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English Grammar and Usage

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English grammar and usage form a critical component of language sections in competitive exams. This hub provides practice with fill in the blanks, prepositions, and appropriate word selection. Strong grammar skills are necessary to score well in verbal ability tests.

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English Grammar and Usage Questions

Multiple choice

Directions: In the following sentence, identify the word or words that are uncalled for (words which are redundant and are not required in the sentence) and should be omitted.

The same sentiments may be found throughout the whole of the book.

  1. same

  2. throughout

  3. the whole of

  4. the book
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

"Throughout" means in every part of a place or object, making "the whole of" redundant. Simplifying the phrase to "throughout the book" conveys the same message more efficiently.

Multiple choice

Directions: In the following sentence, identify the word or words that are uncalled for (words which are redundant and are not required in the sentence) and should be omitted.

The things he took away, he restored again.

  1. The

  2. things

  3. away

  4. again
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

"Restored" means to give back or return something to its original state or owner. Since the act of returning something is inherently a repeat action, the word "again" is unnecessary.

Multiple choice

Directions: In the following sentence, identify the word or words that are uncalled for (words which are redundant and are not required in the sentence) and should be omitted.

The thief who stole my watch was compelled to restore it back again.

  1. who

  2. stole

  3. restore

  4. back again
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

"Restore" means to return something to its original state or owner, so adding "back again" is redundant. The verb already encompasses the idea of returning the item.

Multiple choice

Directions: In the following sentence, identify the word or words that are uncalled for (words which are redundant and are not required in the sentence) and should be omitted.

You are the tallest of all your family.

  1. tallest

  2. of all

  3. all

  4. your
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

In the phrase "of all your family," the word "all" is redundant because "your family" already refers to the group as a whole. Removing "all" streamlines the sentence without changing its meaning.

Multiple choice

Directions: In the following sentence, identify the word or words that are uncalled for (words which are redundant and are not required in the sentence) and should be omitted.

He was the first of all at the meeting.

  1. first

  2. of all

  3. at

  4. the
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

"First" indicates the top position in an order, so "of all" is redundant as it doesn't add any new information to the ranking. The sentence remains clear and more concise without the extra phrase.

Multiple choice

Directions: Match the word with its synonym.

Domineering

  1. Extravagant

  2. Strong Expression

  3. Concealed

  4. Unconquerable

  5. Controlling
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
E Correct answer
Explanation

Domineering refers to the act of asserting one's will over others in an arrogant or overbearing manner. Controlling is a direct synonym as it describes the exercise of power or influence to direct behavior. Other options like extravagant or concealed do not match the meaning of asserting authority.

Multiple choice

Direction for question: The question consists of four sentences on a topic. Some Sentences are grammatically incorrect or inappropriate. Select the option that indicates the grammatically correct and appropriate sentence(s).

A. Large reductions in the ozone layer, which sits about 15 – 30 km above the Earth, take place each winter over the polar regions, especially the Antarctic, as low temperatures allow the formation of stratospheric clouds that assist chemical reactions breaking down ozone. B. Industrial chemicals containing chlorine and bromine have been blamed for thinning the layer because they attack the ozone molecules, making them to break apart. C. Many an offending chemicals have now been banned. D. It will still take several decades before these substances have disappeared from the atmosphere.

  1. D

  2. B & D

  3. A & D

  4. A & C
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The right answer is (3).

Both B and C have grammatical errors. “Making them to break apart” in statement B and “many an offending……. have” in statement C do not appear to be correct.