Syntax | MCQs

Explanation

The phrase "stared us in the face" is an idiomatic expression.

It means that something was very obvious or impossible to ignore.

Explanation

In this sentence, "Either the cat or the dog" is a compound subject connected by the coordinating conjunction "or."

When you have a compound subject joined by "or," you choose the verb form that agrees with the closer part of the subject.

In this case, "dog" is closer to the verb than "cat," so the singular verb "was" is used, resulting in proper subject-verb agreement.

Explanation

The sentence with a grammatical error is:

(A) The new employee, along with the rest of the team, were responsible for the project's failure.

Explanation:

• Error: The phrase "The new employee, along with the rest of the team," is singular because the subject "the new employee" is the main focus. The verb should be "was" instead of "were" to match the singular subject.

Corrected Sentence:

"The new employee, along with the rest of the team, was responsible for the project's failure."

Explanation

The correct sentence is "Both Pakistan and India are poor."

It uses proper subject-verb agreement for two subjects joined by "and."

Explanation

The phrase "A series of" is singular, so it takes the singular verb "was."

This structure emphasizes that the lectures were given as part of one unified series.

Explanation

Syntax, the arrangement of words in sentences, clauses, and phrases,

The study of the formation of sentences and the relationship of their parts.

Explanation

Generally, alarm is followed by preposition by.

Alarm by something means چوکس، چوکنا یا خبردار رہنا

I was alarmed of his death.

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Explanation

In Excel, formulas must begin with an equals sign (=).

Options A, B, and C are all valid formulas.

Option D (C1+15) is not a valid formula because it lacks the = sign.

Explanation

The scientists explained the results of the effect of climate change on polar ice caps.

"Results of" correctly shows possession or cause in this context.

Explanation

Against: This is the correct preposition.

"Leaned against" is the standard phrase used to indicate that someone is resting or supporting themselves on a vertical surface, like a wall.