Identify the part of the sentence that contains a grammatical error.
Within postcolonial discourse (1)/, hybridity operate not as a passive amalgamation (2)/ but as a site of contestation (3)/ and negotiated subjectivity. (4)
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
Correct Answer: (2)
Explanation
• The error lies in part (2) due to a subject-verb agreement issue.
• The subject hybridity is a singular abstract noun and requires the singular verb form operates instead of the base plural form operate in the simple present tense.
• Corrected segment: hybridity operates not as a passive amalgamation
Quick Tip: Singular subjects take verbs ending in -s/-es in the simple present tense (e.g., The concept operates, not The concept operate).