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Direction: In the question below, a sentence is given with a part of it printed in bold type. That part may contain a grammatical error. Each sentence is followed by phrases [a], [b], [c] and [d]. Find out which phrase should replace the phrase given in bold to correct the error, if there is any, and to make the sentence grammatically meaningful and correct. If the sentence is correct as it is and 'No correction is required.' mark [e] as the answer.

They were no longer able to provide the help their children need.

A)  helped their children need

B)  help their children needed

C)  help that their children need

D)  help that their children would need

E)  No correction required

Correct Answer: B

Solution :

 The Principal clause of sentence is in Past Tense. Hence, the Sub-ordinate clause should also be used in Past Tense. Hence, 'help their children, need' should be replaced by 'help their children needed'. Look at the sentences: