Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the correct alternative.

One of my brothers _____ in England.

  1. were

  2. is

  3. live

  4. was

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B Correct answer
Explanation

The subject 'One of my brothers' is singular (focuses on one person), so it requires the singular verb 'is'. Though 'brothers' is plural, the phrase 'one of' makes the subject singular. Present simple tense is used for a general fact.