SSC CGL 2016 PYQ — Question 119

SSC CGL Tier II English - 1/12/2016 • English • Q119

In the following question, a sentence / a part of the sentence is underlined. Below are given alternatives to the underlined part which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is required, choose "No Improvement" option.

Bacteria is the most common form of life.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Bacteria are.

  1. Bacteria" is a plural Noun so we need to use a plural verb with this noun.
  2. As the chosen option has Plural verb it will improve the sentence correctly.

The correct sentence will be-

Bacteria are the most common form of life.