Question

Look at the underlined part of the given sentence. Below the sentence are given three possible substitutions for the underlined part. If any of substitutions; (a), (b) or (c) is better than the underlined part, choose that substitution as your response. If none of the substitution improves the sentence, choose (d) as your response. Thus, a ‘No improvement’ response will be signified by the letter (d).
It is no good to cry over spilt milk.

• A. It is no good crying
• B. It is of no good to cry
• C. It is of no good crying
• D. No improvement

Hint:

Expressions like "it is no good", "it is no use", "it is worth" are followed by the gerund.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Step 1: Understanding the Concept:
The phrase "it is no good" is correctly followed by a gerund (-ing form).

Step 2: Detailed Explanation:
The structure "It is no good + gerund" is idiomatic. "To cry" is incorrect here.

Step 3: Final Answer:
The correct substitution is "It is no good crying".