SPOT THE ERROR:Perhaps we had better left the house until the Army gets here
Correct answer: B. Left
- A. Perhaps
- B. Left
- C. Until
- D. Gets
Explanation
Replace "left" with "leave"Changing "left" to "leave" makes it correct as it uses the present tense subjunctive mood, which is often used to express hypothetical/ future action situations or recommendation.
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