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Description: Article grammar practice test for mba, english, cds and ssc exams - An article is a word that combines with a noun to indicate the type of reference being made by the noun
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Directions: In the following sentence some parts have been underlined and labelled A, B, C and D. Identify the part that contains an error. If there is no error in any part of the sentence, mark your answer as E. (A) There is the old dictum that (B) little knowledge is a dangerous thing; (C) so we should try to get (D) complete knowledge. (E) No error.

  1. (A)

  2. (B)

  3. (C)

  4. (D)

  5. (E)


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

'Little' is a negative word; 'a little' has posotive conotation. The correct usage is 'a little knowledge'.

Directions: In the following sentence some parts have been underlined and labelled A, B, C and D. Identify the part that contains an error. If there is no error in any part of the sentence, mark your answer as E. There was (A) the thirsty crow that went (B) here and there (C) in search of water, (D) and finally found a jug in the midst of nowhere. (E) No error

  1. (A)

  2. (B)

  3. (C)

  4. (D)

  5. (E)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Article 'the' is used with particular subjects. Instead of 'the thirsty crow' the correct usage is 'a thirsty crow'.The words 'There was' indicate that the crow is being mentioned for the first time. So correct article is 'a'.

Directions: In the following sentence some parts have been underlined and labelled A, B, C and D. Identify the part that contains an error. If there is no error in any part of the sentence, mark your answer as E. (A) We are looking for a girl (B) who is well qualified, (C) preferably M.A. (D) and very beautiful for our son. (E) No error.

  1. (A)

  2. (B)

  3. (C)

  4. (D)

  5. (E)


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Words starting with vowel sound take article 'an'. The correct usage is 'an M.A.'

Directions: In the following sentence, some parts have been underlined and labelled A, B and C. Identify the part that contains an error. If there is no error in any part of the sentence, mark your answer as (D).

(A) She borrowed (B) few books from the library which she did not (C) return in time. (D) No error.

  1. (A)

  2. (B)

  3. (C)

  4. (D)


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

'Few' is a negative word; 'a few' has posotive conotation. The correct usage is 'a few books'.

Directions: In the following sentence some parts have been underlined and labelled A, B, C and D. Identify the part that contains an error. If there is no error in any part of the sentence, mark your answer as E. (A) Taj Mahal is (B) a beautiful building and thousands of people, (C) both from within and outside the country, (D) visit everyday to see it.(E) No error.

  1. (A)

  2. (B)

  3. (C)

  4. (D)

  5. (E)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Article 'the' is used with unique things. The correct usage is 'The Taj Mahal'.

Directions: In the following sentence some parts have been underlined and labelled A, B, C and D. Identify the part that contains an error. If there is no error in any part of the sentence, mark your answer as E. The orator (A) cast the spell on the (B) audience - virtually no body (C) moved - and finally (D) it clapped profusely. (E) No error.

  1. (A)

  2. (B)

  3. (C)

  4. (D)

  5. (E)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

(A) The correct usage is 'cast a spell'. 'To cast a spell' means 'to leave impression on'.

Directions: In the following sentence some parts have been underlined and labelled A, B, C and D. Identify the part that contains an error. If there is no error in any part of the sentence, mark your answer as E. (A) I have never seen (B) such magnificent building; I think (C) there are tens of millions spent on its construction (D) and no less than a hundred thousand on its upkeep. (E) No error.

  1. (A)

  2. (B)

  3. (C)

  4. (D)

  5. (E)


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Indefinite subjects take either article 'a' or 'an'. The correct usage is 'such a magnificent building'.

Directions: In the following sentence some parts have been underlined and labelled A, B, C and D. Identify the part that contains an error. If there is no error in any part of the sentence, mark your answer as E. We should always (A) speak truth, (B) under all circumstances, (C) irrespective of whether it pleases somebody, (D) or displeases him. (E) No error

  1. (A)

  2. (B)

  3. (C)

  4. (D)

  5. (E)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The correct usage is 'speak the truth'.

Directions: Given below are two sentences labelled A and B. Identify the sentence or sentences that is/are grammatically correct. (A) Fire broke out in our street and fire brigade was called to control the situation. (B) A fire broke out in our street and the fire brigade was called to control the situation.

  1. Only (A) is correct

  2. Only (B) is correct

  3. Both (A) and (B) are correct

  4. Both (A) and (B) are incorrect


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

'A fire' means 'a tragedy'; 'the fire brigade' refers to a particular department.

Directions: In the following sentence some parts have been underlined and labelled A, B, C and D. Identify the part that contains an error. If there is no error in any part of the sentence, mark your answer as E.

I (A) heard this news (B) on BBC; (C) the BBC that is famous (D) for its authentic news. (E) No error.

  1. (A)

  2. (B)

  3. (C)

  4. (D)

  5. (E)


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Article 'the' is used with the names of 'news channels'. The correct usage is 'the BBC'.

Directions: Given below are two sentences labelled A and B. Identify the sentence or sentences that is/are grammatically correct. (A) One should always speak the truth even if one earns the wrath of one's near and dear ones.

(B) One should always speak truth even if it is going to earn the wrath of one's near and dear ones.

  1. Only (A) is correct

  2. Only (B) is correct

  3. Both (A) and (B) are correct

  4. Both (A) and (B) are incorrect


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

'Speak the truth'  is the correct usage.

Directions: Given below are two sentences labelled A and B. Identify the sentence or sentences that is/are grammatically correct. (A) We shall start after the lunch. (B) We shall start after lunch.

  1. Only (A) is correct

  2. Only (B) is correct

  3. Both (A) and (B) are correct

  4. Both (A) and (B) are incorrect


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Article 'the' is not used with the meals.

Directions: In the following sentence some parts have been underlined and labelled A, B, C and D. Identify the part that contains an error. If there is no error in any part of the sentence, mark your answer as E. Rakesh is (A) sober person; that is why (B) he is genuinely respected (C) and his views are (D) seen to be worth consideration. (E) No error

  1. (A)

  2. (B)

  3. (C)

  4. (D)

  5. (E)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Indefinite subjects take either article 'a' or 'an'. The correct usage is 'a sober'.

Directions: Given below are two sentences labelled A and B. Identify the sentence or sentences that is/are grammatically correct.

(A) He lent me hundred rupee note to purchase the medicine. (B) He lent me a hundred rupee note to purchase the medicine.

  1. Only (A) is correct

  2. Only (B) is correct

  3. Ooth (A) and (B) are correct

  4. Ooth (A) and (B) are incorrect


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The correct usage is 'a hundred' meaning one hundred only.

Directions: Given below are two sentences labelled A and B. Identify the sentence or sentences that is/are grammatically correct. A) Give me the ten and half rupees that I lent you two days ago. (B) Give me the ten and a half rupees that I lent you two days ago.

  1. Only (A) is correct

  2. Only (B) is correct

  3. Both (A) and (B) are correct

  4. Both (A) and (B) are incorrect


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

(B) The correct usage is 'a half' signifying one-half.

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