SPOT THE ERROR: Spelding arises, leads Kreton and Powers into next room, a handsomely furnished study, many books and a globe of the world
Correct answer: A. Arises
- A. Arises
- B. Into
- C. Handsomely
- D. Furnished
Explanation
Replace "arises" with "rise""Arises" implies standing up once, while "rises" implies continuous action matching "leads". Therefore, "Rises" also sounds more natural in this context.
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