Multiple choice

Directions: Select the numbered part that bears an error of grammar or diction. If there is no error, mark (5).

Prudence requires that we should meet (1) / the dangers that threaten us, (2) / by turning all our philosophy, science, and art, (3) / into practical common sense. (4) / No error (5)

  1. (1)

  2. (2)

  3. (3)

  4. (4)

  5. (5)
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Explanation

Delete 'should'. Error of importance. If the modifying clause emphasizes importance of an act, the modified clause should not use auxiliary verb.

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