Multiple choice

Directions: The sentence is followed by four options. Select the correct option to complete the conditional sentence.

If wishes ________ horses, beggars _______ ridden them.

  1. have been, will have

  2. had been, would have

  3. had been, shall have

  4. have been, would have

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B Correct answer
Explanation

In type 3 conditional sentences, the if clause uses the past perfect (had + V3) and the main clause uses the perfect conditional (would have + V3).

In passive voice, past perfect is changed to 'had + been' and perfect conditional is changed to 'would have + been + V3 (ridden)'.

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