2023 · Q101
Each of the following items features one part of a sentence followed by four alternatives. Complete the sentence by choosing the correct alternative.
They were informed that the inaugural version of the scheme
EnglishCorrelating Sentences
- Ahad three parts.
- Bwas three parts.
- Chave three parts.
- Dhad has three parts.
Explanation
In reported speech, 'were informed that' shifts the verb back to the past perfect: 'had three parts'. 'Was three parts' mismatches a count noun, 'have' breaks the sequence of tenses, and 'had has' is ungrammatical. Hence (A).