Select the option in which the usage of the given word is INCORRECT or INAPPROPRIATE. EXPECT
I am ready to take you anywhere expect the lake.
Understanding Incorrect Word Usage
This question asks us to identify the sentence where the word 'expect' is used incorrectly or inappropriately. We need to carefully examine the meaning and context of 'expect' in each option.
The Word 'Expect'
'Expect' is a verb that generally means to anticipate, look forward to, or believe that something is likely to happen or be the case. It implies a future occurrence or a requirement.
Analyzing the Options
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Option 1:
She is only a child. You expect too much from her.Here, 'expect' is used correctly. It means that the speaker believes too many things are being required or anticipated from the child, which is a standard usage.
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Option 2:
I am ready to take you anywhere expect the lake.This sentence uses 'expect' where 'except' is needed. The word 'except' means 'not including' or 'other than'. The intended meaning is that the speaker is willing to go anywhere, but not including the lake. Using 'expect' here is incorrect because it implies anticipation rather than exclusion.
Let's clarify the difference:
- Expect: To think something will happen. (e.g., "I expect rain.")
- Except: Not including. (e.g., "Everyone came except Tom.")
Therefore, the correct word should be 'except' to exclude the lake from the places they are willing to go.
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Option 3:
They expect us to work on Saturdays as well.In this sentence, 'expect' is used correctly. It means that the people referred to anticipate or require that 'us' will work on Saturdays.
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Option 4:
We expected him yesterday, but he didn't turn upThis is also a correct usage of 'expect'. It means that 'we' anticipated his arrival yesterday, but he did not come.
Identifying the Incorrect Usage
Based on the analysis, the word 'expect' is used inappropriately in Option 2. The sentence should correctly use the word 'except' to convey the intended meaning of exclusion. This makes Option 2 the sentence with the incorrect or inappropriate usage of the given word.
Important Questions from Correct Usage of Word
Directions: Given below is a word, followed by three sentences that consist of that word. Identify the sentence(s) that express(es) the meaning of the word.
INTEREST
A. She must be allowed to grieve and interest in her own way.
B. He urged further interest rate cuts in a bid to kick-start the economy.
C. It might interest you to learn that I've changed my opinion on that matter.
Directions: Given below is a word, followed by three sentences that consist of that word. Identify the sentence(s) that express(es) the meaning of the word.
REVISED
A. The college has revised its plans because of local objections.
B. The revised proposal will be presented to the board for discussion at Tuesday's meeting.
C. The judge was revised in the newspapers for his opinions on rape.
Directions: Given below is a word, followed by three sentences that consist of that word. Identify the sentence(s) that express(es) the meaning of the word.
DEFY
A. The brave young woman decided to defy the rules and pursue her dreams.
B. His actions openly defied the authority of the government.
C. The officer was convicted for refusing to defy orders
Directions: Given below is a word, followed by three sentences that consist of that word. Identify the sentence(s) that express(es) the meaning of the word.
HANDLE
A. She carefully held the handle of the door.
B. The detective found a crucial piece of evidence with his keen handle on the case.
C. He couldn't handle the pressure and decided to quit.
Select the option in which the usage of the given word is INCORRECT or INAPPROPRIATE.
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