Question

I cannot conclude this preface without ____ that an early and untimely death should have prevented Persius from giving a more finished appearance to his works.

a) rejoicing
b) lamenting
c) affirming
d) commenting
e) mentioning

Answer 1

answer is B) lamenting.

Answer 2

I cannot conclude this preface without lamenting that an early and untimely death should have prevented Persius from giving a more finished appearance to hisworks.