Multiple choice

Directions: Identify the sentence(s) or part(s) of sentence(s) that is/are correct in terms of grammar and usage (including spelling, punctuation and logical consistency). Then, choose the most appropriate option.

A. The glass tube in a fluorescent lamp contains mercury vapor under low pressure.

B. He told his boss to pardon him for what he said.

C. Could I join you and contribute my mite for timely completion of the much delayed project?

D. The student advisor recommended that she studies

E. more English before enrolling at the university.

  1. A, C and E

  2. B and C

  3. A and B

  4. C, D and E
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A Correct answer
Explanation

(1) B: There are two errors here. 'Told' needs to be replaced by 'asked'. The pardon comes later. The offence came earlier. So we ought to use simple past for 'asked/told', past perfect (had) for 'said'.

D: Error of importance. The correct usage “that she study”.

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