SPOT THE ERROR:The door suddenly burst open and a Girl of about twenty-three rushes into the room
Correct answer: B. Burst
- A. Suddenly
- B. Burst
- C. Twenty-three
- D. Into the room
Explanation
The problem lies with "burst." While grammatically correct, it implies a forceful, dramatic action that may not align with the image of a young woman entering a room. Instead, use less dramatic alternative.
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