Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the appropriate word and fill in the blank.

The state of affairs __________ sure to cause him anxiety.

  1. is

  2. are

  3. were

  4. has

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A Correct answer
Explanation

'The state of affairs' is a singular noun phrase requiring a singular verb. 'Is' correctly agrees with this singular subject. 'Are' and 'were' are plural verbs, while 'has' is grammatically incorrect in this context as a main verb.