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The correct answer is "Treasery".

Key Points 

• ​​Let's explore the options:
• ​​​​​'Independent' means not needing or wanting help. 
• Example: Shelly wanted to be independent and beholden to no one.
• ​​​​​'Orthodoxy' means authorized or generally accepted theory, doctrine, or practice. 
• Example: Any questioning of conservative orthodoxy was viewed as an act of betrayal.

​​​​​'Currency' means the system or type of money that a particular country uses.

• Example: Ten people were indicted for making and selling counterfeit currency.
• 'Treasery': ​There is no such word in English or we can say that there is some spelling mistake in this word.
• The correct spelling is 'Treasury' which means the funds or revenue of a state, institution, or society.

​Hence, the correct answer is option 1.

Additional Information 

• The synonyms of the word 'Treasury' are exchequer, coffer, and fisc.
• ​Example of 'Treasury' in a sentence.
• ​Example: We can hardly exaggerate the state treasury's financial difficulties during the period under study.

The erroneous spelling is "Writen"

Key Points

• The incorrect spelling is "Written".
• Let's see the meanings of the given words-
• Beaten- strike (a person or an animal) repeatedly and violently so as to hurt or injure them, typically with an implement such as a club or whip.
• Stolen- take (another person's property) without permission or legal right and without intending to return it.
• Written- mark (letters, words, or other symbols) on a surface, typically paper, with a pen, pencil, or similar implement.
• Eaten- put (food) into the mouth and chew and swallow it.
• Hence, the correct answer is Option 3.

The correct answer is Option 4.

Key Points

• The primary issue in the sentence is the incorrect preposition "on" used with "the pool." The correct preposition should be "into."
• Prepositions are essential for indicating the relationship between words in a sentence, and using the wrong one can change the meaning or make the sentence grammatically incorrect.
• The corrected phrase should be "jumped into the pool" to ensure proper grammatical construction and clarity.
• Thus, the error is located in part D of the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4.

Correct Sentence: "The swimmer jumped into the pool with the whistle."

The correct answer is Option 3.

Key Points

• The phrase "brought up a huge change" is incorrect.
• The correct phrase should be "brought about a huge change."
• "Brought about" is the correct phrasal verb to indicate causing something to happen.
• Thus, the error is located in Option 3 of the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option 3.

Correct Sentence: "His mother’s transfer from a small town to Delhi brought about a huge change in his schooling."

Additional Information

• Option 1: "His mother’s transfer," – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
• Option 2: "from a small town to Delhi," – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
• Option 4: "in his schooling." – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.

The correct answer is 'in the deterioration of air quality.'

 Key Points

• The preposition "in" is incorrectly used to link "industrial emissions" with "the deterioration of air quality." The correct preposition should convey cause and effect.
• "On" is the appropriate preposition to use in this context ("on the deterioration of air quality"), as it accurately describes the influence of industrial emissions on air quality.
• Prepositions are crucial for clarifying relationships between different elements within a sentence, and the correct preposition ensures clear communication of these relationships.
• The preposition "on" indicates the effect or influence on something, which fits the context here.
• The misuse of "in" could confuse readers about the specific relationship between emissions and air quality deterioration.

Therefore, the correct answer is Option C.

 Additional Information

• Option A: Correctly introduces the subject matter without preposition error.
• Option B: Properly identifies the factor being analyzed (industrial emissions) without an issue.
• Option D: Appropriately describes the geographical extent of the impact, also correctly using the preposition "across."

The correct answer is '1' i.e. an European gymnast that changed .

Key Points

• The article "an" is used before words that begin with vowel sounds, whereas "a" is used before words that begin with consonant sounds.
• In the phrase "an European gymnast," the word "European" begins with a vowel letter but has a consonant sound (/j/ sound, like the beginning of "you").
• Therefore, the correct usage should be "a European gymnast" instead of "an European gymnast."

Correct sentence: It was an interesting chat with a European gymnast that changed my mindset towards the sport.

Additional Information

• Articles:
• "A": Used before words starting with consonant sounds (e.g., a book, a university).
• "An": Used before words starting with vowel sounds (e.g., an apple, an hour).
• Common Errors: Misusing articles based on the letter instead of the sound (e.g., "an university" is incorrect because "university" starts with a /j/ consonant sound).

The correct answer is Option 1.

Key Points

• The primary issue in the sentence is the use of "will" in a conditional sentence that requires the past tense.
• In conditional sentences, "if" clauses should be followed by "would" instead of "will" to maintain correct tense agreement.
• The correct phrase should be "we would," ensuring grammatical correctness and clarity.
• Thus, the error is located in part C of the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is C.

Correct Sentence: "If we were meeting at 6 p.m., we would have plenty of time."

The correct answer is Option 4.

Key Points

• The primary issue in the sentence is the use of the preposition "at" instead of the correct preposition "about."
• The correct phrase should be "I have thought about," ensuring grammatical correctness and clarity.
• Thus, the error is located in part 4 of the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is 4.

Correct Sentence: "I have thought about what you said and I've decided to take your advice."

The correct answer is **Option 4**.

 

**Key Points**

- The primary issue in the sentence is the use of the adjective "**cautious**" instead of the adverb "**cautiously**."
- Adjectives describe nouns, whereas adverbs describe verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs. In this context, "cautiously" is needed to describe how Radha climbed the ladder.
- The correct phrase should be "**ladder cautiously**," ensuring grammatical correctness and clarity.

Therefore, the correct answer is **Option 4**.

 

**Correct Sentence:** *"Radha climbed the ladder cautiously, but she fell off despite being careful."*

 

**Additional Information**

- **Radha climbed the** – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
- **but she fell off** – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
- **despite being careful** – This part of the sentence is grammatically correct and does not require any changes.
- **No error** – This would be the correct option if there were no mistakes in the sentence, but there is an error in part 4.

The correct answer is: Accomplice.

Key Points

• The word "Accomplice" refers to a person who helps another in committing a crime or wrongful act. (सह-अपराधी)
• Example: The police arrested the thief and his accomplice who were involved in the bank robbery.
• "Partner in crime" is a phrase that is synonymous with accomplice and refers to someone who aids or collaborates in illegal or immoral activities. (अपराध में साथी)
• Example: They were partners in crime, planning all the mischief together.
• Hence, the word "Accomplice" perfectly substitutes the phrase "A partner in crime."

Therefore, the correct answer is: Accomplice.

Additional Information

Here are the other options explained along with their Hindi meanings and example sentences:

• Rival (प्रतिद्वंद्वी): A person or entity competing against another.
• Example: The two companies have been rivals in the tech industry for decades.
• Patriot (देशभक्त): A person who strongly supports and is loyal to their country.
• Example: The soldiers displayed great patriotism by defending their nation during the war.
• Ally (मित्र): A person or group that supports or cooperates with another, often in times of conflict.
• Example: During World War II, many countries became allies to fight against common enemies.