Find the error in following sentenceIn each of the following question, four alternative sentences are given. Choose the correct one.
Correct answer: C. We decided to visit Spain, Greece, Portugal and Italy's mountains.
- A. We decided to visit: Spain, Gree Spirants
- B. We decided to visit Spain, Greece, Portugal and Italys mountains.
- C. We decided to visit Spain, Greece, Portugal and Italy's mountains.
- D. We decided to visit Spain Greece Portugal and Italy's mountains.
Explanation
- The countries "Spain", "Greece", and "Portugal" are correctly listed without commas before "and".- The possessive form "Italy's" is correct because it shows that the mountains belong to Italy.- Note: It's assumed that the intention is to visit the mountains of Italy, not the entire country.
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