Multiple choice

The term “virus” derived by the Latin word for poison or shine was originally applied to the noxious stench emanating from swamps.

  1. The term “Virus” derived by the Latin word for poison, or shine

  2. By the Latin word for poison, or shine is derived the term “Virus”

  3. The term “Virus” is derived for the Latin word for poison or shine

  4. The term derived from the Latin word virus for poison or Shine

  5. The term “Virus” derived from the Latin word for poison or shine.
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E Correct answer
Explanation

The correct preposition phrase is “derived from”. Incorrect preposition “by” is used in A and B. C option alters the original meaning of the sentence and awkward phrasing is done in the D option. Hence, E option is the best, as the correct preposition phrase and phrasing is done.

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