Sentence Correction - European Links

CAT 1998 Slot 1 · Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension · Easy · Grammar

This is an easy Verbal Ability & Reading Comprehension question from the CAT 1998 Slot 1 paper. It tests Grammar. The full answer key and a step-by-step explanation are below — try it yourself first, then reveal the solution.

A part of the sentence given below has been underlined. Select the option that best replaces the underlined part.

British Airspace has been focusing on building European links.

  1. A.

    concentrating on creating European links

  2. B.

    pursuing ways of building European connectivity

  3. C.

    stressing on building European links

  4. D.

    focusing on forging European links

Answer

D

Explanation

'To forge' implies to create a lasting relationship based on hard work. 'forge ... links' makes better sense than 'build links' or 'create links'.

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