I ___ a novel at 9 p.m. last night. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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I ___ a novel at 9 p.m. last night.

A. was reading

B. had read

C. read

D. have read

Answer: Option A

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Past Continuous for an action in progress at a specific past time.

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A. had

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C. was having

D. is having

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Correct Answer: Option D

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A. is

B. were

C. has been

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Correct Answer: Option B

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Unreal present → subjunctive 'were'.

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A. is

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C. was

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Past Perfect for an earlier state.

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