Master Sentence Correction for English Tests
Introduction Sentence correction questions evaluate your ability to spot and fix errors in grammar, usage, syntax, and style. These questions are common in competitive exams, entrance tests, and job assessments. Success in these tests requires a strong understanding of English grammar rules and common errors. Types of Errors in Sentence Correction 1. Subject-Verb Agreement Rule: A singular subject takes a singular verb, and a plural subject takes a plural verb. Incorrect: The list of items are on the table. Correct: The list of items is on the table. 2. Tense Consistency Rule: The verb tense must remain consistent unless there's a clear reason for a shift. Incorrect: She completed the project and submits it yesterday. Correct: She completed the project and submitted it yesterday. 3. Pronoun-Antecedent Agreement Rule: Pronouns must agree in number and gender with their antecedents. Incorrect: Each of the boys brought their books. Correct: Each of the boys brought his books. 4. Parallelism Rule: Item…