Multiple choice

Directions: The following sentence tests your ability to recognize grammar and usage errors. The sentence contains either a single error or no error at all. If the sentence contains an error, select the one underlined part that must be changed to make the sentence correct. If the sentence is correct, select choice (E). In choosing the answer, follow the requirements of the standard written English.

The plays of Shakespeare (A) are (B) not only studied in European countries (C) but also in (D) oriental countries. (E) No error

  1. (A)

  2. (B)

  3. (C)

  4. (D)

  5. (E)

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

(B) Error of parallel structure. 'Not only' should be put after 'studied', i.e. not only in ..., but also in ...