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In the given sentence, identify the segment which contains the grammatical error. Cyclone Amphan roared into West Bengal on Wednesday leave behind
Question

In the given sentence, identify the segment which contains the grammatical error.
Cyclone Amphan roared into West Bengal on Wednesday leave behind a trail of devastation across a large area of the State.

A.

leave behind

B.

a trail of devastation

C.

roared into West Bengal

D.

across a large area

Correct option is A

Option (a) contains an error.
Explanation: The verb form “leave” is incorrect; it should be “leaving” to maintain parallel tense with the past tense “roared”.
Correct sentence: Cyclone Amphan roared into West Bengal on Wednesday leaving behind a trail of devastation.
Grammatical rule used:
• When using two actions that happen together, the second verb is in present participle (-ing) form if it continues the first.
Example: He walked out smiling.
Information Booster: Avoid infinitive after past tense verb unless indicating purpose.

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