Multiple choice

Directions: The following sentence has been split into five parts. One of the parts may have an error of grammar or syntax. Select the part having the error.

  1. The capillaries of the part adjacent to the wound

  2. began to throw out minute buds and fine processes,

  3. which bridge the gap

  4. and form a firmer, but still temporary,

  5. connection between the two sides.

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B Correct answer
Explanation

Parts (3) and (4) are in present tense. Why should (2) be in the past tense? Hence 'began' should be replaced by 'begin'.

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