Question

Directions: In this question, each sentence is divided into four parts (a), (b), (c) and (d). Find out which part of the sentence contains an error. If there is no error, mark your answer as (e).

• A. She regarded her marraiage/
• B. as a mean to an end
• C. she just wanted/
• D. her husband's wealth/
• E. No error

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

To solve this sentence error detection question, we need to analyze each part of the sentence to identify any grammatical mistakes. Let's evaluate each segment:

1. Part (a): "She regarded her marraiage/"
   This part of the sentence seems almost correct, but there is a spelling error in the word "marraiage." The correct spelling is "marriage." However, according to the provided answer, we should look into other parts for the error.
2. Part (b): "as a mean to an end"
   Here lies the error. The phrase "as a mean to an end" should correctly be "as a means to an end." The word "means" in this context is a noun that is always used in the plural form even when it refers to a singular concept. Therefore, the phrase should read "as a means to an end."
3. Part (c): "she just wanted/"
   This part of the sentence is grammatically correct. There is no issue in terms of structure or word usage here.
4. Part (d): "her husband's wealth/"
   This part of the sentence is also correct and follows standard English grammar and structure.
5. Option (e): "No error"
   As we have identified an error in Part (b), this option is incorrect.

Thus, we can conclude that the error exists in Part (b), specifically due to the incorrect use of the singular form "mean" instead of "means." Hence, the correct answer is "as a mean to an end."