2026 · Q44
Directions : In the following items similar sounding words are given, followed by sentences where in each sentence one of these words has been used, and underlined. You are required to select those sentences in which these words have been used most appropriately and mark your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.
fate, fete, faith
- 1The working committee will meet to discuss the **fete** of the erring employee.
- 2The students organized a **fate** to felicitate the winners.
- 3The accused person has lost **faith** in the fairness of the judgement. In which of the sentences given above has/ have the word(s) been used correctly?
EnglishAdaptation of Borrowed Words
- A2 and 3 only
- B1 and 3 only
- C3 only
- D1, 2 and 3
Explanation
Sentence 1 wrongly uses "fete" (a celebration) where "fate" (destiny, outcome) is meant. Sentence 2 wrongly uses "fate" where "fete" (a festive event held to felicitate winners) is meant. Sentence 3 correctly uses "faith" (trust or confidence). Only 3 is correct: (C).