2009 · Q67
Directions: Each sentence is underlined in three parts labelled (a), (b) and (c). Find the error, if any. If no error, answer (d).
I tried to read your letter (a), but it was so badly written (b) that I had to leave the attempt (c). No error (d).
EnglishSpotting Errors
- A(a)
- B(b)
- C(c)
- D(d)
Explanation
'Leave the attempt' is unidiomatic; it should be 'abandon/give up the attempt'.