7085 + Mcqs in Grammar Page 12 McqOptions

551.	Identify the segment in the sentence which contains the grammatical error.Even if our main players pull up, we will go ahead with the match as scheduled.
A.	go ahead with
B.	pull up
C.	Even if
D.	as
Answer» C. Even if

Discussion

552.	Direction: In this section, direct speech sentences are given and you are required to find the correct indirect speech sentence of the same. Choose the correct response 1), 2), 3) or 4) and choose the option accordingly.The Captain said to the soldiers, "March forward and aim at the peak of the hill today."
A.	The Captain requested the soldiers to march forward and aim at the peak of the hill that day.
B.	The Captain ordered the soldiers to march forward and aim at the peak of the hill today.
C.	The Captain ordered the soldiers to march forward and aim at the peak of the hill that day.
D.	The Captain told the soldiers that they should march forward and aim at the peak of the hill that day.
Answer» D. The Captain told the soldiers that they should march forward and aim at the peak of the hill that day.

Discussion

553.	Direction: 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.A new computer (virus the fastest spreading ever was) this week making the rounds among unprotected computers running on Microsoft Windows.
A.	No correction required
B.	virus, the fastest spreading ever, was
C.	virus the fastest spreading ever, was
D.	virus, the fastest spreading ever was
Answer» C. virus the fastest spreading ever, was

Discussion

554.	Choose the correct option according to the required transformation as stated in the brackets, without changing the meaning.My wife was doubtful whether I would really attend the function. (Negative)
A.	My wife was not sure that I would really attend the function.
B.	My wife was sure that I would really attend the function.
C.	My wife believed that I would not really attend the function.
D.	My wife was in no doubt that I would really attend the function.
Answer» B. My wife was sure that I would really attend the function.

Discussion

555.	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.Does he race cars?
A.	Is racing of the cars done by him?
B.	Are cars raced by him?
C.	Does he the racing of cars?
D.	Are race cars done by him?
Answer» C. Does he the racing of cars?

Discussion

556.	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.The Queen was deeply affected, and said to the old woman, “What can I do for you?”
A.	The Queen asked the old woman if she could do something for her.
B.	The Queen was deeply affected and asked the old woman what she could do for her.
C.	The Queen was deeply affected so she asked the old woman what her majesty could do for her.
D.	The Queen asked the old woman if she could help her as she was deeply affected.
Answer» C. The Queen was deeply affected so she asked the old woman what her majesty could do for her.

Discussion

557.	Identify the best way to improve the underlined part of the given sentence. If there is no improvement required, select ‘no improvement’.Please switch on all the lights in the room as it’s getting very dark now.
A.	when it will get
B.	as it was getting
C.	as it were getting
D.	no improvement
Answer» E.

Discussion

558.	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 examination will commence _____ next week.
A.	Since
B.	From
C.	On
D.	With
Answer» C. On

Discussion

559.	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.Priya said, "I have not met the boy hence I cannot make a decision."
A.	Priya says that she had not met the boy hence she could not make a decision.
B.	Priya said that she has not met the boy thence she could not make a decision.
C.	Priya says that she has not met the boy hence she could not make a decision.
D.	Priya said that she had not met the boy thence she could not make a decision.
Answer» E.

Discussion

560.	Fill in the blanks with the correct option:When I was a baby, I _____ put my foot in my mouth.
A.	might
B.	could
C.	would
D.	should
Answer» C. would

Discussion

561.	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.Sunita was musing ______ memories of the past.
A.	On
B.	Off
C.	For
D.	To
Answer» B. Off

Discussion

562.	A sentence/a part of the sentence is bracketed. Four alternatives are given to the bracketed part which will improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative and click the button corresponding to it. In case no improvement is needed, click the button corresponding to "No improvement".Every person (have to go) through different stages in life.
A.	has to go
B.	to go
C.	is going
D.	No improvement
Answer» B. to go

Discussion

563.	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.The place were (P) / Buddha was cremated (Q) / has recently been discovered. (R) / No error (S)
A.	P
B.	Q
C.	R
D.	S
Answer» B. Q

Discussion

564.	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 student said, "I am finding it difficult to memorise."
A.	The student said that he is finding it difficult to memorise.
B.	The student said that he was finding it difficult to memorise.
C.	The student says that he was finding it difficult to memorise.
D.	The student said that he has found it difficult to memorise.
Answer» C. The student says that he was finding it difficult to memorise.

Discussion

565.	Fill in the blanks with the correct preposition.It was a bit frustrating. We could easily see _____ her game, and we told her so.
A.	to
B.	after
C.	through
D.	at
Answer» D. at

Discussion

566.	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 have _____ fetish for some specific fragrances.
A.	A
B.	An
C.	The
D.	No option is correct
Answer» B. An

Discussion

567.	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".Neither teacher nor the boys (is) in a mood to play.
A.	Was
B.	are
C.	will
D.	No improvement
Answer» C. will

Discussion

568.	Identify the segment which contains the grammatical error.Each of the pictures have been signed by the football star.
A.	the pictures
B.	Each of
C.	signed by
D.	have been
Answer» E.

Discussion

569.	Identify the segment in the sentence which contains the grammatical error.Yesterday, the farmers in Hathras rounded up about 25 abandoning cows and bulls and took them to a dairy in a truck.
A.	rounded up
B.	about 25 abandoning cows
C.	the farmers
D.	took them to a dairy
Answer» C. the farmers

Discussion

570.	Directions: Select the most appropriate preposition to fill in the blank.One day, Kaku heard someone moaning _______ the forest.
A.	on
B.	at
C.	in
D.	into
Answer» D. into

Discussion

571.	Directions: Select the option that is the passive form of the given sentence. This book explores the secret of leading a long and meaningful life.
A.	The secret of leading a long and meaningful life was being explored by this book.
B.	The secret of leading a long and meaningful life is explored in this book.
C.	The secret of leading a long and meaningful life had been explored by this book.
D.	The secret of leading a long and meaningful life have been explored by this book.
Answer» C. The secret of leading a long and meaningful life had been explored by this book.

Discussion

572.	Identify the segment in the sentence which contains the grammatical error.The manager along with his colleagues are preparing for the annual report to be submitted at the end of the financial year.
A.	at the end
B.	of the financial year
C.	are preparing
D.	along with his colleagues
Answer» D. along with his colleagues

Discussion

573.	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’.Many of us have striving to produce (1)/ a blend of all cultures that seem (2)/ today to be in clash with one another. (3)/ No error (4)
A.	1
B.	2
C.	3
D.	4
Answer» B. 2

Discussion

574.	Directions: Select the most appropriate option to improve the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to improve it, select ‘No improvement’.She came home to meet my family and me
A.	myself and mine family
B.	I and my family
C.	me and mine family
D.	No improvement
Answer» E.

Discussion

575.	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.Conflicting opinions led to several fights ______ the group of six tourists.
A.	Between
B.	Among
C.	Over
D.	For
Answer» C. Over

Discussion

576.	I asked (1)/ where was Ram (2)/ and she nodded (3)/ in the direction of the kitchen (4)
A.	1
B.	2
C.	3
D.	4
Answer» C. 3

Discussion

577.	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 was (1)/ a pilot (2)/ here till a month ago. (3)/ No error (4)
A.	1
B.	2
C.	3
D.	4
Answer» E.

Discussion

578.	Choose the correct option to fit in the blank.When I was a child _______ the Violin.
A.	I am playing
B.	I played
C.	I was playing
D.	I play
Answer» C. I was playing

Discussion

579.	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 stream gurgled (1)/ contentedly as it (2)/ slowed to rounding the bend. (3)/No Error (4)
A.	1
B.	2
C.	3
D.	4
Answer» D. 4

Discussion

580.	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 to the students, "Work hard now if you wish to have a better future."
A.	The teacher advised the students to work hard then if they wished to have a better future.
B.	The teacher advised the students to work hard now if they wished to have a better future.
C.	The teacher advised the students to work hard then if they wish to have a better future.
D.	The teacher advised the students to work hard now if they wish to have a better future.
Answer» B. The teacher advised the students to work hard now if they wished to have a better future.

Discussion

581.	Hurry up ! We ____ late for school.
A.	were getting
B.	get
C.	are getting
D.	got
Answer» D. got

Discussion

582.	Choose the correct indirect speech of the following sentence:He said, "When did she arrive?"
A.	He asked when she had arrived.
B.	He asked when had she arrived.
C.	He asks when she had arrived.
D.	He asked when she had arrived?
Answer» B. He asked when had she arrived.

Discussion

583.	Directions: Choose the appropriate preposition for the given sentence:The king gave up all the hope he had rested _______his sons.
A.	to
B.	for
C.	upon
D.	None of these
Answer» D. None of these

Discussion

584.	Identify the segment in the sentence which contains the grammatical error.The common advice that the doctor offers to patient is to take preventive measures such as proper intake of water, have a hygienic food habit, and do regular exercise.
A.	that the doctor
B.	and regular exercise
C.	such as proper intake of
D.	to patient is to
Answer» E.

Discussion

585.	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'.Prabhat is impressed by his (1)/ younger brother because he is cleverer (2)/ and amusing than he is.(3)/ No Error (4)
A.	1
B.	2
C.	3
D.	4
Answer» D. 4

Discussion

586.	Choose the option that is the active form of the sentence.By whom was this poem written?
A.	Who wrote this poem?
B.	Who is wrote this poem?
C.	Who write this poem?
D.	This poem is wrote by whom?
Answer» B. Who is wrote this poem?

Discussion

587.	Choose the correct form of a noun that suits the given sentence:The music building at the school has 30 _____ for students to play on.
A.	laboratories
B.	men
C.	pianos
D.	teeth
Answer» D. teeth

Discussion

588.	Identify the segment in the sentence, which contains the grammatical error.The author’s new novel, which is about social change, will launched soon.
A.	The author’s new novel
B.	will launched soon
C.	which is
D.	about social change
Answer» C. which is

Discussion

589.	Directions: Identify the segment in the sentence which contains a grammatical error.She picked up the books lie on the table and put them on the shelf.
A.	put them
B.	on the shelf
C.	She picked up
D.	lie on the table
Answer» E.

Discussion

590.	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'.Our professor taught us that (1)/ one should respect the (2)/ religions of others as much as his own. (3)/ No Error (4)
A.	1
B.	2
C.	3
D.	4
Answer» D. 4

Discussion

591.	Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.We all believe that a slight elevation (in your) body temperature means we are getting sick.
A.	to ours
B.	at your
C.	in our
D.	No improvement
Answer» D. No improvement

Discussion

592.	Improve the bracketed part of the sentence. I have returned the book (what) you gave me.
A.	Where
B.	Which
C.	How
D.	No improvement
Answer» C. How

Discussion

593.	Directions: There are sentences that are divided and numbered into three parts, and one of the parts may contain an error. Identify the error by (1), (2) or (3) given under the parts of the sentence. If there are no errors, mark (4) No error.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

594.	Identify the segment in the sentence, which contains the grammatical error.Though paper has been the dominant medium for print, the British parliament had managed valiantly to hold back the paper tide for over half a millennium.
A.	the dominant medium for print
B.	Though paper has been
C.	to hold back the paper tide
D.	Parliament had managed
Answer» E.

Discussion

595.	Identify the segment in the sentence, which contains the grammatical error.He spends good deal of money on eating out.
A.	good deal
B.	of money
C.	He spends
D.	on eating out.
Answer» B. of money

Discussion

596.	Identify the segment in the sentence which contains the grammatical error. If there is no error, select 'No error'Everyone except she have travelled by air.
A.	Everyone except
B.	No error
C.	she have
D.	travelled by air
Answer» D. travelled by air

Discussion

597.	Each of the following sentences has a blank space and four words are given below it. Select the word or group of words you consider most appropriate for the blank space and indicate your response accordingly.You must go to the station now, your brother_______ go just yet as his train leaves after three hours.
A.	Shouldn’t
B.	Mustn’t
C.	Wouldn’t
D.	Needn’t
Answer» D. Needn’t

Discussion

598.	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'. Ann received the promotion instead of Susan (A) / as Ann is senior than Susan in age (B)/ though Susan had started working there before Ann's joining.(C)/ No error(D)
A.	A
B.	B
C.	C
D.	D
Answer» C. C

Discussion

599.	Directions: The given sentence has been broken up into four different parts. The error, if any, will be in one or more parts of the sentence. Select the option which contains the part of the sentence which is free from an error. If all are incorrect choose Option 5 as your answer.However, a government source said that during their meetings (A) with the government, the two congressmen had acknowledged (B) that the situation in J&K was very different from last year’s, (C) and had told about the various initiatives to restore normalcy in the Union Territory. (D)
A.	A and B
B.	B and C
C.	A, B and C
D.	A and D
E.	All incorrect.
Answer» D. A and D

Discussion

600.	Directions: Choose the most suitable adjective for the given sentence:To look smarter, wear your ______ dress.
A.	white new cotton
B.	new white cotton
C.	white cotton new
D.	cotton white new
Answer» C. white cotton new

Discussion

Explore topic-wise MCQs in BITSAT.

Identify the segment in the sentence which contains the grammatical error.Even if our main players pull up, we will go ahead with the match as scheduled.

Choose the correct option according to the required transformation as stated in the brackets, without changing the meaning.My wife was doubtful whether I would really attend the function. (Negative)

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.Does he race cars?

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.The Queen was deeply affected, and said to the old woman, “What can I do for you?”

Identify the best way to improve the underlined part of the given sentence. If there is no improvement required, select ‘no improvement’.Please switch on all the lights in the room as it’s getting very dark now.

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 examination will commence _____ next week.

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.Priya said, "I have not met the boy hence I cannot make a decision."

Fill in the blanks with the correct option:When I was a baby, I _____ put my foot in my mouth.

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.Sunita was musing ______ memories of the past.

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 student said, "I am finding it difficult to memorise."

Fill in the blanks with the correct preposition.It was a bit frustrating. We could easily see _____ her game, and we told her so.

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 have _____ fetish for some specific fragrances.

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".Neither teacher nor the boys (is) in a mood to play.

Identify the segment which contains the grammatical error.Each of the pictures have been signed by the football star.

Identify the segment in the sentence which contains the grammatical error.Yesterday, the farmers in Hathras rounded up about 25 abandoning cows and bulls and took them to a dairy in a truck.

Directions: Select the most appropriate preposition to fill in the blank.One day, Kaku heard someone moaning _______ the forest.

Directions: Select the option that is the passive form of the given sentence. This book explores the secret of leading a long and meaningful life.

Identify the segment in the sentence which contains the grammatical error.The manager along with his colleagues are preparing for the annual report to be submitted at the end of the financial year.

Directions: Select the most appropriate option to improve the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to improve it, select ‘No improvement’.She came home to meet my family and me

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.Conflicting opinions led to several fights ______ the group of six tourists.

I asked (1)/ where was Ram (2)/ and she nodded (3)/ in the direction of the kitchen (4)

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 was (1)/ a pilot (2)/ here till a month ago. (3)/ No error (4)

Choose the correct option to fit in the blank.When I was a child _______ the Violin.

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 stream gurgled (1)/ contentedly as it (2)/ slowed to rounding the bend. (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.The teacher said to the students, "Work hard now if you wish to have a better future."

Hurry up ! We ____ late for school.

Choose the correct indirect speech of the following sentence:He said, "When did she arrive?"

Directions: Choose the appropriate preposition for the given sentence:The king gave up all the hope he had rested _______his sons.

Identify the segment in the sentence which contains the grammatical error.The common advice that the doctor offers to patient is to take preventive measures such as proper intake of water, have a hygienic food habit, and do regular exercise.

Choose the option that is the active form of the sentence.By whom was this poem written?

Choose the correct form of a noun that suits the given sentence:The music building at the school has 30 _____ for students to play on.

Identify the segment in the sentence, which contains the grammatical error.The author’s new novel, which is about social change, will launched soon.

Directions: Identify the segment in the sentence which contains a grammatical error.She picked up the books lie on the table and put them on the shelf.

Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.We all believe that a slight elevation (in your) body temperature means we are getting sick.

Improve the bracketed part of the sentence. I have returned the book (what) you gave me.

Identify the segment in the sentence, which contains the grammatical error.Though paper has been the dominant medium for print, the British parliament had managed valiantly to hold back the paper tide for over half a millennium.

Identify the segment in the sentence, which contains the grammatical error.He spends good deal of money on eating out.

Identify the segment in the sentence which contains the grammatical error. If there is no error, select 'No error'Everyone except she have travelled by air.

Directions: Choose the most suitable adjective for the given sentence:To look smarter, wear your ______ dress.