Question

    A sentence has been divided into four parts, one of which may contain an error. Identify that fragment and mark it as your answer. Mark (5) if the sentence contains no error.

    Under Flick’s leadership, the Blaugrana (1)/   have shown signs of revitalisation (2)/ and seem poising to mount a serious (3)/ challenge to Real’s hold on the fixture (4)/ no error (5)

    A 1 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 2 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 4 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E no error Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The word "poising" is incorrect in this context. The correct phrase should be "poised to mount" instead of "poising," as "poised" indicates readiness or preparation. The corrected phrase should be: "and seem poised to mount a serious challenge."

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