Multiple choice

Directions: Select the correct option to fill in the blank.

The teacher asked the boy why he ____________ late.

  1. was

  2. were

  3. is

  4. had
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A Correct answer
Explanation

(2) is incorrect because it is a plural verb whereas 'he' is a singular subject. (3) is incorrect because the sentence refers to the indirect form of speech.

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