SSC GD 2024 PYQ — Question 14

SSC GD Const (English) - 29 Feb 2024 - Shift 3 • English • Q14

Find the part of the given sentence that has an error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No error'.

Have a high fever early in pregnancy may increase the risk of certain birth defects.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Have a high fever early.

  • "Have a high fever early" is the incorrect segment. "Have" is the wrong verb form to use here. The correct verb will be "Having" which means to own or have something. 
  • The correct sentence is- "Having a high fever early in pregnancy may increase the risk of certain birth defects".