They ___ the movie by the time I arrived. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

They ___ the movie by the time I arrived.
A. had watched
B. have watched
C. were watching
D. watched
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Past Perfect for earlier action.

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A. are arranging
B. will have arranged
C. arrange
D. will arrange

Correct Answer: Option B


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A. are revising
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Correct Answer: Option D


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