Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the correct option to improve the sentence.

When I came back from market after purchasing some packets of bread I found that both of my sons were not at home.

  1. after purchasing some packets of bread I had found that both of my sons were not at home.

  2. after purchasing some packets of bread I found that my both sons were not at home.

  3. after purchasing some packets of bread I found that neither of my sons was at home.

  4. after purchasing some packets of breads I found that both of my sons were not at home.

  5. after purchasing some packets of breads I found that both of my sons was not at home.
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C Correct answer
Explanation

'Neither' rectifies the error of 'both.....not'. In negative sentences 'neithrer' is used instread of 'both.... and'. 'Neither' is followed' by singular verb.

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