Choose the word most OPPOSITE in meaning to 'BENEVOLENT'.

The correct answer is B: Malicious. Benevolent means kind and generous. Malicious means evil or harmful, making it the opposite.

Identify the error: 'Neither the students nor the teacher were prepared for the sudden examination.'

The correct answer is B: were should be was. With 'neither...nor' construction, the verb agrees with the nearer noun. 'Teacher' is singular, so 'was' is correct.

Correct the sentence: 'If I was you, I would have accepted the job offer immediately.'

The correct answer is B: If I were you, I would accept the job offer immediately.. Subjunctive mood requires 'were' (not 'was') in 'if' clauses. With simple conditional, use 'would accept' not 'would have accepted'.

Correct the sentence: 'The company's expansion plan was shelved after the investors decided to cut their losses and pull the plug.'

The correct answer is C: Remove 'and pull the plug' as redundant. Using both 'cut their losses' and 'pull the plug' is redundant as both convey stopping/ending something. Choose one idiom.

Identify the error: 'Not only the students but also the principal are attending the national conference on digital education tomorrow.'

The correct answer is B: Use 'is attending' instead of 'are attending' (subject-verb agreement). When 'not only...but also' is used, the verb agrees with the nearest subject. Here, 'principal' (singular) is nearest, so 'is' should be used.

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Q.81 Easy Error Detection

Which sentence demonstrates correct use of 'comply'?

A The company complied the new regulations

B The company complied with the new regulations

C The company complied to the new regulations

D The company complied for the new regulations

Correct Answer: B. The company complied with the new regulations

Explanation:

'Comply' is an intransitive verb requiring 'with' as the preposition. 'Comply with' is the correct usage.

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Q.82 Easy Error Detection

Fill in the blank: 'The principal insisted _____ implementing the new curriculum despite staff resistance.'

A on

B in

C at

D for

Correct Answer: A. on

Explanation:

'Insist on' is the correct phrasal verb construction. Other prepositions create grammatical errors.

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Q.83 Easy Error Detection

Read the passage: 'The conference was attended by numerous delegates from across the globe. They discussed various strategies to combat climate change.' Which statement is NOT supported by the passage?

A The conference had delegates from multiple countries

B Climate change was a primary topic of discussion

C The conference resulted in new environmental policies

D Multiple strategies were discussed at the conference

Correct Answer: C. The conference resulted in new environmental policies

Explanation:

The passage does not mention any resulting policies. All other options are directly or implicitly supported.

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Q.84 Easy Error Detection

Correct the sentence: 'Despite of his qualifications, he was unable to secure the position.'

A Despite of his qualifications, he was unable to securing the position

B Despite his qualifications, he was unable to secure the position

C In spite his qualifications, he was unable to secure the position

D Despite his qualifications, he was unable securing the position

Correct Answer: B. Despite his qualifications, he was unable to secure the position

Explanation:

'Despite' is a preposition and should not be followed by 'of'. Use 'Despite' or 'In spite of', not 'Despite of'.

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Q.85 Easy Error Detection

Read: 'Artificial intelligence has become ubiquitous in modern workplaces. From automated customer service to predictive analytics, AI tools enhance productivity. However, concerns about job displacement persist.' What is the main concern implied?

A AI is not effective in customer service

B Automation may reduce employment opportunities

C AI tools are too expensive

D Modern workplaces reject AI implementation

Correct Answer: B. Automation may reduce employment opportunities

Explanation:

The passage explicitly states that concerns about job displacement persist, indicating worry about reduced employment due to AI automation.

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Q.86 Easy Error Detection

Read the passage and answer: 'Digital transformation has accelerated in 2024, with companies investing heavily in cloud computing and cybersecurity. Small businesses, however, face challenges in adoption due to budget constraints.' According to the passage, why do small businesses struggle with digital transformation?

A They lack technical expertise only

B They don't believe in its importance

C They have insufficient financial resources

D They prefer traditional methods

Correct Answer: C. They have insufficient financial resources

Explanation:

The passage explicitly states small businesses face challenges due to 'budget constraints', indicating financial limitations.

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Q.87 Easy Error Detection

What does 'exacerbate' mean in the sentence: 'Rising inflation could exacerbate economic inequality'?

A To reduce or diminish

B To make worse or more severe

C To explain or clarify

D To examine carefully

Correct Answer: B. To make worse or more severe

Explanation:

Exacerbate means to make a situation worse or more serious. The sentence suggests inflation would worsen inequality.

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Q.88 Easy Error Detection

Read: 'Quantum computing represents a paradigm shift in computational technology. Unlike classical computers that use bits, quantum computers utilize qubits, enabling exponential processing power.' What is the PRIMARY distinction mentioned?

A Quantum computers are faster than classical computers

B Quantum computers use qubits instead of bits

C Classical computers cannot perform complex calculations

D Qubits are cheaper than bits

Correct Answer: B. Quantum computers use qubits instead of bits

Explanation:

The passage explicitly states the primary distinction: quantum computers use qubits while classical computers use bits.

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Q.89 Easy Error Detection

Identify the error in the sentence: 'The government have implemented new policies to address inflation.'

A have should be has

B implemented should be implement