One of the statements below contains a word used incorrectly or inappropriately. Choose the option which has the incorrect or inappropriate usage of the word.
One of the statements below contains a word used incorrectly or inappropriately. Choose the option which has the incorrect or inappropriate usage of the word.
Solution
The question is testing for word usage between grave (noun) and grave (adjective).
A grave (noun) is the final resting place where someone is buried after they die. Think of it as someone's permanent address six feet under - like when you visit your grandmother's grave to leave flowers and tell her about your day, even though she can't respond (which is probably for the best, since that would be quite spooky).
When something is grave (adjective), it means it's seriously important or severe - the kind of situation that makes adults furrow their brows and speak in hushed tones. If your teacher says your poor attendance is a grave matter, they're not planning to bury you (hopefully), but they are indicating it's a very serious problem that could have significant consequences.
Option 1 -> Correct usage of "grave" as a noun (burial site where flowers were placed).
Option 2 -> Incorrect usage - "went to grave for him" is grammatically wrong and doesn't make sense. Should be "grieved for him" or "went into mourning for him."
Option 3 -> Correct usage of "grave" as an adjective (serious allegations).
Option 4 -> Correct usage of "grave" as an adjective (serious matter).
Hence, Option 2 is correct.