Multiple choice

Directions: Edit the Notice given below by choosing the appropriate options and replace underlined word/phrase (iii).

The school (i) organised a dance competition in the school hall on Monday, the 18th June. Four students from each class (ii) allowed to take part in the competition. Students desirous (iii) for participation in the competition are advised (iv) submit their names to student secretary by 11th June. The school dance teacher will explain the rules and the assignments to the participants.

  1. in participation

  2. of participating

  3. for participating

  4. to participate

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B Correct answer
Explanation

After 'desirous', the preposition 'of' must be followed by the gerund 'participating'. The structure is: desirous of + verb-ing. 'For participation' and 'in participation' are incorrect because 'desirous' is always followed by 'of', not 'for' or 'in'.

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