Spot the errorIf he had stood first, I would have rewarded him, nor he disappointed me,yet I am not angry.
Correct answer: C. nor
- A. if
- B. would have
- C. nor
- D. yet
Explanation
The use of "nor" is incorrect. In this context, "nor" is not the right conjunction to use with "neither ... nor" or to introduce a contrast. The correct conjunction would be "but" to show contrast.
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