The city ________ in ruins after the war. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The city ________ in ruins after the war.

A. lay

B. lain

C. lied

D. laid

Answer: Option A

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Past of 'lie' meaning 'be situated' is 'lay'.

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Question #1

He ________ to his boss about the error.

A. lay

B. lied

C. told

D. laid

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Lie (untruth) 'lied to'.

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Question #2

The dog ________ in the shade.

A. was lying

B. lied

C. lay

D. laid

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Past continuous 'was lying' for ongoing state.

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Question #3

The teacher asked if we ________ our homework.

A. do

B. had done

C. have done

D. did

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Past perfect in indirect speech for action before asking.

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