QUIZ: 10 Common English mistakes Indians make

Resume and copy editors from across the world will agree that most grammar mistakes people make in English are due to ignorance of the right usage of a particular word.

This is also due to the nature of certain words that sound similar. Take the quiz below and find out where you are going wrong.

1. Everyone, _____ Rohan went out for a movie last Friday.
1) accept
2) expect
3) except

3. Is this ____ car?
1) your
2) you're

4. When the computer stops responding to your commands, you know, ____ facing a problem.
1) it's
2) its

6. Amit and Smita are getting married next week. ___ wedding will take place in Bangalore.
1) There
2) Their
3) They're

7. _____ are some unused applications on your desktop.
1) Their
2) There
3) They're

8. I already had my dinner. So, this burger will be ____ much for me.
1) two
2) to
3) too

9. Austin had to __ 5 kgs so he could fit into his old trousers.
1) loose
2) lose

11. The doctor will be back at noon. He will consult you ___

1) than
2) then

12. Your final scores will decide ____ you are selected for the competition or not.
1) weather
2) whether