2026 · Q47
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.
cite, sight, site
- 1The officer has left for her weekly inspection of the **cite**.
- 2The fresh flowers at the desk made for a pretty **sight**.
- 3Journalists should **site** their sources accurately. In which of the sentences given above has/ have the word(s) been used correctly?
EnglishAdaptation of Borrowed Words
- A1 and 3 only
- B2 only
- C1 and 2 only
- D1, 2 and 3
Explanation
Sentence 1 wrongly uses "cite" (to quote) where "site" (location) is meant. Sentence 3 wrongly uses "site" where "cite" (to cite one's sources) is meant. Sentence 2 correctly uses "sight" (something seen — the flowers). Only 2 is correct: (B).