Sentence Correctionhard · Past Paper
Spot the error: The jury was divided in their opinions.
AThe jury
Bwas divided
Cin their
Dopinions
✓ Correct Answer: B — was divided
When a collective noun like 'jury' is divided in opinion, it is treated as plural, so use 'were divided'.
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