Question

In each question, the word at the top of the table is used in four different ways, labeled A to E. Choose the option in which the usage of the word is incorrect or inappropriate.
COVER

• A. The stage artist’s smile is a cover for her nervousness.
• B. His position in the embassy was cover for his activities as a spy.
• C. During the war of 1965, Indian, army sought air cover to intensify the attack on the enemy.
• D. His presentation covered a lot of new ground.
• E. No error

Answer 1

The correct option is B His position in the embassy was cover for his activities as a spy.

The phrase ‘a cover for something’ is used (usually in singular) for activities or behavior that seem honest but hide something illegal. Hence it should be ‘a cover’.

option B