Multiple choice

Directions: Four parts of the sentence given below have been underlined. Identify the part having an error. If no part has an error, mark (5).

If you (1) knew the facts, why (2) were you not quick to interrupt him (3) when he was so recklessly criticizing me for something I (4) did not do? (5) No error

  1. (1)

  2. (2)

  3. (3)

  4. (4)

  5. (5)

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

An event preceding an event in simple past should be phrased in past perfect tense. Replace 'did not do' by 'had not done'.