Free Printable Spot The Error Marathon

1.

Akash crouched towards (1) directly in front of the cabinet (2) his face only inches away (3) from the glass (4) No Error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

2.

A moment after the pregnant lady (1) came out of the (2) hospital ward holding a baby (3) boy in her arms (4) No Error

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

3.

One part of the sentence below may contain may error. Identify the part. If there is no error, choose "No error".

Everyday life have become/ more complicated / with the advancement / in mobile technology.

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

4.

Which of phrases given below each sentence should replace the phrase printed in bold type to make the grammatically correct?

Had you been told me about your problem, I would have helped you.

a)

If you had

b)

If you would have

c)

Had you have

d)

If you have

5.

Correct the sentence given below to make it grammatically meaningful. If the sentence is correct, choose 'No Error'.

Jenny probably isn’t going to come for the rehearsal tomorrow.

a)

Jenny probably won't come for the rehearsal tomorrow

b)

Jenny probably wasn't going to come for the rehearsal tomorrow

c)

Jenny probably is going to come for the rehearsal tomorrow

d)

No Error

6.

In the following question, one part of the sentence may have an error. Find out which part of the sentence has an error. If the sentence is free from error, click the 'No error' option.

The students (1) have not graduated (2) from the course (3) isn’t it? (4) No Error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

7.

Which of phrases given below each sentence should replace the phrase printed in bold type to make the grammatically correct?

Marta took a seat in front of the video monitor which is already in playback mode.

a)

Martha took a seat

b)

in front of the video monitor

c)

which is already

d)

in play back mode

e)

No Error

8.

In the following question, one part of the sentence may have an error. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and click the button corresponding to it. If the sentence is free from error, click the 'No error' option.
Priya quickly explained that in her world of symbols, feelings does not mean anything.

a)

Priya quickly explained that

b)

in her world of symbols,

c)

feelings does not mean anything.

d)

No error

9.

In the following question, one part of the sentence may have an error. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and click the button corresponding to it. If the sentence is free from error, click the 'No error' option.

The dogs have a good time in the park today

a)

The dogs have

b)

a good time

c)

in the park today

d)

No error

10.

In the following question, one part of the sentence may have an error. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and click the button corresponding to it. If the sentence is free from error, click the 'No error' option.

Sheena has lived in California since 9 months

a)

Sheena has lived in California for 9 months

b)

Sheena has lived at California for 9 months

c)

Sheena has lived for California since 9 months

d)

Sheena has lived in California in 9 months

11.

Find the error in given sentence and choose the appropriate option.

Her footsteps grew loud as she walked down the stairs to fetch the hat.

a)

footsteps grew louder

b)

footsteps grow louder

c)

footsteps grows louder

d)

no correction required

12.

The lady _____ purse was lost lodged a complaint at the police station.

a)

who

b)

whose

c)

whom

d)

where

13.

Some part of the sentence below may contain an error. Identify the part. If there is no error, choose ‘No Error’.

The new computation algorithm/ combines scores with/ multiple measures of / quantitative assessment/ No Error

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

14.

One part of the sentence below may contain an error. Identify the error or choose “No Error”

The children are quick to grasp, isn’t it?

a)

The children are

b)

Quick to grasp

c)

Isn’t it?

d)

No error

15.

One part of the sentence below may contain an error. Identify the error or choose “No Error”

One of the unreturned book was found in the parking lot.

a)

One of the unreturned book

b)

was found

c)

in the parking lot

d)

No error

16.

One part of the sentence below may contain an error. Identify the error or choose “No Error”

All the students of the class decided to head to the principal’s office to complain for the new teacher’s misconduct

a)

All the students of the class decided

b)

to head to the principal’s office

c)

to complain for the new teacher’s misconduct

d)

No error

17.

One part of the sentence below may contain an error. Identify the error or choose “No Error”

Mrs. Diggle wanted her children to be hardworking, sincere and punctual

a)

Mrs. Diggle wanted her

b)

Children to be hardworking

c)

sincere and punctual

d)

No error

18.

One part of the sentence below may contain an error. Identify the error or choose “No Error”

He had been married with a doctor for five years

a)

He had been married

b)

With a doctor

c)

For five years

d)

No Error

19.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blanks:

Shreya will keep working for you _____ you are respectful towards her.

a)

For

b)

As long

c)

As long as

d)

As soon as

20.

No sooner did he see his teacher (1)/ when he (2)/ stopped copying. (3)/ No error(4).

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

21.

There have been a (1) / couple of minor localised incidents (A) / of law and order which (B) / has been handled (C) / very professionally. (D)

a)

1

b)

A

c)

B

d)

C

e)

D

22.

On account of the (A) / high land prices we (B) / are setup the factory (C) / on the outskirts of the city. (D) / No error (E)

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

e)

E

23.

Negotiations with the bank (A) / are at an advanced (B) / stage and we hope to (C) / signed the deal soon. (D) / No error (E)

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

e)

E

24.

As per the agreement (A) / scientists from both of (B) / the countries will work (C) / together to find the solution. (D) / No error (E)

a)

A

b)

B

c)

C

d)

D

e)

E

25.

Honestly speaking/I Like her not because / she is beautiful and charming / but that she is exceedingly kind.

a)

Honestly speaking

b)

I like her not because

c)

she is beautiful and charming

d)

but that she is exceedingly kind

26.

I need to get to the house in Mainstreet Road by nine o’clock.

a)

I need to get to the house in

b)

Mainstreet Road by

c)

nine o’clock

d)

no error

27.

We discussed about the question so well (1)
on the eve of the examination (2)
that I found it very easy to solve it (3)
No error (4)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

28.

It is difficult
for anyone
to ran on a slippery surface
no error

a)

It is difficult

b)

for anyone

c)

to ran on a slippery surface

d)

no error

29.

Either Tom (1) or Peter forgot (2) to take (3) their pen. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

30.

If Tom had known
it yesterday
he will have helped him
No error

a)

If Tom had known

b)

it yesterday

c)

he will have helped him

d)

No error

31.

While flying over (1) India we had (2) glimpses of (3) Himalayas and Ganges. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

32.

Peter used (1) scissor (2) to cut off (3) his shirt. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

33.

Children must make (1) a resolution of giving up at least (2) one of the bad habit (3) such as biting nails, getting up late, eating fast-food, etc.(4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

34.

Each of the teachers (1) have (2) been given (3) an award and a cake. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

35.

Tony had scarcely (1) finished painting (2) while he fell (3) asleep. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

36.

No sooner (1) did we reach the office (2) then (3) it started raining. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

37.

As soon as the peon (1) rings the bell, then (2) all the students (3) assemble in the auditorium.

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

38.

I found that jacket (1) more better than (2) any other jacket (3) of this brand. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

39.

I haven't been (1) to Mumbai before and (2) neither my sister. (3) No error (4)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

40.

Mr. Sharma not only stopped (1) coming to (2) hospital but also (3) going to other places which are related to the accident. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

41.

Work hard (1) lest (2) you should not (3) lose the game. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

42.

Rahul did not (1) steal the apples (2) from the orchard (3) never did his brother. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

43.

The medical store (1) hadn't hardly (2) any of the (3) required medicines. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

44.

Though he (1) was sick (2) but he (3) won the race. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

45.

Although Peter tried (1) his best (2) but he could not (3) win the game. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

46.

Both Maria as wells as (1) her sister are (2) determined (3) to win the dance competition. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

47.

Your success in business (1) not only depends on hard work (2) but on your (3) ability to plan and execute the strategies (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

48.

Ram is kind (1) not only in words (2) and also (3) in action. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

49.

I cannot say (1) if Sandy has (2) passed the exam (3) or not. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

50.

Our destination (1) was about (2) thirty and forty (3) kilometers to the west. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

51.

She has lots (1) of money, and (2) she dare not (3) start a company. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

52.

From May 1996 (1) and July 2006 (2) the village's population (3) is declined by 25,000 people. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

53.

The employees (1) take a break (2) between 1 pm to 2 pm (3) every day. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

54.

Raman did not (1) go to the office (2) because it was (3) raining. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

55.

Unless we do not know (1) where to go (2), we can't find (3) that restaurant. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

56.

Peter would not (1) have suffered (2) when Maria had (3) helped him in time. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

57.

Peter has bought (1) a dozen of copies (2) of English story (3) books for children. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

58.

The police (1) is becoming (2) more and more (3) active to reduce crime. (4) No error (5) (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

59.

Recently I visited (1) Rishikesh and found (2) the sceneries to be (3) mesmerizing. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

60.

She has been (1) studying with me (2) as she (3) came here. (4) No error.

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

61.

Girls after girls (1) spoke against (2) the violence (3) against women (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

62.

All her (1) brother-in-laws are (2) very handsome to (3) look at. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

63.

Peter is very senior (1) to me, so (2) I dare not (3) disobey him. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

64.

Tony introduced to (1) the chairman as (2) the host of the (3) event. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

65.

Everybody knows that (1) Kumar Sanu is (2) the most unique singer (3) of the film industry. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

66.

He put his (1) sign at the bottom (2) of the paper (3) and submitted it. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

67.

Every man and (1) woman (2) will do his best (3) to win the game. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

68.

The reason why (1) she is (2) rejected is because (3) she is too young. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

69.

In Chennai (1) Deepak came across with (2) many of his friends (3) who had settled in this city. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

70.

Suppose if (1) you are tired (2) what would you (3) do then? (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

71.

More the one (1) player have (2) been shortlisted (3) for the scholarship. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

72.

The news were (1) broadcast (2) all over the world (3) from XYZ media. No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

73.

Neither the teachers (1) nor the principal (2) were present in (3) the function. (4) No error

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

74.

Sandy is not (1) able to (2) cope up with (3) the exam stress. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

75.

Two-fourths of (1) the land (2) have been (3) plowed. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

76.

Everyone (1) among (2) your friends (3) like dancing. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

77.

Not only (1) the students (2) but also the teachers (3) was playing football. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

78.

Peter (1) as well as (2) his friends (3) were laughing. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

79.

The president (1) and the prime minister (2) was (3) present in the function. (4) No error (5).

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

80.

Mr. Sharma (1) my friend and teacher (2) are known for (3) his good behavior. (4) No error (5).

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

81.

John can speak (1) the English (2) French and (3) Spanish fluently (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

82.

Although Peter is not (1) a honest man (2) yet he is (3) not a criminal. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

83.

Tom has a habit of (1) coming late to the office (2) putting his colleagues (3) to lot of trouble. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

84.

Peter and Andrea walked (1) besides each other (2) in complete (3) silence. (4) No Error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

85.

Maria brought the chocolates (1) and distributed them (2) between her (3) four children. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

86.

The fish is (1) the favorite food (2) of (3) the Bengalis. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

87.

She has been (1) promoted to the (2) rank of (3) the D.I.G. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

88.

It was (1) by a mistake (2) that Peter (3) broke (4) the glass window. (5) No error

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

89.

The committee will put on (1) a notice in this (2) regard for (3) your consideration. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

90.

Peter was taken with (1) surprise when he saw (2) the famous (3) Red Fort. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

91.

His dog (1) Tommy was (2) was blind within (3) one eye. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

92.

Although the stress (1) was behind (2) her capacity (3) yet she didn't complain. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

93.

After showing the pass (1) we entered into (2) the auditorium (3) next to the restaurant. (4) No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

94.

Doctors can't treat (1) this complicated disease (2) unless full medical equipment (3) are not given to them (4). No error (5)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

95.

Several famous politicians (1) involved in the scandal (2) are required to appear (3) to the investigation committee. (4) No Error (5).

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

96.

Children generally (1) fight above (2) petty issues. (3) No error. (4)

a)

1

b)

2

c)

3

d)

4

e)

5

97.

He was very tired as he is working since 6 O' clock in the morning.

a)

he was working

b)

he had been working

c)

he has been working

d)

he will be working

e)

No Error

98.

Sentence Correction

The small child does whatever his father was done.

a)

has done

b)

did

c)

does

d)

had done

99.

Sentence Correction

In addition to enhanced their reputations through strategic use of philanthropy, companies are sponsoring social initiatives to open new markets.

A.B.C.D.

a)

of enhancing their reputation

b)

to having enhance their reputation

c)

to enhancing their reputation

d)

to have their reputation enhancing

100.

Sentence Formation

1. I

2. help

3. not

4. you

5.did

a)

24351

b)

15324

c)

45231

d)

43152

101.

The girl to who I sold my car was very honest.

a)

to who I sell

b)

to whom I sold

c)

to who I sold

d)

to whom I sell

102.

The teacher told Alice to skim the chapter one more time.

a)

invited Alice

b)

asked Alice

c)

ordered Alice

d)

said to Alice

103.

All neighbors was introduced to the bride.

a)

has introduced

b)

introduced

c)

have introduced

d)

were introduced

104.

Because of his mastery in yoga, his yoga academy have grown in popularity.

a)

were growing

b)

is grow

c)

is growing

d)

has growing

105.

Young men and women should get habit to waking up early in the morning.

a)

used

b)

trained

c)

prepared

d)

practice

106.

Maria's fans were all shocked at her failure in the Olympics.

a)

shocked by

b)

had shocked all at

c)

were shocked at all

d)

None of the above

107.

The population of China is higher than that of all other country in the world.

a)

higher than all other

b)

higher than all other

c)

greatest than all

d)

higher than that of any other

108.

The performances at the event were rather worst than I had expected.

a)

bad than I wished

b)

worse than expectation

c)

worse than I had expected

d)

No correction required

109.

Why did not you threw the ball away?

a)

had not you threw

b)

did you not throw

c)

you did not thrown

d)

No correction required

110.

Shapes of goddesses are worshiped by people since ancient times.

a)

Reflections

b)

Shadows

c)

Images

d)

No correction required

111.

The coach asked the players if they thought he was right and the players shouted that they have

a)

that they did

b)

that he is

c)

that they had

d)

that they have

112.

Jack unnecessarily picked up a fight with the bartender and left the party.

a)

picking up

b)

have picked

c)

picked on

d)

picked

113.

Alice never have and ever will take such wrong measures.

a)

has and never will take

b)

had taken nor will ever take

c)

had taken and never take

d)

had and ever will take

114.

Although he is a famous singer, yesterday performance was too disappointing.

a)

yesterday performance was about

b)

performance of yesterday were

c)

yesterday's performance was

d)

no correction required

115.

One of the most important phenomenon of our times is the development of computer science.

a)

of all phenomenon

b)

phenomenas

c)

no improvement required

d)

phenomena

116.

The natural lakes are drying; it must not had rained.

a)

must not have

b)

must not has

c)

must have not

d)

was not

117.

You will fail if you not start studying now

a)

does not start

b)

do not start

c)

have not start

d)

has not start

118.

All the charges of corruption leveled on him were found baseless.

a)

level against

b)

leveled with

c)

leveled over

d)

leveled against

119.

For a few days, the new teacher lectured across the heads of the students.

a)

on the heads

b)

over the heads

c)

over the head

d)

through the heads of

120.

Renuka lake is one of the most beautiful lakes in Himachal Pradesh, India.

a)

most beautiful lake in

b)

more beautiful lake in

c)

most beautiful lakes on

d)

Correction not required

121.

He is as tall if not taller than his brother.

a)

as tall as if not

b)

as tall if not

c)

not so tall but as

d)

None of the above

122.

We continued to play football even of the heavy rains.

a)

instead

b)

despite

c)

although

d)

none of the above

123.

The courts should actively take moves to safeguard the rights of the poor.

a)

take steps to safeguard

b)

make steps to safeguard

c)

took steps to safeguard

d)

make moved to safeguard

124.

Rex is a chef. He demonstrated to us how it prepared the Biryani.

a)

how she prepared

b)

how he has prepared

c)

how he have prepared

d)

how he had prepared

125.

She felt humiliated when she realized that she had cheated.

a)

were cheated

b)

is cheated

c)

had been cheated

d)

have been cheated

Spot The Error Marathon

Total questions: 125

Worksheet time: 2hrs 5mins

No sooner did he see his teacher (1)/ when he (2)/ stopped copying. (3)/ No error(4).

There have been a (1) / couple of minor localised incidents (A) / of law and order which (B) / has been handled (C) / very professionally. (D)

On account of the (A) / high land prices we (B) / are setup the factory (C) / on the outskirts of the city. (D) / No error (E)

Negotiations with the bank (A) / are at an advanced (B) / stage and we hope to (C) / signed the deal soon. (D) / No error (E)

As per the agreement (A) / scientists from both of (B) / the countries will work (C) / together to find the solution. (D) / No error (E)

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