Q:
In the given question, a part of the sentence is printed in bold. Below the sentence, three alternatives to the bold part are given which may help improve the sentence. Choose the option that reflects the correct use of the phrase in the context of the sentence. In case the given sentence is correct, your answer is (E) i.e. No correction required.
Monu and Sonu attempted to make light their difficulties, but it was obvious that things were going badly for them.
i attempted to make their difficulties light
ii has attempted to make light their difficulties
iii attempted to make light of their difficulties
Answer & Explanation
Answer: C) Only iii
Explanation: The correct option is 3 because the correct phrase that should be used here is ‘make light of their difficulties.’ It means ‘trying to treat something as though it is not serious or important, when it in fact is.
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