He ran fast lest he ________ the bus. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

He ran fast lest he ________ the bus.
A. miss
B. should miss
C. misses
D. missed
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Lest is followed by 'should + base verb'.

This question belongs to: English Verbs
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