MNS 2015
English
Easy
He enjoys...novels.
Appeared in: MNS 2015
Explanation
- The verb 'enjoy' belongs to a group of verbs that must be followed by a gerund (the '-ing' form of a verb) when the object of the verb is an action.
- Therefore, 'reading' is the only grammatically correct form to complete the sentence 'He enjoys reading novels.'.
- reading matches the defining clue or classification criterion in the stem.
- Supporting mechanism: The option aligns with the governing rule, pattern, sequence, classification, or exam logic being tested.
- Key differentiator: It fits the one fact that separates the correct response from the closest distractor.
Why Other Options Were Wrong
- Option B: This is an ungrammatical construction. The verb 'enjoy' does not take a prepositional phrase with 'to' before a gerund.
- Option C: This is an infinitive form of a phrasal verb. The verb 'enjoy' cannot be followed by an infinitive.
- Option D: This is an infinitive. The verb 'enjoy' cannot be followed by an infinitive.
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Clinical Relevance
- Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Gerunds vs. Infinitives after specific verbs as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
- Clear and grammatically correct communication is essential in all professions, including nursing, for writing reports, patient instructions, and professional correspondence.
- Understanding verb patterns helps avoid misunderstandings and ensures written communication is professional and easy to comprehend.
- What if the verb was 'wants'? If the sentence was 'He wants...novels', the correct answer would be 'to read', as 'want' is followed by an infinitive.
How to Approach the Question
- Identify the main verb in the sentence stem, which is 'enjoys'.
- Recall the grammatical rules for verb patterns in English.
- Determine whether the verb 'enjoy' is typically followed by a gerund (-ing form) or an infinitive (to + verb).
- Recognize that 'enjoy' is a verb that is followed by a gerund.
- Scan the options to find the gerund form, which is 'reading', and select it as the correct answer.
Concept Tested & Keywords
- Concept Tested: Gerunds vs. Infinitives after specific verbs
- Stem keywords: enjoys, novels
- Lead-in keywords: BEST, MOST RELEVANT CLUE
Question ID
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