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SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 9

SSC GD Constable (English) - 3 March 2019 Shift 3 • English • Q9

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

An excellent response for his readers refreshes the author and stirs his creative sense and functional skills.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. for his readers refreshes.

  1. The error lies in option 3 because of the wrong use of "Preposition".
  2. We need to replace "For" with "To" for making the statement grammatically correct.

Grammatical concept:- 

  • "Response" is generally followed by the preposition "to".

Example:-

  • Her response to their decision was to threaten to quit her job.
  • I am writing in response to your letter of July 17.
  • The chosen option contains the Grammatical Error hence, it will be the correct choice.

Correct Sentence:-

An excellent response to his readers refreshes the author and stirs his creative sense and functional skills.