Spot the error: Ever since Joachim quit his last job he has been free to pursue his solo jazz career, and he has actuallybecome quite skilled at improvisation.
Correct answer: A. Ever since Joachim quit his last job
- A. Ever since Joachim quit his last job
- B. pursue
- C. career
- D. quite skilled
Explanation
The error is a missing comma after the introductory clause "Ever since Joachim quit his last job". Introductory clauses should be followed by a comma before the main sentence continues.
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