Out of the options given below, choose the sentence which is grammatically incorrect:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → The Dutch is known for their love of cycling.
“The” + a nationality word takes a plural verb:
- The given sentence says “The Dutch is known”.
- “The Dutch” means the people of the Netherlands. A nationality word with “the” means the whole people, so it takes a plural verb: “are”.
- Corrected: The Dutch are known for their love of cycling.
Why the Other Options are Incorrect?
Option 1: The boxes of sweets that came from Agra are on the dining table. This sentence is correct. The subject is “the boxes”, which is plural. “That” also stands for “the boxes”. So “are” is right.
Option 2: Under the old banyan tree sits a cobbler with his box of tools. This sentence is correct. The subject “a cobbler” comes after the verb. It is singular, so “sits” is right.
Option 4: Plenty of rain has fallen in Cherrapunji this week. This sentence is correct. After “plenty of”, the verb agrees with the noun that follows. “Rain” cannot be counted, so “has” is right.