Identify the word in this sentence that contains an error.
The report was submitted by the manager to friday evening.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
Correct Answer
to
Explanation
Preposition Error: The preposition "to" is used incorrectly in this context to indicate a specific point in time. The preposition "to" typically denotes direction, destination, or a recipient, which does not fit a day or time expression like "Friday evening."
Contextual Correction: To establish a correct temporal deadline or timeframe, the preposition "to" should be replaced with "on" (used for specific days) or "by" (meaning no later than). This makes the corrected sentence read: "The report was submitted by the manager on Friday evening."
Key Points
Word: to
Meaning: The contextually inappropriate preposition used to introduce a day of the week.
Grammatical Role: Preposition (functions incorrectly as a time modifier rather than a locational or directional one).