I have to run down the street quickly each morning after breakfast in order to catch my bus to school.
Correct answer: C. Much so force
- A. As soon as
- B. Swollen part
- C. Much so force
- D. Instantly expired
Explanation
The phrase "much so force" is grammatically incorrect. The proper order is "so much force." This change ensures the correct placement of the adverb "so" to modify the noun "force." The corrected sentence is: As soon as they were brought, he tied up the woman's throat, and struck the swollen part with so much force that the poor old creature instantly expired.
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