Multiple choice

Directions: Four parts of the sentences given below have been underlined. Identify the part having an error. If no part has an error, mark (E).

Farce is a (A) dramatic form that derives (B) much of its (C) humourous from (D) improbable characters and situations. (E) No error

  1. (A)

  2. (B)

  3. (C)

  4. (D)

  5. (E)

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C Correct answer
Explanation

The error is in part (C) "humourous." This word is incorrectly formed. The adjective form of "humour" is "humorous" (with only one 'o' after the 'u'). The word "humourous" doesn't exist in standard English - it's a common misspelling. The correct sentence should read "Farce is a dramatic form that derives much of its humorous from improbable characters and situations." This is a spelling/word formation error.