The Following Sentences Form a Paragraph

question 3

Multiple Choice

The following sentences form a paragraph. Proofread them for inconsistent tense and faulty parallelism. Identify the type of each error in each sentence, or select "correct" if the sentence is free of errors. As many as seven thousand people died in the flash flood, and there were thousands more left homeless.

• A) correct
• B) inconsistent tense
• C) faulty parallelism

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Definitions:

Act Of State Doctrine

A principle in international law that shields a nation from being sued in the courts of another nation for its sovereign acts.

Coercive Action

Using force or threats to compel someone to act in a certain way, often violating their freedom or rights.

Wholly Owned Subsidiary

A company whose entire stock is held by another company, making it completely controlled by the parent company.

Complete Ownership

Having full legal rights and control over a property or asset without any restrictions.