Select the segment of the sentence that contains the grammatical error. If…
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Select the segment of the sentence that contains the grammatical error. If there is no error, mark 'No error' as your answer.
A pair of your(A)/ shoes are there (B)/ in my drawer. (C)/ No error (D)/.
- A.
A pair of your
- B.
shoes are there
- C.
in my drawer
- D.
No error
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Correct answer: B
Solution: The segment "shoes are there" contains the grammatical error.
Key rule: In subject–verb agreement, the verb must agree in number with the subject.
Step 1: Identify the subject. The subject is "A pair," which is singular.
Step 2: Choose the correct verb form. A singular subject requires a singular verb, so use "is" instead of "are."
Step 3: Correct the sentence.
Correct sentence: "A pair of your shoes is in my drawer."
Therefore, the segment "shoes are there" is the part that contains the grammatical error because the verb does not agree with the singular subject "A pair."