I ___ this novel for a week now. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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I ___ this novel for a week now.

A. read

B. was reading

C. have been reading

D. am reading

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Action started a week ago and still ongoing → Present Perfect Continuous.

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Question #1

We ___ for you since 3 p.m.

A. have been waiting

B. waited

C. are waiting

D. wait

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Duration from specific past time.

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Question #2

He ___ late again. I am sure.

A. is coming

B. comes

C. came

D. will come

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Future prediction with 'I am sure' → Simple Future.

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Question #3

We ___ the same car for 10 years.

A. are owning

B. own

C. have been owning

D. owned

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Stative verb 'own' can be used in perfect continuous to emphasise duration. Alternatively, 'have owned' is also possible, but 'have been owning' is acceptable in informal contexts. (Best answer here: C)

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