Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
The plot of the story effects the character and their growth.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. affects the character.
Error Concept: Confusion between “affect” and “effect”.
What is wrong:
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The sentence uses “effects” as a verb, which is incorrect in this context.
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“Effect” as a verb means to bring about, which does not fit the intended meaning here.
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The correct verb to use when one thing influences or changes another is “affect.”
Grammatical Concept:
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Affect (verb) = to influence or have an impact on
Example: The weather affects my mood. -
Effect (noun) = the result or outcome
Example: The new law had a positive effect.
Correct phrase/ correction: affects the character and their growth
Final Sentence: The plot of the story affects the character and their growth.
Hence, the chosen option will be correct.