The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error.
The manager / took him / at task / for his negligence.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. at task.
- The error lies in the option 4 due to the wrong usage of the idiom.
- The correct idiom is took (one) to task which means to scold, reprimand, lecture, or hold one accountable for some wrong or error they committed.
The correct sentence will be:-
The manager took him to task for his negligence.
Hence, the correct answer is Option 4 i.e. at task.