Multiple choice

Blank (ii)

Directions: Edit the text given below by choosing the appropriate options from the list given. Write the correct answer against the correct blank number.

So many false predictions about doom are (i) been making. It (ii) is saying that the world (iii) will soon come to an end. People say that the North and the South Poles (iv) had changed their places and lead to annihilation of all living existence.

  1. is a saying

  2. says

  3. is said

  4. being said

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The sentence needs passive voice: 'It (ii) _____ that the world will soon come to an end.' Since we don't know who is saying this (it's general belief), we need passive form. 'Is said' is the correct present passive form. 'Is a saying' is incorrect, 'says' would need a subject, and 'being said' is continuous passive which doesn't fit the context.