Which part of this sentence has an error?
Many a student have tried to climb this wall.

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CorrectNot quiteAnswer B

Correct answer: B

"Many a" is followed by a singular noun and a singular verb: "Many a student has tried."

Worth noting

"Many students have tried" would be correct. "Many a" means the same, but it is singular.

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Which part of this sentence has an error?Many a student have tried to climb this wall.