Multiple choice

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

ELEMENT

  1. The gods of the aborigines were basically depiction of the different elements in nature.

  2. Advertisement is one of the elements in a marketing plan.

  3. Roger had no element of the danger the chemical posed.

  4. The element of surprise could be one of our best weapons.

  5. You can't fight the elements, after all.
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C Correct answer
Explanation

'Element' as used in options (1) is correct as it implies any of the four substances (earth, air, fire, and water) formerly believed to constitute all physical matter. Option (2) also depicts correct usage of 'element' as it means a component part or quality, often one that is basic or essential and option (4) means a determining factor, thereby marking it correct. In (5), elements mean forces of nature. (3) should use inkling or hint in place of element. Hence, option (3) is the answer.

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