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SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 8

SSC GD Constable (English) - 3 March 2019 Shift 1 • English • Q8

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Identify the segment in the sentence which contains the grammatical error.

The researchers have discovered numerous sample of decorated sandstone, including chapel art depicting the Egyptian goddess.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. numerous sample of decorated sandstone.

  1. The error lies in option 4 because of the wrong use of "Noun".
  2. We need to replace "Sample" with "Samples" for making the statement grammatically correct.

Grammatical concept:- 

  • "Numerous" shows plural number hence, we need to use plural noun with it.
  • The chosen option contains the Grammatical Error hence, it will be the correct choice.

Correct Sentence:-

The researchers have discovered numerous samples of decorated sandstone, including chapel art depicting the Egyptian goddess.