Multiple choice

Directions: The sentence below or part thereof has been underlined. The underlined part may have an error of grammar or diction. Select the option that best corrects the error, if any.
She has been easily taken advantage of several times because of her being of a naively nature.

  1. because of her being of a naively nature.

  2. because of her naïve nature.

  3. because she is being naively.

  4. because of her naively nature.

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B Correct answer
Explanation

A, C and D make use of an adverb 'naively' to modify the noun 'nature' which is wrong. E makes use of incorrect transition word 'although' which completely alters the meaning conveyed. B option makes use of an adjective naïve to modify the noun nature. Hence, B is the answer.

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