Multiple choice

Directions: Choose a suitable option to fill in the blank:

Although most drama critics believe his work to be insignificant, Neil Simon's plays _____ than those of any other contemporary playwright.

  1. received more performances

  2. are received by more performances

  3. have received more performances

  4. receives more performances

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

The present perfect passive 'are received by more performances' indicates that Neil Simon's plays continue to be performed more frequently than those of other contemporary playwrights. The passive construction emphasizes the plays themselves rather than the performers.