2026 · Q50
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.
insure, ensure, unsure
- 1One should be wary of visiting websites they are **unsure** of.
- 2Meena says she always tries to **insure** that she has some loose cash in her handbag.
- 3Kewal was **ensure** of the possible consequences of his decision. In which of the sentences given above has/ have the word(s) been used correctly?
EnglishAdaptation of Borrowed Words
- A1 and 2 only
- B2 and 3 only
- C1 only
- D1, 2 and 3
Explanation
Sentence 1 correctly uses "unsure" (not certain). Sentence 2 wrongly uses "insure" (to cover against risk) where "ensure" (to make certain) is meant. Sentence 3 wrongly uses "ensure" (a verb) after "was", where the adjective "sure" is needed. Only 1 is correct: (C).