The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error.
The visitors complained / at the poor accommodation / they were provided / during the tour.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. at the poor accommodation.
- In the above sentence use of the preposition 'at' is incorrect.
- When describing a location or time of arrival, the preposition "at" is used.
- The word 'Complained' indicates that someone is not satisfied with something.
- Hence, preposition 'about' should be used instead of 'at' as about means concerning or on the subject of.
The correct sentence is-
The visitors complained about the poor accomadation they were provided during the tour.