Spot the error. He went off the day after I got my latest haircut about a month ago.
Correct answer: A. off
- A. off
- B. latest
- C. about
- D. ago
Explanation
- "Off" is incorrect because it implies movement away from something, but doesn't specify the direction or destination.- "Away" is the correct word to use, as it indicates movement from one place to another.
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