Easy
1 point
ID: #22632
Question
Identify the incorrect word/phrase indicated by (1), (2), (3) or (4) in the following sentence: ”Every” man or woman ”should” vote ”for” the candidate of ”their” choice.
Options
1
Every (1)
Correct Answer
2
should (2)
Correct Answer
3
for (3)
Correct Answer
4
their (4)
Correct Answer
Explanation
Since the subject is 'Every man or woman' (singular), the possessive pronoun should technically be 'his or her'. However, in modern usage 'their' is accepted, but in strict grammar questions, 'their' is considered incorrect for singular antecedents.