My grandfather gave me a pocket watch. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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My grandfather gave me a pocket watch.

A. I was given a pocket watch by my grandfather.

B. I am given a pocket watch by my grandfather.

C. A pocket watch was given to me by my grandfather.

D. A pocket watch had been given to me by my grandfather.

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Past simple; when indirect object is not preferred as subject, direct object takes the subject position.

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