Multiple choice

Directions: The sentence below has a blank that needs to be filled with appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested. Choose the correct alternative.

‘The fire looks very serious’, said a young soldier, “but I wonder why they _________ everyone to leave the building”.

  1. are not ordering

  2. did not order

  3. had not ordered

  4. will not order

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

This is direct form of narration. ‘Looks very serious’ is in the present tense. The only option in the present tense is A.