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Choose the right tense forms from the following Sentences
She is coming next week.
  • a)
    Present Continuous
  • b)
    Present Perfect
  • c)
    Past Indefinite
  • d)
    Past Continuous
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Sarita Singh answered
This tense is normally used for an action in progress that is temporary in nature not for a permanent activity in the present at the time of speaking.
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Find out the correct sentence among the following-
  • a)
    Ram and Sita plays chess.
  • b)
    Ram and Sita has played.
  • c)
    Ram and Sita was playing chess.
  • d)
    Ram and Sita are playing chess.
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Dishani Pillai answered
**Explanation:**

The correct sentence among the given options is **"Ram and Sita are playing chess."**

**Subject-Verb Agreement:**

In English grammar, subject-verb agreement refers to the correspondence between a subject and its verb in a sentence. It means that the verb must agree with the subject in terms of number and person.

**Explanation of each option:**

a) Ram and Sita plays chess.
- In this sentence, the subject "Ram and Sita" is plural because it refers to two people. However, the verb "plays" is singular, which does not agree with the subject. The correct verb form for a plural subject is "play." So, this sentence is incorrect.

b) Ram and Sita has played.
- In this sentence, the subject "Ram and Sita" is plural. However, the verb "has played" is singular, which does not agree with the subject. The correct verb form for a plural subject is "have played." So, this sentence is incorrect.

c) Ram and Sita was playing chess.
- In this sentence, the subject "Ram and Sita" is plural. However, the verb "was playing" is singular, which does not agree with the subject. The correct verb form for a plural subject is "were playing." So, this sentence is incorrect.

d) Ram and Sita are playing chess.
- In this sentence, the subject "Ram and Sita" is plural. The verb "are playing" is also plural, which agrees with the subject. So, this sentence is correct.

**Conclusion:**

Among the given options, the correct sentence is "Ram and Sita are playing chess." This sentence demonstrates subject-verb agreement as the plural subject "Ram and Sita" is correctly paired with the plural verb "are playing."

Which one of the following sentences is in the Present Perfect Continuous Tense?
  • a)
    She had gone to school.
  • b)
    I had been playing chess since 8 a.m.
  • c)
    Ravi and Sonia love each other.
  • d)
    She has been reading a book since morning.
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Rajeev Kumar answered
Present Perfect Continuous Tense

The Present Perfect Continuous Tense is used to describe an action that started in the past, is still ongoing, and is expected to continue into the future. It is formed by using the auxiliary verb "has/have been" followed by the present participle (-ing form) of the main verb.

Explanation:

Let's analyze each sentence to identify which one is in the Present Perfect Continuous Tense.

a) She had gone to school.
This sentence is in the Past Perfect Tense. It describes an action that happened before a certain point in the past.

b) I had been playing chess since 8 a.m.
This sentence is in the Past Perfect Continuous Tense. It describes an action that started in the past and continued until a specific point in the past.

c) Ravi and Sonia love each other.
This sentence is in the Simple Present Tense. It describes a general truth or a habitual action.

d) She has been reading a book since morning.
This sentence is in the Present Perfect Continuous Tense. It describes an action that started in the past, is still ongoing, and is expected to continue into the future.

The sentence uses the auxiliary verb "has been" (present tense of "has been") followed by the present participle "reading" to form the Present Perfect Continuous Tense. The action of reading started in the morning and is still going on at the time of speaking.

Conclusion:
The sentence that is in the Present Perfect Continuous Tense is option 'd) She has been reading a book since morning.'

Which of the following sentences is correct?
  • a)
    He never has nor ever will tell a lie.
  • b)
    He never has told nor ever will have told a lie.
  • c)
    He never tells nor will ever told a lie.
  • d)
    He never has told nor ever will tell a lie.
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Arjun Yadav answered
Explanation:
The correct sentence is option D: "He never has told nor ever will tell a lie." Let's break down the sentence to understand why it is correct.

Subject and Verb:
- The subject of the sentence is "He," referring to a person.
- The verb is "never has told," indicating that he has never told a lie in the past.

Adverb:
- The adverb "never" emphasizes that he has never told a lie.

Conjunction:
- The conjunction "nor" is used to connect two negative phrases or clauses.

Future Tense:
- The phrase "ever will tell" indicates the future tense, meaning that he will continue to refrain from telling lies in the future.

Parallel Structure:
- The sentence follows a parallel structure by using the same verb form ("has told," "ever will tell") in both the present perfect tense and the future tense.

Explanation:
The sentence expresses the idea that the person referred to as "he" has never told a lie in the past and will continue to refrain from lying in the future. It uses parallel structure and the conjunction "nor" to connect the negative phrases. The adverb "never" adds emphasis to the fact that lying has never occurred and will not occur in the future.

Example:
- This sentence can be used to describe a person who is known for their honesty and integrity. For example, "John has always been honest. He never has told nor ever will tell a lie."

Choose the right tense forms from the following Sentences
He will have rung up his wife before he arrives.
  • a)
    Future Perfect
  • b)
    Present Continuous
  • c)
    Future Continuous
  • d)
    Past Indefinite
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Sarita Singh answered
This tense is used when out of two action it is necessary to emphasises that the preceding action will be completely finished before the succeeding action starts in future.

In the sentence given below, the verb has been printed in Underline. Below the sentence, four verbs are suggested, one of which can replace the verb printed in bold without changing the meaning of the sentence. Find out the appropriate verb in each case.
She is ill for three days.
  • a)
    was
  • b)
    is being
  • c)
    has been
  • d)
    will be
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Sarita Singh answered
The time period mentioned is 'for three days'. This shows that the girl was ill from the beginning till the end of three days. We do not have an indication that the girl is no longer ill. So, we may infer that the illness still continues to the present time. When we wish to show that an unfinished action started in the past and continues to the present, we use the present perfect tense. Hence, option C is the right answer. 
Option A may also be considered right since it simply shows that the 'girl being ill' is an event that occurred in the past. 

Which of the following verb forms will correctly fill in the blanks in the following sentence?
For dinner last night we ______ fish and chips.
  • a)
    are having
  • b)
    had
  • c)
    will have
  • d)
    have had
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Ishaan Chawla answered
Understanding the Correct Verb Form
To determine the correct verb form to fill in the blank in the sentence "For dinner last night we ______ fish and chips," we need to analyze the context provided.
Context of the Sentence
- The phrase "last night" indicates that the action took place in the past.
- Therefore, we need a verb form that corresponds with past tense.
Examining the Options
- a) are having: This is present continuous tense, used for actions happening now. It does not fit since the action was in the past.
- b) had: This is the simple past tense of the verb "have." It correctly indicates that the action (having fish and chips) occurred last night.
- c) will have: This is the future tense, indicating an action that will happen later. It does not fit the context of something that already happened.
- d) have had: This is the present perfect tense, which refers to actions that occurred at an unspecified time before now. Again, it does not match the past context of "last night."
Conclusion
- The only option that correctly fits the context of the sentence is b) had. It accurately reflects the past event, making it the right choice.
In summary, for a past event like having dinner "last night," the correct verb form is "had."

Choose the right tense forms from the following Sentences
He always carried an umbrella.
  • a)
    Present Continuous
  • b)
    Present Perfect
  • c)
    Past Indefinite
  • d)
    Past Continuous
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Lekshmi Sen answered
Explanation:

The given sentence is "He always carried an umbrella". The correct tense form for this sentence is Past Indefinite.

Past Indefinite Tense:

The Past Indefinite tense is used to describe an action that happened at a specific time in the past.

Examples:

- I went to the store yesterday.
- She watched a movie last night.
- He always carried an umbrella.

In the given sentence, the action of carrying an umbrella was a habitual action in the past. Therefore, the correct tense form for this sentence is the Past Indefinite tense.

Option C is the correct answer.

Choose the right tense forms from the following Sentences
Probably, it will be raining when you reach Bhopal.
  • a)
    Present Continuous
  • b)
    Past Indefinite
  • c)
    Future Continuous
  • d)
    Past Continuous
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Ashwin Chauhan answered
Explanation:

Future Continuous:
- In the given sentence, the verb form "will be raining" indicates a future action that will be ongoing at a specific time in the future.
- The future continuous tense is used to talk about actions that will be in progress at a specific future time.
- In this case, the speaker is predicting that it will be raining when the person reaches Bhopal in the future.
Therefore, the correct tense form for the sentence is Future Continuous.

Choose the right tense forms from the following Sentences
It was still raining when I reached there.
  • a)
    Present Continuous
  • b)
    Present Perfect
  • c)
    Past Indefinite
  • d)
    Past Continuous
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Charvi Pillai answered
Understanding Tenses
Tenses are essential in English as they indicate the time of an action. In this case, we analyze the sentence: "It was still raining when I reached there."
Identifying the Tense in the Sentence
- The phrase "It was still raining" indicates an ongoing action in the past.
- The word "was" is the past form of the verb "to be," and "raining" is the present participle of "rain."
- Together, they form the Past Continuous tense.
Why Option D is Correct
- Ongoing Action: The Past Continuous tense describes actions that were happening over a period of time in the past. Here, "was raining" shows that the rain was ongoing when the speaker arrived.
- Contextual Clarity: The use of "when I reached there" indicates a specific point in the past that interrupts the ongoing action of rain. This further solidifies the use of the Past Continuous tense.
Other Tense Options Explained
- Present Continuous (Option A): Refers to actions happening right now (e.g., "It is raining"). This does not apply here, as the action occurred in the past.
- Present Perfect (Option B): Indicates actions that occurred at an unspecified time before now (e.g., "It has rained"). Again, this does not fit the context.
- Past Indefinite (Option C): Describes completed actions in the past (e.g., "It rained"). While it refers to the past, it does not convey the ongoing nature of the action.
Conclusion
In summary, the correct answer is option D: Past Continuous, as it accurately reflects the ongoing action of raining at the time the speaker arrived. Understanding the nuances of tenses helps in constructing grammatically correct sentences.

Which of the following verb forms will correctly fill in the blanks in the following sentence?
Speak up! I can't hear you because your dog ______ too much noise.
  • a)
    has made
  • b)
    makes
  • c)
    made
  • d)
    is making
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Sarita Singh answered
The tense of a sentence denotes a time, whether it is the time now (present), time then (past) or the time to come (future). The verb of a sentence has most to do with the tense. In the given sentence, we need to fill in a word that determines the correct tense. The speaker told John to "speak up", in other words, speak loudly because John's dog was making too much noise. This action is in the present tense, as John is speaking and the dog is making too much noise at the moment. 'Speak up' is in the simple present tense, as John is not speaking at the moment, but, the dog is making noise, hence we need a verb in the present continuous tense, to refer to "too much noise". 'Makes' is in the simple present tense, to refer to a general truth, a habit or custom, for example, 'she makes coffee for everyone every morning'. Here, the situation isn't the same, the action is a continuous one, hence option A is incorrect. 'Made' is in the past tense, whereas the action is in the present, hence option B is incorrect. 'Is making' is in the present continuous tense, referring to the dog making noise at that moment, hence option C is correct. 'Has made' is in the present perfect tense, whereas the action the dog is making is a continuous one, hence option D is incorrect.

In the sentence given below, the verb has been printed in Underline. Below the sentence, four verbs are suggested, one of which can replace the verb printed in bold without changing the meaning of the sentence. Find out the appropriate verb in each case.
We considering that we should deal with the problem carefully.
  • a)
    considered
  • b)
    consider
  • c)
    considers
  • d)
    had considered
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Manasa Saha answered
Understanding the Sentence
In the sentence "We considering that we should deal with the problem carefully," the verb "considering" is used in a way that indicates an ongoing thought process. However, it is not grammatically correct in this context and requires a proper verb form.
Identifying the Options
The options provided are:
- a) considered
- b) consider
- c) considers
- d) had considered
Evaluating the Options
- a) considered: This is the past tense form. It suggests that the consideration happened in the past, which does not fit the context of the ongoing thought process.
- b) consider: This is the base form of the verb and fits perfectly in the structure of the sentence. It indicates a current and ongoing action, which aligns with the intended meaning.
- c) considers: This is the third person singular form. It would not work with the subject "we," making it grammatically incorrect in this context.
- d) had considered: This is a past perfect form, indicating that the consideration was completed before another past action. It does not suit the current context of ongoing consideration.
Conclusion
The correct answer is option 'b' (consider) because it maintains the present continuous thought process and grammatically fits with the subject "we." This change clarifies that the action of considering is happening now, emphasizing the importance of dealing with the problem carefully.

Choose the right tense forms from the following Sentences
She will be arriving tomorrow to meet her husband.
  • a)
    Future Continuous
  • b)
    Present Continuous
  • c)
    Past Indefinite
  • d)
    Past Continuous
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Arjun Ghosh answered
Understanding the Future Continuous Tense
The sentence "She will be arriving tomorrow to meet her husband" is an example of the Future Continuous tense. Let's delve into why this is the correct choice.

Definition of Future Continuous Tense
- The Future Continuous tense describes actions that will be ongoing at a specific time in the future.
- It is formed using "will be" + the present participle (verb + -ing).

Analysis of the Sentence
- **"She will be arriving"**: This part indicates that the action of arriving will happen in the future.
- **"tomorrow"**: This time expression clearly situates the event in the future, reinforcing the use of Future Continuous.
- **"to meet her husband"**: This is the purpose of her arrival, but the focus remains on the ongoing action of arriving.

Comparison with Other Tenses
- **Present Continuous**: Used for actions happening right now (e.g., "She is arriving").
- **Past Indefinite**: Indicates completed actions in the past (e.g., "She arrived").
- **Past Continuous**: Describes ongoing actions in the past (e.g., "She was arriving").

Conclusion
The sentence clearly illustrates the Future Continuous tense through its structure and context. It signifies a planned action that will occur and continue in the future, making option 'A' the correct choice. Understanding these tense forms helps in mastering English grammar effectively!

Which of the following verb forms will correctly fill in the blanks in the following sentence?
He _____ his dinner before I reached there.
  • a)
    will have finished
  • b)
    has finished
  • c)
    had finished
  • d)
    may have finished
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Varun Kapoor answered
When two actions happened in the past, the one that happened earlier is denoted by 'Past Perfect Tense' and the other is denoted by 'Simple past Tense'. In this case, the action of finishing dinner happened earlier, so the correct answer will be option C 'had finished'. 

Which of the following verb forms will correctly fill in the blanks in the following sentence?
Time____I will surely come.
  • a)
    will permit
  • b)
    permitted
  • c)
    was permitted
  • d)
    permits
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Varun Kapoor answered
The given sentence states a condition. It talks about an action which might happen in the future.
We use the simple present tense in the if-clause and simple future tense in the main clause—that is, the clause that expresses the likely outcome. This is how we indicate that under a certain condition (as expressed in the if-clause), a specific result will likely happen in the future.
Thus, the complete sentence must be,
If the situation permits, I will surely come.
Thus option D is the correct answer.
Options A, B, C are incorrect as they are not in the simple present tense.

Which of the following verb forms will correctly fill in the blanks in the following sentence?
____ my work, I returned from my office a little early.
  • a)
    To finish
  • b)
    Being finished
  • c)
    Having finished
  • d)
    In finishing
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Sarita Singh answered
The given sentence needs perfect participle. The perfect participle indicates completed action. A perfect participle is formed by putting the present participle (having) in front of the past participle. 
Option C is correct as it contains perfect participle.
Whereas option A changes the entire meaning of the given sentence which is incorrect because the work is meant to be finished at the office; option B doesn't make sense; option D doesn't construct the proper meaning of the sentence as well. Therefore these three options are incorrect.

In the sentence given below, the verb has been printed in Underline. Below the sentence, four verbs are suggested, one of which can replace the verb printed in bold without changing the meaning of the sentence. Find out the appropriate verb in each case.
Here is coming my brother.
  • a)
    comes
  • b)
    come
  • c)
    not coming
  • d)
    can come
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Sarita Singh answered
Comes is the correct word to fit in the blank. The subject here, i.e. brother is singular. Thus, a singular verb should be used.
The action though talks about an incident that is happening in the present.
Example: Here, comes your birthday cake.
Thus, the word/verb 'comes' is used.

Choose the right tense forms from the following Sentences
He is always praising his friends.
  • a)
    Present Indefinite
  • b)
    Present Continuous
  • c)
    Past Indefinite
  • d)
    Present Perfect
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Coders Trust answered
Present Continuous Tense: The present continuous, also called the present progressive or present imperfect, is a verb form used in modern English that combines the present tense with the continuous aspect.

In the sentence given below, the verb has been printed in Underline. Below the sentence, four verbs are suggested, one of which can replace the verb printed in bold without changing the meaning of the sentence. Find out the appropriate verb in each case.
I did not see such a beautiful girl as Miss Sonia before.
  • a)
    does not see
  • b)
    am not seeing
  • c)
    have not seen
  • d)
    will not see
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Varun Kapoor answered
Here, 'have not seen' in the present perfect tense is correct because it is used to indicate an action which started in the past and has continued up until now. 
'Does not see' is grammatically incorrect.
'Am not seeing' in present continuous is incorrect because it implies an action going on at the time of speaking.
'Will not see' in future simple is incorrect because it indicates an action, condition or circumstance which has not taken place as yet.

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