Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the sentence in which the word given below has not been used correctly.

INTEREST

  1. He could solve the complex mathematical problems easily, so interested was he.

  2. The United States had an interest in giving military aid because it provided jobs for American workers.

  3. The polka dots added interest to the scarf that otherwise would have appeared bland.

  4. His selfish interests ruined his relationship with her.

  5. An interested party can't be the judge.
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A Correct answer
Explanation

'So interested was he' in option (1) should read, 'He could solve complex mathematical problems easily with interest', where it implies curiosity about something. 'Interest' as used in option (2) means an advantage, welfare; in option (3), it means fascinating; in option (4), it means personal influence; and in option (5) it means 'having a stake'. Hence, option (1) is the required incorrect answer.

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