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Verbal Test - 1

Verbal ability quiz covering sentence improvement, grammar error spotting, and English expression for MBA/MCA entrance, SAT, Bank PO, Law, and Fashion Designing preparation.

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Question 1 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following sentence tests correctness and effectiveness of expression. Part of the sentence or the entire sentence is underlined; beneath the sentence are five ways of phrasing the underlined part. Choice (1) repeats the original phrasing; the other four choices are different. If you think the original phrasing produces a better sentence than any of the alternatives, select choice (1). If not, select one of the other choices.

The telephone ring is very irritating while taking a bath.

  1. The telephone ring is very irritating while taking a bath.
  2. While taking a bath, the telephone ring is very irritating.
  3. Telephone rings are found very irritating while taking a bath.
  4. When taking a bath, the telephone ring is very irritating
  5. I find the telephone ring very irritating when I am taking a bath.
Question 2 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following sentence tests correctness and effectiveness of expression. Part of the sentence or the entire sentence is underlined; beneath the sentence are five ways of phrasing the underlined part. Choice (1) repeats the original phrasing; the other four choices are different. If you think the original phrasing produces a better sentence than any of the alternatives, select choice (1). If not, select one of the other choices.

She parked the vehicle, exited out of it, proceeding to make her way on foot.

  1. proceeding to make her way on foot.
  2. proceeded to making her way on foot.
  3. proceeded to make her way on foot.
  4. and will proceed to make her way on foot.
  5. while she proceeded to make her way on foot.
Question 3 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)
Directions: The following sentence tests correctness and effectiveness of expression. Part of the sentence or the entire sentence is underlined; beneath the sentence are five ways of phrasing the underlined part. Choice (1) repeats the original phrasing; the other four choices are different. If you think the original phrasing produces a better sentence than any of the alternatives, select choice (1). If not, select one of the other choices.
My neighbour, named Tomy, whom is a doctor, works in a nearby hospital.
  1. My neighbour, named Tomy, whom is a doctor, works in a nearby hospital.
  2. My neighbour, whose name is Tomy, works as a doctor, in a nearby hospital.
  3. My neighbour's name is Tomy working as a doctor in a nearby hospital.
  4. My neighbour works in a nearby hospital, whose name is Tomy, as a doctor.
Question 4 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following sentence tests correctness and effectiveness of expression. Part of the sentence or the entire sentence is underlined; beneath the sentence are five ways of phrasing the underlined part. Choice (1) repeats the original phrasing; the other four choices are different. If you think the original phrasing produces a better sentence than any of the alternatives, select choice (1). If not, select one of the other choices.

Each citizen of India has the right to voice his opinion.

  1. Each citizen of India has the right to voice his opinion.
  2. Every citizen of India has the right to voice his opinion.
  3. All citizens of India have the right to his opinion.
  4. Each citizen of India have the right to voice their opinion.
  5. Each citizen of India has the right to voice his/her opinion.
Question 5 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following sentence tests correctness and effectiveness of expression. Part of the sentence or the entire sentence is underlined; beneath the sentence are five ways of phrasing the underlined part. Choice (1) repeats the original phrasing; the other four choices are different. If you think the original phrasing produces a better sentence than any of the alternatives, select choice (1). If not, select one of the other choices.

Unknowingly, he hit his younger brother with a stick in his eye.

  1. he hit his younger brother with a stick in his eye.
  2. he hitted his younger brother with a stick in his eye.
  3. he hit his younger brother in his eye with a stick.
  4. his younger brother was hurt with the stick in his eye.
  5. the stick hurt his younger brother in the eye.
Question 6 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)
Which of the following is the best way to deal with sentence 10?
  1. Leave it as it is
  2. Change “didn't” to “couldn't”
  3. Change “I asked questions” to “I had been asking myself questions”
  4. Delete it
Question 7 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following sentence tests correctness and effectiveness of expression. Part of the sentence or the entire sentence is underlined; beneath the sentence are five ways of phrasing the underlined part. Choice (1) repeats the original phrasing; the other four choices are different. If you think the original phrasing produces a better sentence than any of the alternatives, select choice (1). If not, select one of the other choices.

Esther drove for work during the morning on the average speed of 45 miles per hour.

  1. Esther drove for work during the morning on the average speed of 45 miles per hour.
  2. Esther drove to work in the morning on the average speed of 45 miles per hour.
  3. Esther drove to work by the morning at the average speed of 45 miles per hour.
  4. Esther drove towards work in the morning at the average speed of 45 miles per hour.
  5. Esther drove to work in the morning at the speed of 45 miles per hour.
Question 8 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)
Which of the following is the best way to deal with sentence 7?
  1. (As it is now)
  2. Delete it
  3. Connect it to sentence 6 with a semi-colon
  4. Change it to 'But I thought so'
Question 9 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following sentence tests correctness and effectiveness of expression. Part of the sentence or the entire sentence is underlined; beneath the sentence are five ways of phrasing the underlined part. Choice (1) repeats the original phrasing; the other four choices are different. If you think the original phrasing produces a better sentence than any of the alternatives, select choice (1). If not, select one of the other choices.

Firstly, may be, no difference would appear between sentence 1 and sentence 2.

  1. Firstly, maybe, no difference would appear between sentence 1 and sentence 2.
  2. No difference may firstly appear between sentence 1 and sentence 2.
  3. At first, may be no difference appearing between sentence 1 and sentence 2.
  4. There may, at first, appear to be no difference between sentence 1 and sentence 2.
  5. There may, at first, appear to be no difference amongst sentence 1 and sentence 2.
Question 10 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following question tests your ability to recognize grammar and usage errors. The sentence contains either a single error or no error at all. Select the 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 standard written English.

(A) Their last day (B) of regional office (C) is near at hand and (D) they are preparing to hand over the change to the new members. (E) No error

  1. (A)
  2. (B)
  3. (C)
  4. (D)
  5. (E)
Question 11 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

In context, which of the following is the best way to revise and combine the underlined portions of sentences 18 and 19 (reproduced below)?

I have always considered myself to be a Catholic. Now he had me asking myself the question, Am I really Catholic?

  1. Catholic; now he had me asking myself the question, “Am I really Catholic?”
  2. Catholic, in contrast now he was asking me the question, “Am I really Catholic?”
  3. Catholic and now this question, “Am I really Catholic”, I had to ask myself.
  4. Catholic, but now he made me ask myself the question, “Am I really Catholic?”
Question 12 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following question tests your ability to recognize grammar and usage errors. The sentence contains either a single error or no error at all. Select the 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 standard written English.

(A) Had he not left the school (B) before the final examination (C) he would (D) have stood first. (E) No error

  1. (A)
  2. (B)
  3. (C)
  4. (D)
  5. (E)
Question 13 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following question tests your ability to recognize grammar and usage errors. The sentence contains either a single error or no error at all. Select the 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 standard written English.

(A) The Arabian Nights (B) are still (C) a great favorite among (D) all groups and age till date. (E) No error

  1. (A)
  2. (B)
  3. (C)
  4. (D)
  5. (E)
Question 14 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

In context, which of the following is the best version of sentence 1 (reproduced below)?
My life is undergoing change over these past few months.

  1. Leave it as it is
  2. A huge change has taken place in my life over these past few months.
  3. Over the past few months, my life has been undergoing a huge change.
  4. My life has undergone a huge change in the past few months.
  5. In these past few months, my life was completely changed.
Question 15 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following question tests your ability to recognize grammar and usage errors. The sentence contains either a single error or no error at all. Select the 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 standard written English.

(A) One must use (B) his best efforts if (C) one wishes to succeed (D) in anything in life. (E) No error

  1. (A)
  2. (B)
  3. (C)
  4. (D)
  5. (E)
Question 16 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following question tests your ability to recognize grammar and usage errors. The sentence contains either a single error or no error at all. Select the 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 standard written English.

She(A) was (B) taller than (C) either of her five sisters (D) in her family. (E) No error

  1. (A)
  2. (B)
  3. (C)
  4. (D)
  5. (E)
Question 17 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following question tests your ability to recognize grammar and usage errors. The sentence contains either a single error or no error at all. Select the 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 standard written English.

(A) Besides all these factors (B) there is (C) one more which (D) remains still to be deliberated upon. (E) No error

  1. (A)
  2. (B)
  3. (C)
  4. (D)
  5. (E)
Question 18 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following question tests your ability to recognize grammar and usage errors. The sentence contains either a single error or no error at all. Select the 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 standard written English.

(A) There are not (B) many whom we know quite well (C) are honest (D) in today's competitive world. (E) No error

  1. (A)
  2. (B)
  3. (C)
  4. (D)
Question 19 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following question tests your ability to recognize grammar and usage errors. The sentence contains either a single error or no error at all. Select the 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 standard written English.

(A) He is a wise wan (B) but he has (C) neither honesty (D) and tact. (E) No error

  1. (A)
  2. (B)
  3. (C)
  4. (D)
  5. (E)
Question 20 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following question tests your ability to recognize grammar and usage errors. The sentence contains either a single error or no error at all. Select the 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 standard written English.

(A) The student, (B) who you thought (C) so highly of (D) has failed to win the first prize. (E) No error

  1. (A)
  2. (B)
  3. (C)
  4. (D)
  5. (E)
Question 21 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following question tests your ability to recognize grammar and usage errors. The sentence contains either a single error or no error at all. Select the 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 standard written English.

(A) They that (B) are whole(C) have no need of (D) a physician at all. (E) No error

  1. (A)
  2. (B)
  3. (C)
  4. (D)
  5. (E)
Question 22 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following question tests your ability to recognize grammar and usage errors. The sentence contains either a single error or no error at all. Select the 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 standard written English.

(A) The rise and fall of the tide (B) are due to the lunar influence (C) and the gravitational (D) pull of other heavenly bodies. (E) No error

  1. (A)
  2. (B)
  3. (C)
  4. (D)
  5. (E)
Question 23 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following question tests your ability to recognize grammar and usage errors. The sentence contains either a single error or no error at all. Select the 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 standard written English.

(A) Seldom had the little town (B) seen a (C) more (D) costlier funeral in its entire history. (E) No error

  1. (A)
  2. (B)
  3. (C)
  4. (D)
  5. (E)
Question 24 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following question tests your ability to recognize grammar and usage errors. The sentence contains either a single error or no error at all. Select the 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 standard written English.

(A) The introduction of Tea and Coffee and (B) such other beverages (C) have not been without (D) some effect. (E) No error

  1. (A)
  2. (B)
  3. (C)
  4. (D)
  5. (E)
Question 25 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following question tests your ability to recognize grammar and usage errors. The sentence contains either a single error or no error at all. Select the 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 standard written English.

(A) As a novelist, Jane Austen (B) is (C) superior (D) than Mrs. Henry wood. (E) No error

  1. (A)
  2. (B)
  3. (C)
  4. (D)
  5. (E)
Question 26 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following question tests your ability to recognize grammar and usage errors. The sentence contains either a single error or no error at all. Select the 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 standard written English.

(A) Of the two colours, Red and Green, the (B) latter is used (C) more widely in the painting for a (D) more realistic and authentic touch. (E) No error

  1. (A)
  2. (B)
  3. (C)
  4. (D)
  5. (E)
Question 27 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following question tests your ability to recognize grammar and usage errors. The sentence contains either a single error or no error at all. Select the 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 standard written English.

(A) Do not forget (B) his enthusiasm (C) who brought (D ) this movement so far. (E) No error

  1. (A)
  2. (B)
  3. (C)
  4. (D)
Question 28 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following question tests your ability to recognize grammar and usage errors. The sentence contains either a single error or no error at all. Select the 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 standard written English.

He (A) has a wardrobe of wonderful carvings (B) and (C) which (D) has been in his family for generations. (E) No error

  1. (A)
  2. (B)
  3. (C)
  4. (D)
  5. (E)
Question 29 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following question tests your ability to recognize grammar and usage errors. The sentence contains either a single error or no error at all. Select the 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 standard written English.

(A) One cannot (B) be too careful (C) about what (D) he says these days. (E) No error

  1. (A)
  2. (B)
  3. (C)
  4. (D)
  5. (E)
Question 30 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following question tests your ability to recognize grammar and usage errors. The sentence contains either a single error or no error at all. Select the 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 standard written English.

(A) One evening of (B) each week was set apart (C) by him for the reception of (D) whomsoever chose to visit him. (E) No error

  1. (A)
  2. (B)
  3. (C)
  4. (D)
  5. (E)
Question 31 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following question tests your ability to recognize grammar and usage errors. The sentence contains either a single error or no error at all. Select the 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 standard written English.

(A) He will succeed (B) to the title in the event of the death 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)
Question 32 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following question tests your ability to recognize grammar and usage errors. The sentence contains either a single error or no error at all. Select the 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 standard written English.

The lad (A) was sent with (B) a verbal message (C) to the doctor (D) to reach home immediately. (E) No error

  1. (A)
  2. (B)
  3. (C)
  4. (D)
  5. (E)
Question 33 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following question tests your ability to recognize grammar and usage errors. The sentence contains either a single error or no error at all. Select the 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 standard written English.

(A) She requested (B) for my help yesterday (C) but alas! I was not there (D) to help her. (E) No error

  1. (A)
  2. (B)
  3. (C)
  4. (D)
  5. (E)
Question 34 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following question tests your ability to recognize grammar and usage errors. The sentence contains either a single error or no error at all. Select the 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 standard written English.

(A) Of the three, tea, coffee and cocoa the (B) latter is his all time favorite (C) and he can have (D) it any time of the day. (E) No error

  1. (A)
  2. (B)
  3. (C)
  4. (D)
  5. (E)
Question 35 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following question tests your ability to recognize grammar and usage errors. The sentence contains either a single error or no error at all. Select the 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 standard written English.

(A) We discussed (B) about the matter yesterday (C) and (D) still it is not clear to anyone. (E) No error

  1. (A)
  2. (B)
  3. (C)
  4. (D)
  5. (E)
Question 36 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following question tests your ability to recognize grammar and usage errors. The sentence contains either a single error or no error at all. Select the 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 standard written English.

(A) From the two given (B) pairs of shoes, I think the(C) last one has a (D) more snug and a sleek fit. (E) No error

  1. (A)
  2. (B)
  3. (C)
  4. (D)
  5. (E)
Question 37 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following question tests your ability to recognize grammar and usage errors. The sentence contains either a single error or no error at all. Select the 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 standard written English.

We happened to meet (A) at the house of a (B) mutual friend and seemed to take a (C) liking to (D) one another immediately. (E) No error

  1. (A)
  2. (B)
  3. (C)
  4. (D)
  5. (E)
Question 38 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following question tests your ability to recognize grammar and usage errors. The sentence contains either a single error or no error at all. Select the 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 standard written English.

Let me (A) lay here and daydream (B) about my bright,(C) upcoming future (D) in this company. (E) No error

  1. (A)
  2. (B)
  3. (C)
  4. (D)
  5. (E)
Question 39 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following question tests your ability to recognize grammar and usage errors. The sentence contains either a single error or no error at all. Select the 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 standard written English.

(A) The first two chapters (B) of the novel (C) are (D) rather dull and my interest was not captured. (E) No error

  1. (A)
  2. (B)
  3. (C)
  4. (D)
  5. (E)
Question 40 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following question tests your ability to recognize grammar and usage errors. The sentence contains either a single error or no error at all. Select the 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 standard written English.

(A) They called at us yesterday (B) to discuss (C) a new incentive schemes (D) for all manual workers. (E) No errors

  1. (A)
  2. (B)
  3. (C)
  4. (D)
  5. (E)
Question 41 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following question tests your ability to recognize grammar and usage errors. The sentence contains either a single error or no error at all. Select the 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 standard written English.

(A) Such goods (B) are made for export and are seldom (C) or ever used in this country (D) for it has a limited utilization. (E) No error

  1. (A)
  2. (B)
  3. (C)
  4. (D)
  5. (E)
Question 42 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following question tests your ability to recognize grammar and usage errors. The sentence contains either a single error or no error at all. Select the 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 standard written English.

The reason (A) for the sudden explosion (B) in the aircraft, (C) had not been discovered till date and it (D) continuous to baffle all. (E) No error

  1. (A)
  2. (B)
  3. (C)
  4. (D)
  5. (E)
Question 43 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following question tests your ability to recognize grammar and usage errors. The sentence contains either a single error or no error at all. Select the 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 standard written English.

The arrival (A) of details (B) is a matter for future consideration (C) and should not (D) be thought about now. (E) No error

  1. (A)
  2. (B)
  3. (C)
  4. (D)
  5. (E)
Question 44 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following question tests your ability to recognize grammar and usage errors. The sentence contains either a single error or no error at all. Select the 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 standard written English.

(A) I (B) should have liked to (C) have gone with them, but my work (D) was not complete. (E) No error

  1. (A)
  2. (B)
  3. (C)
  4. (D)
  5. (E)
Question 45 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following question tests your ability to recognize grammar and usage errors. The sentence contains either a single error or no error at all. Select the 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 standard written English.

Delivering (A) the mails (B) to small villages (C) in India was, once a (D) difficult, perilous and exciting job. (D) No error

  1. (A)
  2. (B)
  3. (C)
  4. (D)
  5. (E)
Question 46 Multiple Choice (Single Answer)

Directions: The following question tests your ability to recognize grammar and usage errors. The sentence contains either a single error or no error at all. Select the 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 standard written English.

(A) I want (B) that you (C) should meet and resolve your differences (D) as soon as possible. (E) No error

  1. (A)
  2. (B)
  3. (C)
  4. (D)
  5. (E)
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