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    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.

    Despite of his hard work (1)/, he couldn't secure a

    place (2)/ in the national team (3)/ due to fierce competition. (4)/ No error (5)
    A 3 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B 1 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C 4 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D 2 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E no error Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    The preposition "of" is incorrect here. "Despite" should not be followed by "of." The correct phrase is simply "Despite his hard work."

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