Multiple choice

Directions: A part of the sentence that has been underlined may have an error. Select the option that is the most coherent and precise representation of the underlined part.

The student advisor recommended that she studies more English before enrolling at the university.

  1. recommended that she studies more English

  2. recommended that she studied more English

  3. recommended that she should study more English

  4. recommended that she study more English

  5. recommended that she devoted more time to English studies

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C Correct answer
Explanation

After 'recommended', the subjunctive mood 'should study' is correct and natural. 'Study' (bare subjunctive) is also correct but less common. 'Studies' (indicative) and 'studied' (past) are wrong. 'Should study' clearly expresses the recommendation.