Directions: In this section an underlined word has been used variously in three sentences S1, S2 and S3. You are required to determine in how many sentences has the word been used correctly, and mark your answer from the options (a), (b) or (c) given below. If the word has not been correctly used in any one or more of the given sentences mark your response as (d).
S1: The cuneiform pattern in the arch of the temples give them a grand appearance.
S2: Cuneiform literally means wedge-shaped, and is an ancient form of writing on clay.
S3: Cuneiform-shaped geographical features across the desert bear the mark of vigorous wind erosion.
- A1
- B2
- C3
- DNone
Explanation
S2 establishes that 'cuneiform' literally means wedge-shaped. S1 uses it in that adjectival sense for the wedge-shaped pattern in temple arches, and S3 uses 'cuneiform-shaped' for wedge-shaped desert landforms. All three sentences apply the word's wedge-shaped sense correctly, so the count is 3.