The teacher wanted to know why I ________ late. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The teacher wanted to know why I ________ late.

A. had been

B. was

C. am

D. have been

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Indirect speech: present changes to past; 'was' for contemporaneous lateness.

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A. since

B. from

C. for

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A. hang

B. hanged

C. hangs

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C. lies

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Correct Answer: Option C

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