English and Logical Reasoning Prep GuideEnglishHomophones & Analogy
In each question below, are given two sentences numbered I and II. In these sentences, two homonyms are given in italics, which may be either misspelled or inappropriate in the context of the sentences. Read both the sentences carefully and decide on their correctness on the basis of the italicised words. I. This drawer is the depositary of my private letters. II. Nowadays, it is not wise to be depository of other
Options
- AOnly sentence I is correct
- BOnly sentence II is correct
- CBoth the sentences I and II are correct
- DI as well II are incorrect, but both could be made correct by interchanging the italicised words
Correct answer
D. I as well II are incorrect, but both could be made correct by interchanging the italicised words
Step-by-step solution
Both sentences are incorrect. In the first sentence, the word 'depositary' is incorrect. It should be 'depository' which means a particular place where something is deposited. In the second sentence, the word 'depository' is incorrect. It should be 'depositary' which means a person with whom a thing is deposited. Hence, this option is the correct answer.