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Example Question #2 : Identifying Conventional And Idiomatic Usage Errors
Select the underlined word or phrase that needs to be changed to make the sentence correct. Some sentences contain no error at all.
The Odyssey is a very long epic poem that tells the story of Odysseus and the long journey he undertakes to try to return to his home. No error
Possible Answers:
he undertakes
to try and return to his home
that
No error
The Odyssey is a long epic poem
Correct answer:
The Odyssey is a long epic poem
Explanation:
The sentence tells us (correctly) that the Odyssey is "a long epic poem," so as a long poem, its title should be italicized as "The Odyssey."
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