Multiple choice

Directions: The given sentence has been divided into five parts (1), (2), (3), (4) and (5). Identify the part which has an error. Mark your answer (5) if there is no error.

  1. Excuse

  2. me

  3. my being

  4. late

  5. no error
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The possessive form is required before a gerund. It should be Excuse me for my being late.

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