Multiple choice softskills communication The King _________________ and slept for five days. laid lay lied layed Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself B Correct answer Explanation The verb 'to lie' (meaning to recline) has the past tense 'lay'. 'Laid' is the past tense of 'to lay' (meaning to put something down), which requires a direct object. Since the King is reclining himself, 'lay' is correct.