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English Grammar›Ch 12: Error Spotting & Improvement›Sentence Improvement Masterclass
Master prepositions, idioms, comparatives & exam strategy
Always test the highlighted part against grammar pillars: fixed prepositions, idioms, comparatives, and logical meaning. If the original phrase is flawless, mark 'No Improvement' without second-guessing.
Quick Memory Hooks
| Category | Incorrect / Weak Phrase | Correct Improved Phrase |
|---|---|---|
| Preposition | Prevent to go | Prevent from going |
| Comparative | Junior than me | Junior to me |
| Idiomatic | With bag and baggage | Bag and baggage |
Accused
(Always followed by of)
Always followed by of
He was accused of theft.
Differ
(Differs from opinion)
Differs from opinion
My view differs from yours.
Refrain
(Keep away from bad)
Keep away from bad
Refrain from smoking.
Senior
(Takes preposition to)
Takes preposition to
She is senior to me.
He is more wiser than his brotherHe is wiser than his brother
Never use 'more' with double syllable comparative adjectives.
She ordered for a cup of teaShe ordered a cup of tea
Transitive verbs like 'order' do not take 'for' after them.
Return back the bookReturn the book
'Return' already means to give back; 'back' creates redundancy.
Q1.He prevented the child [to fall] into the pit.
Q2.This book is [inferior than] that one in quality.