Question : Directions: A sentence or a part of the sentence is printed in bold. Below are given alternatives to the bold part that may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is needed, choose "No Improvement".
Every person was not fitted for everything.
(1) was not fit at
(2) is not fit for
(3) is not fit at
(4) No Improvement
Option 1: (1)
Option 2: (2)
Option 3: (3)
Option 4: (4)
Correct Answer: (2)
Solution : The second option is the correct choice .
Explanation : This option maintains the correct tense and the correct usage of prepositions to convey the intended meaning that not everyone is suitable or qualified for everything. Since this is a general statement, it should be in the simple present tense. Therefore, the use of "is" is preferred.
Therefore, the correct sentence is: "Every person is not fit for everything."
