Spot the errorHe speaks as if he were a king of some state and also a judge of some court.
Correct answer: C. and also
- A. speaks
- B. were
- C. and also
- D. some
Explanation
The phrase "and also" is redundant. "Also" is unnecessary because "and" already serves to connect the two clauses. Removing "also" makes the sentence clearer.
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