Question

The following passage has not been edited. There is an error in each line against which a blank is given. Write the incorrect word and the correction in the space provided. Remember to underline the word that you have supplied. ( 4 marks)

Incorrect Correct
But Minna know her mother. For all her brisk e.g. know knew

manner she was soft from inside with a honey cake. (a) ……….. ………..

She would rescue birds by snakes. Young  (b) ……….. ………..

homesick soldiers in the fort knew its kindness. (c) ……….. ………..

She can a graceful woman. ​

Answer 1

Explanation:

Incorrect Correct

(a) but and

(b) of be

(c) during duration

(d) want wanted