B.	in
C.	at
D.	into
Answer» B. in

Discussion

3688.	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.Sarla changed the curtains.
A.	Sarla changes the curtains.
B.	The curtains were changed by Sarla.
C.	The curtain was changed by Sarla.
D.	Sarla was the one by whom the curtains were changed.
Answer» C. The curtain was changed by Sarla.

Discussion

3689.	Look at the underlined part of each sentence. Below each sentence are given three possible substitutions for the underlined part. If one of them (a), (b) or (c) is better than the underlined part, indicate your response against the corresponding letter. If none of the substitutions improves the sentence, indicate (d) as your response.Poor Tom laid in the shade of a tree before he could walk further.
A.	Lied
B.	Lain
C.	Lay
D.	No improvement
Answer» D. No improvement

Discussion

3690.	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 choosing the appropriate option.Neha will give you a gift ______ you complete her work in next two hours.
A.	though
B.	as
C.	if
D.	till
Answer» D. till

Discussion

3691.	Directions: Pick out the Possessive Pronoun from the following.
A.	himself
B.	yours
C.	either
D.	somebody
Answer» C. either

Discussion

3692.	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 bell rung (1)/ while I (2)/ was brushing my teeth. (3)/ No error (4)
A.	1
B.	2
C.	3
D.	4
Answer» B. 2

Discussion

3693.	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".LPG quickly (gain) popularity as it was easy to use and did not tarnish vessels.
A.	gaining
B.	will gain
C.	gained
D.	no improvement
Answer» D. no improvement

Discussion

3694.	Direction: Use the appropriate preposition in the sentence: We sat ______ the shade of the tree.
A.	under
B.	below
C.	in
D.	through
Answer» D. through

Discussion

3695.	In these questions, a sentence has been given in Active/Passive Voice. Out of the four alternatives suggested below, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Passive/Active Voice.God helps those who help themselves.
A.	Those who help themselves help God.
B.	Those who help themselves are helped by God.
C.	Those who are helped by themselves are helped by God.
D.	Those who help God help themselves
Answer» C. Those who are helped by themselves are helped by God.

Discussion

3696.	Find the part of the given sentence that has an error in it. If there is no error, choose ‘No error’. The greatest advancement (1)/ in modern technology is (2)/ the invention with computers (3)/ No error (4)
A.	4
B.	2
C.	1
D.	3
Answer» E.

Discussion

3697.	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?One should keep one's promises.
A.	Promises should be kept by someone.
B.	One promise should be kept.
C.	One's promises should be kept.
D.	Once a promise should be kept.
Answer» D. Once a promise should be kept.

Discussion

3698.	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'.This city was (1)/earlier a part from the (2)/ United Kingdom. (3)/ No error (4)
A.	1
B.	2
C.	3
D.	4
Answer» C. 3

Discussion

3699.	Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.Now that the child rights commission has (register) the case, it will go to the police for investigation, he said.
A.	Registered
B.	Registering
C.	Will register
D.	No improvement
Answer» B. Registering

Discussion

3700.	A sentence has been given in Active/Passive Voice. Out of the four given alternatives, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Passive/Active Voice.The girls are making a noise.
A.	a noise is made by the girls
B.	A noise is being made by the girls
C.	The girls should be making a notice
D.	A noise has been made by the girls
Answer» C. The girls should be making a notice

Discussion

Explore topic-wise MCQs in BITSAT.

Change to Indirect Speech:"When will we get the trophy that we find missing?"

Choose the correct alternative out of four options given for the part of the sentence given in quotes.The gas 'is being seeping' out of the rocks.

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.Manu said, "I am very busy now".

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.The kids were laughing at the old lady.

Choose appropriate articles for the given sentence:____super moon occurs when ____moon’s orbit is at its closest to Earth and at ____same time it is full.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which will improve the underlined part of the sentence. In case no improvement is needed, select “No improvement”A report has already been sent to the organization.

In the sentence identify the segment which contains the grammatical error.She got two quick promotions in order that she has good communication skills.

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.We said to her, "Don’t give up. You are almost there."

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.The homework will be finished by him _________ an hour.

In the question below, 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 needed, choose 'No improvement.'Rohit’s miserable condition made her wept.

Directions: Find the part of the given sentence that has an error in it. If there is no error, choose ‘No error’.She has being (1)/ trying to call (2)/ her mother since morning. (3)/ No error (4)

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.Mother told me that I should listen to her first and then do anything as I pleased.

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 the Indirect/Direct speech.The old man said, "Thanks I shall never forget this kindness, Ankit."

Direction: Each of the following sentences is given with blank space(s) to be filled in with appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested for each sentence. Choose the correct alternative.I like tea better ______ coffee.

Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.After months of aggressive planning, the former president brandished his business success and first term in office (as a proofs of competence).

Choose the appropriate prepositions for the given sentence:It was ____ midnight when three cars dropped ____ the passengers and disappeared.

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 teacher said, "Nobody can solve the problem."

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.When we reached the beach, the fishermen were offloading the fish.

Directions: The sentence, "This is the house in which I was born", is

Directions: Choose the appropriate noun that can be formed from the verb.Fly

Fill in the blank with the correct preposition. He would like to take a photograph of us. Would you come and sit ______ me?

He flies ___________ aeroplane.

Direction: Choose the option that best completes the sentence:Anil is ________ any other boy in the class.

Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.The telecom sector is the backbone of the Digital India vision and it deserves an (enabled) regulatory environment.

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.The beans are _____________ turned to avoid burning.

Find the part of the given sentence that has an error in it. If there is no error, choose ‘No error’.Rakesh is foolish/(A) to said/(B) such things./(C) No error/(D)

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".He was dressed in (bright clothes for the funeral).

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.The moment ________ is lost is lost forever.

Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.Nothing (shows) the ineptness of the state more than unpreparedness in the face of predictable events.

Identify the segment in the sentence which contains the grammatical error.Lupin is one of the least important person in the opposition and can never hope to become a minister.

Each item in this section has a direct statement followed by its reported form in indirect speech. Select the correct statement in indirect speech and mark it in the Answer Sheet accordingly.The preacher said to the crowd, "The Sun rises everyday for all of us without any expectations in return."

Choose the grammatically correct sentence.

Find out the correct sentence / sentences:

Directions: Insert the proper preposition in the sentence:It is 9 o'clock _____ my watch.

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.Sarla changed the curtains.

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 choosing the appropriate option.Neha will give you a gift ______ you complete her work in next two hours.

Directions: Pick out the Possessive Pronoun from the following.

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 bell rung (1)/ while I (2)/ was brushing my teeth. (3)/ No error (4)

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".LPG quickly (gain) popularity as it was easy to use and did not tarnish vessels.

Direction: Use the appropriate preposition in the sentence: We sat ______ the shade of the tree.

In these questions, a sentence has been given in Active/Passive Voice. Out of the four alternatives suggested below, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Passive/Active Voice.God helps those who help themselves.

Find the part of the given sentence that has an error in it. If there is no error, choose ‘No error’. The greatest advancement (1)/ in modern technology is (2)/ the invention with computers (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?One should keep one's promises.

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'.This city was (1)/earlier a part from the (2)/ United Kingdom. (3)/ No error (4)

Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.Now that the child rights commission has (register) the case, it will go to the police for investigation, he said.

A sentence has been given in Active/Passive Voice. Out of the four given alternatives, select the one which best expresses the same sentence in Passive/Active Voice.The girls are making a noise.

Choose appropriate articles for the given sentence:super moon occurs when moon’s orbit is at its closest to Earth and at same time it is full.

Choose the appropriate prepositions for the given sentence:It was midnight when three cars dropped the passengers and disappeared.