English Language — Error Detection
Aptitude · Reasoning · English · CS — Corporate & Campus Interview Prep
115 Questions 10 Topics Take Test
Advertisement
Showing 11–20 of 115 questions in Error Detection
Q.11 Hard Error Detection
Arrange the sentences:
P: She studied architecture in London.
Q: Her designs have won international recognition.
R: Sarah has become one of the most celebrated architects of her generation.
S: Upon returning to India, she established her own firm.
A P-S-Q-R
B S-P-Q-R
C Q-P-S-R
D R-P-S-Q
Correct Answer:  A. P-S-Q-R
Explanation:

Correct sequence: She studied (P) → Returned and established firm (S) → Won recognition (Q) → Became celebrated (R).

Take Test
Q.12 Medium Error Detection
Identify the grammatical error: 'Neither the manager nor the employees was present at the meeting.'
A Change 'was' to 'were'
B Change 'present' to 'presenting'
C Change 'the' before employees
D No error
Correct Answer:  A. Change 'was' to 'were'
Explanation:

With 'neither...nor', the verb agrees with the nearest subject. 'Employees' is plural, so 'were' is correct.

Take Test
Q.13 Easy Error Detection
Choose the correct word: 'The _____ between the two nations led to diplomatic tensions.'
A dispute
B distaste
C distance
D disrespect
Correct Answer:  A. dispute
Explanation:

'Dispute' (disagreement) fits the context of diplomatic tensions. The others don't convey the right meaning.

Take Test
Q.14 Medium Error Detection
Fill in the blank with the appropriate word: 'The ancient ruins _____ evidence of a highly sophisticated civilization.'
A exhibit
B exhibits
C exhibiting
D exhibited
Correct Answer:  A. exhibit
Explanation:

'Ruins' is plural, requiring 'exhibit'. The present tense is appropriate for describing what ruins show.

Take Test
Q.15 Medium Error Detection
Read: 'The pandemic accelerated digital transformation across sectors. Companies that adapted quickly thrived, while others struggled.' What inference can be made?
A All companies benefited equally from digital transformation
B Adaptation speed determined success during the pandemic
C Digital transformation is always beneficial
D Companies that struggled were technologically outdated
Correct Answer:  B. Adaptation speed determined success during the pandemic
Explanation:

The passage clearly states quick adapters thrived while others struggled, showing adaptation speed mattered.

Take Test
Advertisement
Q.16 Hard Error Detection
Identify the error: 'The report, along with its recommendations, are being reviewed by the board.'
A Change 'are' to 'is'
B Change 'being' to 'been'
C Change 'recommendations' to 'recommendation'
D No error
Correct Answer:  A. Change 'are' to 'is'
Explanation:

'Report' is the main subject (singular). 'Along with' introduces additional information but doesn't change the subject number. Use 'is'.

Take Test
Q.17 Hard Error Detection
Which phrase best replaces the underlined portion? 'The project's failure was due to lack of coordination between departments.'
A because of the lack
B because of lacking
C on account of no coordination
D All are equally correct
Correct Answer:  D. All are equally correct
Explanation:

All three options are grammatically correct and convey the same meaning. Multiple correct answers possible.

Take Test
Q.18 Medium Error Detection
In the sentence 'The committee have decided to implement new policies starting next month', identify the error.
A Subject-verb disagreement; 'have' should be 'has'
B Tense inconsistency; 'decided' should be 'decides'
C No error; the sentence is correct
D Word order error; 'new' should precede 'policies'
Correct Answer:  A. Subject-verb disagreement; 'have' should be 'has'
Explanation:

Committee is a collective noun requiring singular verb 'has'. When referring to the entity as a whole, use singular agreement.

Take Test
Q.19 Medium Error Detection
Select the word that best fits: 'Her _____ demeanor during the crisis earned her respect from colleagues.'
A Fastidious
B Equanimous
C Garrulous
D Truculent
Correct Answer:  B. Equanimous
Explanation:

'Equanimous' means calm and composed, fitting the context of handling a crisis with respect. Fastidious means particular about details, garrulous means talkative, truculent means aggressive.

Take Test
Q.20 Medium Error Detection
Arrange the sentences in correct order:
P: The startup ecosystem in India has grown exponentially
Q: With increased government support and investor interest
R: Creating opportunities for thousands of entrepreneurs
S: Over the past five years
A PQRS
B PSQR
C QPSR
D RQPS
Correct Answer:  B. PSQR
Explanation:

Correct order is P (main statement) → S (timeframe) → Q (reasons/support) → R (results). This creates logical progression from main idea to supporting details.

Take Test
IGET
iget AI
Online · Ask anything about exams
Hi! 👋 I'm your iget AI assistant.

Ask me anything about exam prep, MCQ solutions, study tips, or strategies! 🎯
UPSC strategy SSC CGL syllabus Improve aptitude NEET Biology tips