Multiple choice

Directions: In the following sentence, identify the word or words that are uncalled for (words which are redundant and are not required in the sentence) and should be omitted.

You need not wonder that the subject matter of his discourse was excellent; it was taken from the Bible.

  1. need

  2. subject

  3. matter

  4. discourse
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B Correct answer
Explanation

In the phrase "subject matter," using both words is redundant as they are synonymous in this context. While either could be removed, the question identifies "subject" as the uncalled-for word here. Using just "matter of his discourse" is grammatically sufficient.

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