Which among the following sentences is wrong?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
Correct Answer
The sailor brought on the new ensign.
Explanation
Phrasal Verb Error: The phrasal verb "bring on" means to cause something to happen or appear, typically something unpleasant or medical like an illness, allergy, or rainstorm. It is contextually incorrect to use it here for introducing, presenting, or installing a new ensign (which can refer to a flag, standard, or newly commissioned junior officer).
Contextual Correction: To make the third sentence correct, a phrasal verb like "brought in" (introduced) or "brought out" (displayed) should be used instead of "brought on".
Key Points
Word: The sailor brought on the new ensign.
Meaning: The grammatically flawed sentence containing an improperly used phrasal verb given the context.
Grammatical Role: Incorrect declarative sentence (functions as the target choice for identifying the wrong statement).