Grammar and Usage - Correct sentences identification 3

CAT 2007 Slot 1 · VARC · Medium · Grammar

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In the question, there are five sentences or parts of sentences that form a paragraph. Identify the sentence(s) or part(s) of sentence(s) that is/are correct in terms of grammar and usage. Then, choose the most appropriate option.

A. It is sometimes told that democratic B. government originated in the city-states C. of ancient Greece. Democratic ideals have been handed to us from that time. D. In truth, however, this is an unhelpful assertion. E. The Greeks gave us the word, hence did not provide us with a model.

  1. A.

    A, B & D

  2. B.

    B, C & D

  3. C.

    B & D

  4. D.

    B only

  5. E.

    D only

Answer

C

Explanation

A is incorrect: 'It is sometimes said' (not 'told'). C is incorrect: 'handed down to us' (missing 'down'). E is incorrect: 'hence' creates a fragment/logical error ('but did not'). B and D are correct.

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