The snow ________ thick on the ground. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The snow ________ thick on the ground.
A. lied
B. lay
C. laid
D. was lying
Answer: Option B
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Past of lie (exist) 'lay'.

This question belongs to: English Verbs
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We ________ to the radio when the lights went out.
A. were listening
B. listened
C. had listened
D. listen

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Past continuous for ongoing action interrupted by another.

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No sooner ________ the door than the lights went out.
A. I opened
B. had I opened
C. did I open
D. I had opened

Correct Answer: Option B


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The spy ________ himself in the safe house.
A. hung
B. hanged
C. hang
D. hangs

Correct Answer: Option B


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