Error Identification In Sentences.

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1. I am sorry to say that your son has been absence from school for a week.

Explanation

The given correct answer is "absent" because it is the correct spelling of the word that describes the situation of someone not being present or missing from a particular place, in this case, school.

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Directions: Read each sentence and identify whether is it syntactically correct or incorrect. If the sentence is CORRECT, write C (in Capital letter). Otherwise, replace the word that... see moremakes the sentence incorrect by writing the correct answer in the box.
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2. Turn lift at the crossroads when you reach it.

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The correct answer is "left" because the instruction in the question is to "turn left at the crossroads when you reach it." This means that when the person reaches the crossroads, they should make a left turn.

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3. He was quite amuse when he heard what had happened.

Explanation

The correct answer is "amused" because it is the past tense form of the verb "amuse" which means to entertain or cause someone to find something funny or enjoyable. In the given sentence, the subject "he" is described as being amused when he heard about something that had happened. This implies that he found the situation funny or enjoyable.

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4. The sudden noise frightened the baby and made it crying.

Explanation

The correct answer is "cry" because it is the correct verb form that matches the subject "baby" in this sentence. The sentence states that the sudden noise frightened the baby, causing it to cry. "Cry" is the appropriate verb to describe the action of the baby expressing its fear or distress through tears.

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5. After a few minutes, I look up and saw that it was getting dark.

Explanation

The correct answer is "looked" because it is the past tense form of the verb "look". In the given sentence, the speaker is describing an action that occurred in the past, specifically when they looked up and noticed that it was getting dark. Therefore, "looked" is the appropriate verb form to use in this context.

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6. The contestant hitted the target with great accuracy a while ago.

Explanation

The given sentence states that the contestant hit the target with great accuracy in the past. "Hit" is the correct answer because it is the past tense form of the verb "hit," which means to strike or make contact with something forcefully.

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7. She crossed the road without looking and was knock down by a car.

Explanation

The correct answer is "knocked" because it is the past tense of the verb "knock," which means to strike or hit someone or something with force. In the given sentence, the woman was hit or struck down by a car because she crossed the road without looking. Therefore, "knocked" accurately describes the action that occurred in the past.

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8. I decided to climbed to the top of the hill to get a better view.

Explanation

The given sentence is in the past tense and uses the verb "climbed" correctly. It states that the speaker made a decision to climb to the top of the hill in order to have a better view. The word "climb" is the correct verb form that matches the subject "I" and the past tense of the sentence. Therefore, "climb" is the correct answer.

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9. He stopped to see if he could picked up the trail.

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The correct answer is "pick" because in the given sentence, the verb "picked" is used incorrectly. The correct form of the verb should be "pick" because it is used in the infinitive form after the verb "could." The correct sentence should be "He stopped to see if he could pick up the trail."

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10. Jane is rather a outstanding woman.

Explanation

The word "outstanding" starts with a vowel sound, so the correct indefinite article to use before it is "an" instead of "a".

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11. My father told me not to stay out late at night with my friends.

Explanation

Option C states "My father warned me about the dangers of staying out late at night with my friends." This answer is correct because it accurately reflects the message conveyed by the father. The father's intention is to caution and advise against staying out late at night with friends, emphasizing the potential risks or hazards involved.

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12. Can you lend me your book for a few days?

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13. Would you mind to go with me to the hospital ?

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The correct answer is "going" because it is the present participle form of the verb "go", which is used to form the continuous tenses in English. In this sentence, "going" is used after the verb "to go" to indicate an ongoing action or activity.

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14. If you go I'm sure you will find it enjoyable.

Explanation

The given statement implies that if the person goes somewhere, they will definitely find it enjoyable. This suggests that the speaker is confident in their belief that the person will have a good time if they choose to go. Therefore, option C is the correct answer as it accurately reflects the meaning of the statement.

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15. The shop assistant was very helpful and I was able to buy what I wanted.

Explanation

The given statement suggests that the shop assistant was helpful and as a result, the person was able to buy what they wanted. The answer C is likely to be a response option that reflects this positive experience with the shop assistant.

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16. We are grateful for Mrs Halimah for helping us to win the inter-school debate.

Explanation

The word "to" is used in this sentence to indicate the purpose or intention behind Mrs Halimah's actions. It suggests that she helped the speaker and their team win the inter-school debate.

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17. The dog wagged it's tail when it saw me approaching.

Explanation

The word "its" is the correct answer because it is used as a possessive pronoun in this sentence. The sentence is referring to the tail of the dog, indicating that the tail belongs to the dog. Therefore, "its" is used to show possession.

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18.  I hope you will kind consider my application for a job in your company.

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19. There were marks on the snow but they were unrecognizable.

Explanation

The correct answer is C. This suggests that the marks on the snow were not identifiable or distinguishable. The fact that they were "unrecognizable" indicates that they were not clear or distinct enough to be identified or understood.

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20. Jerry has been working here for sometimes.

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The word "sometime" is the correct answer because it is used to refer to an unspecified point in time or to indicate an indefinite period of time. In the given sentence, "Jerry has been working here for sometime," the word "sometime" is used to suggest that Jerry has been working at the place for an unknown or unspecified period of time.

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21. The firemen put off the fire quickly but the house was burnt down.

Explanation

The phrase "put out" means to extinguish or stop something, in this case, referring to the fire. The firemen were successful in putting out the fire quickly. However, despite their efforts, the house still ended up being burnt down.

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22. Successful applicants will be paid attracting salary, bonus and fringe benefits.

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The word "attractive" is the correct answer because it means appealing or pleasing. In the context of the sentence, it suggests that the salary, bonus, and fringe benefits offered to successful applicants are appealing or desirable.

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23. The crowd was little and I had no difficulty in getting a good seat.

Explanation

The given statement indicates that the crowd was not large in size, which made it easy for the person to find a good seat. The word "little" is used to describe the size of the crowd, implying that it was small.

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24. I am living in Westerley since last September.

Explanation

The correct answer is "have been living" because the sentence is in the present perfect continuous tense. This tense is used to describe an action that started in the past and is still ongoing in the present. In this case, the action of living in Westerley started last September and is still continuing. Therefore, "have been living" is the appropriate verb form to use.

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25. Unless you finish all your homework, you can watch television.

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The correct answer is "can't, cannot" because both "can't" and "cannot" are negative contractions of "can" and indicate the inability to do something. In this context, it implies that watching television is only possible if all homework is completed.

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I am sorry to say that your son has been absence from school for a...
Turn lift at the crossroads when you reach it.
He was quite amuse when he heard what had happened.
The sudden noise frightened the baby and made it crying.
After a few minutes, I look up and saw that it was getting dark.
The contestant hitted the target with great accuracy a while ago.
She crossed the road without looking and was knock down by a car.
I decided to climbed to the top of the hill to get a better view.
He stopped to see if he could picked up the trail.
Jane is rather a outstanding woman.
My father told me not to stay out late at night with my friends.
Can you lend me your book for a few days?
Would you mind to go with me to the hospital ?
If you go I'm sure you will find it enjoyable.
The shop assistant was very helpful and I was able to buy what I...
We are grateful for Mrs Halimah for helping us to win the inter-school...
The dog wagged it's tail when it saw me approaching.
 I hope you will kind consider my application for a job in your...
There were marks on the snow but they were unrecognizable.
Jerry has been working here for sometimes.
The firemen put off the fire quickly but the house was burnt down.
Successful applicants will be paid attracting salary, bonus and fringe...
The crowd was little and I had no difficulty in getting a good seat.
I am living in Westerley since last September.
Unless you finish all your homework, you can watch television.
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