Multiple choice

Directions: Edit the Notice given below by choosing the appropriate options and replace underlined word/phrase (iii).

The Principal, Lawrence School, Jalandhar. Sir,With due respect, I (i) informed you that I shall not be able (ii) in coming to school for two days as I (iii) did not feel well today and the doctor has advised rest. Please, grant me leave for two days and oblige. I (iv) will be thanking you for this act of kindness.

  1. do not feel

  2. was not feeling

  3. could not feel

  4. am not feeling
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Present continuous 'am not feeling well' is correct because the student is describing their current state of health when writing the leave application. The context is 'today', and the doctor has just advised rest, showing this is an ongoing current condition.

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