Difficulty: Easy
Correct Answer: No error.
Explanation:
Introduction / Context:
This tests idiomatic adverbial expressions. ‘‘(With) heart and soul’’ is an idiom meaning ‘‘with complete devotion/wholeheartedly.’’
Given Data / Assumptions:
Concept / Approach:
Both ‘‘heart and soul’’ and ‘‘with heart and soul’’ are accepted idioms. The sentence’s structure and tense sequence are sound.
Step-by-Step Check:
Verb forms are consistent (simple past).Idiom is correctly used to indicate wholehearted service.Coordinate clause with ‘‘but’’ is grammatical.
Why Other Options Are Wrong:
Each represents a grammatical fragment; no part requires correction.
Common Pitfalls:
Assuming ‘‘with heart and soul’’ is wrong; it is a standard variant in formal writing.
Final Answer:
No error.
Discussion & Comments