Correlative "such … that" + expletive "there": Choose the correct correction. Original sentence: "The tea-estate administration is in such mess there is no leader to set the things right." Select the best option.

Difficulty: Easy

Correct Answer: in such a mess that there

Explanation:

Given data

  • Correlative pattern: such + a/an + noun + that + clause.
  • Dummy subject "there" introduces existence ("there is no leader").

Concept/ApproachInsert the article "a" after "such" and add the subordinator "that" before the "there is" clause.

Step-by-step"in such mess there is" → "in such a mess that there is …"

Option analysisC is correct. A/B/D misuse place adverbs/prepositions or article placement.

Final Answerin such a mess that there

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