Multiple choice

Directions: The sentence given below is divided into four parts (A), (B), (C) and (D). One of these parts may contain an error. You have to indicate that part as your answer. If there are no errors, mark (E) as your answer.

(A) He will succeed (B) to the title in the event of the death of his (C) oldest brother (D) as it has been specified in the will. (E) No error

  1. (A)

  2. (B)

  3. (C)

  4. (D)

  5. (E)
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C Correct answer
Explanation

'Oldest' should be replaced by 'eldest'. When referring to someone who is older than one in a family or someone that one has a close relationship with, "elder/ eldest" is used.  

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