Question

Given below sentence. A part of each sentence is underlined which may contain an error. Replace the underlined part with the right choice
If I am a king I would give this order

• A. If I was a king
• B. If I were a king
• C. If I being a king
• D. If I are a king

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

In the given sentence, "If I am a king I would give this order," the underlined part "If I am a king" needs to be corrected to ensure grammatical accuracy, particularly in terms of conditional sentence structure.

The sentence appears to be structured as a hypothetical or imaginary condition, which typically uses the subjunctive mood in English grammar.

Let's analyze the options:

1. If I was a king: This option uses the past simple verb "was," which is grammatically incorrect in a subjunctive mood, where "were" should be employed. Hence, this option is incorrect.
2. If I were a king: This option correctly applies the subjunctive mood, which is standard in hypothetical statements (contrary-to-fact conditionals). Therefore, this choice is correct.
3. If I being a king: This structure is grammatically incorrect as it does not conform to standard English usage for hypothetical conditions.
4. If I are a king: This is also grammatically incorrect. "Are" is used with plural subjects or with "you" and does not fit here.

Conclusion: The correct sentence should be: "If I were a king, I would give this order."