Multiple choice

Directions: In each question, the word at the top is used in four different ways, numbered 1 to 4. Choose the option in which the usage of the word is incorrect or inappropriate.

GROUND

  1. The soldiers held their ground against the enemy.

  2. The scientists covered new ground in every space mission.

  3. He was grounded for his outbursts against the leader.

  4. Dravid was questioned on grounds of his declaration of the India innings, as Tendulkar was stranded a few short of a historic double century.

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

 'on the grounds'.