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All Spot The Error Questions(1–34 of 34)

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Q1mediummcqEnglish LanguageMock Exam2026
36% accuracy
Identify the INCORRECT section of the given sentence.
Four people / were / witnesses of / that event.
Q2mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam2026
0% accuracy
Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error.Due to its fragrance, the petals of an rose are often used in perfumes and cosmetics.
Q3mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam2026
33% accuracy
The given sentence has an error. Select the option that contains the error in the given sentence.We have to be cautius regarding the impact of global warming.
Q4mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
0% accuracy
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
He swam to(A)/ an island that(B)/ was not far away. (C)/No error(D)
Q5mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
0% accuracy
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
The two children were(A)/identical except for(B)/the colour for their eyes. (C)/No error(D)
Q6mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
100% accuracy
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
At the party (A) / Rohit introduced me to his friend (B) / who is radio jockey. (C) / No error (D)
Q7mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
100% accuracy
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
Sarah's father, died (A) / of heart attack at (B) / a very young age. (C) / No error (D)
Q8mediummcqEnglish LanguageStaff Selection Commission2026
100% accuracy
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
A debit card is similar to a credit card, but unlike a (1)/ credit card, the money came directly from the (2)/ user's bank account when performing a transaction. (3)/ No error (4)
Q9mediummcqEnglish LanguageStaff Selection Commission2026
0% accuracy
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
Needlessly to say, (1)/ we need more (2)/ environmentalists on this planet. (3)/ No error (4)
Q10mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
0% accuracy
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
All the furnitures(A)/has been replaced(B)/by the landlord.(C)/No error(D)
Q11mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
0% accuracy
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
This town has an ancient temple(A)/and beautiful waterfall(B)/so many tourists come here.(C)/No error(D)
Q12mediummcqEnglish LanguageStaff Selection Commission2026
0% accuracy
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
Her heart was(A)/pounding as he(B)/stopped front of her.(C)/No error(D)
Q13mediummcqEnglish LanguageStaff Selection Commission2026
0% accuracy
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
He only plays a subsidiary(A)/ role in the management(B)/of this organization.(C)/No error(D)
Q14mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
100% accuracy
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
His assistance (1)/ wasn't happy (2)/ with his job. (3)/ No error (4)
Q15mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
0% accuracy
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
A very first time I used the internet I was very intimidated, (1)/ and thought that anyone who could use (2)/ such an elaborate thing must be a genius. (3)/ No error (4)
Q16mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
Information that comes (1)/ through conversations (2)/ get imprinted in the mind. (3)/ No error (4)
Q17mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.This is in between(A)/you and me, not(B)/the entire neighbourhood.(C)/No error(D)
Q18mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
Passive voice sentences tend to be more wordy and (1)/ vague but could still be useful in some (2)/ situations, such as formal or scientific writing. (3)/ No error (4)
Q19mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
Soon as he(A)/saw the policeman,(B)/ he ran away.(C)/No error(D)
Q20mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
You must not(A)/look down into(B)/parents' advice.(C)/No error(D)
Q21mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select "No Error".
His reputation for(A)/being rough on(B)/students was well earned.(C)/No error(D)
Q22mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select "No Error".
Tom Sawyer is one(A)/of the best kid stories(B)/that was ever written.(C)/No error(D)
Q23mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam 20262026
Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error.
He was consulted seldom by his colleagues while making important decisions on financial matters.
Q24mediummcqEnglish LanguageGeneral English Practice2026
Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error.
Netaji, a hero of Modern India, is remembered for his contribution in the establishment of Indian Army.
Q25mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.The prince and princess(A)/made their way(B)/through the cheering crowd.(C)/No error(D)
Q26mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'. The substitution of cream(A)/ instead of milk in the recipe (B)/makes for a rich dessert. (C)/No error(D)
Q27mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam 20262026
Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error.
King Solomon of Israel is said to be one of a wisest man who ruled the earth.
Q28mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.The airplane took(A)/ of as soon as I(B)/arrived at the airport.(C)/No error(D)
Q29mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam2026
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
Saving water and ensuring that our stocks of water (1)/ are fair distributed to everyone who needs them, (2)/ is absolutely crucial for keeping us alive. (3)/ No error (4)
Q30mediummcqEnglish LanguageCompetitive Exam2026
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
The fire in the (1)/ chemistry lab was (2)/ difficult to put off. (3)/ No error (4)
Q31mediummcqEnglish LanguageStaff Selection Commission2026
The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains an error.
Shall have / you bring / your note-book / tomorrow?
Q32mediummcqEnglish LanguageStaff Selection Commission2026
The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error.
(1) Ganga was (2) out shopping at the mall (3) and ran over (4) her schoolmate.
Q33mediummcqEnglish LanguageStaff Selection Commission2026
The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error.
I used to eat into / in the evening / when my parents / were on night shifts.
Q34mediummcqEnglish LanguageSSC CGL2026
The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error.
We must / take care / of one other / in times of crisis.

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