Common Mistakes – 2


1

Incorrect: My hobbies are listening music and reading books.

Correct: My hobbies are listening to music and reading books.


2

Incorrect: He searched the book everywhere.

Correct: He searched for the book everywhere.


3

Incorrect: I asked a ticket.

Correct: I asked for a ticket.


4

Incorrect: Our examination begins from 21st March.

Correct: Our examination begins on 21st March.


5

Incorrect: It is quarter to seven in my watch.

Correct: It is quarter to seven by my watch.


6

Incorrect: He always says the truth.

Correct: He always tells the truth


7

Incorrect: I don’t know why he is angry upon me.

Correct:   I don’t know why he is angry with me


8

Incorrect: I can depend on your help, isn’t it?

Correct: I can depend on your help, can’t I?


9

Incorrect: Not only he is honest but also punctual.

Correct: He is not only honest but also punctual.


10

Incorrect: Please listen me.

Correct: Please listen to me.