Multiple choice

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

Philadelphia —— the City of Brotherly Love since its founding in 1681.

  1. is called

  2. has been called

  3. is calling

  4. calls
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The present perfect passive "has been called" correctly indicates that Philadelphia received this nickname when it was founded in 1681 and continues to be known by it today. "Is called" only describes the current moment without connecting to the past starting point.

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