Spot the error.A common cause A) 'of' failure is a mistaken ambition B) 'for' the boy C) 'for' the part D) 'of' his parents.
Correct answer: C. 'for' the part
- A. 'of' failure is a mistaken ambition
- B. 'for' the boy
- C. 'for' the part
- D. 'of' his parents
Explanation
A common cause 'of' failure is a mistaken ambition 'for' the boy 'for' the part 'of' his parents. The phrase "for the part" is used correctly to indicate the role or responsibility. So, option C is correct.
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