Fill in Blanks (Basic) — Set 4
Questions 31–40 of 123
The students _____ their exam last week.
Correct Answer: B. passed
The phrase 'last week' indicates a past action. 'Passed' is the simple past tense. Use simple past for completed actions at a definite past time.
She _____ in this office for ten years.
Correct Answer: A. works
The correct answer is works. The phrase 'for ten years' from now indicates a long-term present situation. 'Works' is the simple present tense for ongoing occupation. This topic is frequently tested in competitive examinations such as RRB NTPC, SSC, and UPSC.
The temperature _____ below zero last night.
Correct Answer: B. dropped
The phrase 'last night' indicates a past action. 'Dropped' is the simple past tense. Use simple past for completed actions at a specific past time.
We _____ in the park tomorrow.
Correct Answer: C. will meet
The phrase 'tomorrow' indicates a future time. 'Will meet' is the simple future tense. Use will + base verb for planned or expected future events.
You _____ the game last night.
Correct Answer: B. watched
The phrase 'last night' indicates a past action. 'Watched' is the simple past tense. Use simple past for completed actions at a definite past time.
The baby _____ for milk every morning.
Correct Answer: A. cries
The phrase 'every morning' indicates a regular, habitual present action. 'Cries' is the simple present tense. Repeated daily behaviors use simple present tense.
He _____ his degree last year.
Correct Answer: B. completed
The phrase 'last year' indicates a past action. 'Completed' is the simple past tense. Use simple past for completed actions at a specific past time.
The company _____ new products next quarter.
Correct Answer: C. will launch
The phrase 'next quarter' indicates a future time. 'Will launch' is the simple future tense. Use will + base verb for planned future business actions.
I _____ my friend yesterday.
Correct Answer: B. called
The phrase 'yesterday' indicates a past action. 'Called' is the simple past tense. Use simple past for completed actions at a definite past time.
They _____ together forever.
Correct Answer: A. live
The phrase 'forever' indicates an ongoing present situation. 'Live' is the simple present tense. This describes a continuous present state of being together.