Question
Download Solution PDFDirection: Identify the error if any in (A), (B), (C) part of the sentence. If there is no error, your answer is (D).
He ought not have (A)/done such a (B)/ filthy thing (C)./ No error (D)
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Option 1)
Key Points
- In the first part of the given sentence, the construction 'ought not have' is incorrect.
- The correct construction should be 'ought not to have'.
- Example: He ought not to have done such a filthy thing.
Hence, the correct statement is: He ought not to have done such a filthy thing.
Additional Information
- The word 'ought' is a modal verb and is always followed by the infinitive 'to' when it refers to an obligation or duty.
- It is used to express something that is expected or desired.
Last updated on Mar 27, 2025
-> The DSSSB Pharmacist Exam for Advt. No. 04/2024 will be held from 5th to 7th May 2025.
-> DSSSB Pharmacist Notification was released for 2 vacancies (Advt. No. 05/2024), and 318 vacancies (Advt. No. 01/2024)
-> Candidates with a Bachelor's degree in Pharmacy are eligible to apply for the post.
-> The selection process includes a written test (One Tier Technical Examination) for 200 marks.