He ___ the book for two hours and is still reading. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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He ___ the book for two hours and is still reading.

A. was reading

B. reads

C. has been reading

D. read

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Duration of action continuing into present → Present Perfect Continuous.

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He drove as if he ___ the only car on the road.

A. owns

B. is owning

C. owned

D. had owned

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Unreal present after 'as if' → past tense 'owned'.

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Question #2

She ___ the violin when the string broke.

A. plays

B. played

C. has played

D. was playing

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Past Continuous interrupted by Simple Past.

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Question #3

She ___ her teeth twice a day.

A. brushed

B. brushing

C. brushes

D. brush

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Habitual action; 'she' → 'brushes'.

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