Spot the Errors - English (MCQ) for Bank, MBA, CAT, MAT, GMAT, SSC for Q. 26263

a. 1

b. 2

c. 3

d. 4

e. 5

 

Use 'irons' instead of 'iron'. Here, 'irons' denote 'chains'. Some nouns change their meaning when used in plural form.

The correct sentence should be: The judge ordered that the
irons of the accused should be removed.

Some nouns that change their meaning when used in plural form:

Noun (Singular Form)	Meaning	Noun (Plural Form)	Meaning
Blind	Unable to see	Blinds	A screen for a window
Advice	Counsel	Advices	Information
Authority	Command	Authorities	Persons in power
Character	Moral qualities of individual	Characters	People in novel, play or films
Good	Nice	Goods	Property (things)
Iron	Metal	Irons	Chains
Content	Satisfaction	Contents	Things contained
Respect	Regards	Respects	Compliments
Work	Job	Works	Compositions
Earning	Income	Earnings	Savings
Quarter	One-fourth	Quarters	Houses
Air	Atmosphere	Airs	Affected manners, Proud behaviour

Example

It is shameful to use force with a woman. (Strength)

The forces on the border are always alert. (Army)

I shall return within two hours. (Come back)

The returns were very poor. (Earnings)