English · Tenses
Work through this past-paper style MCQ, then read the full explanation. Practice more english questions on mMCQ with adaptive practice and topic analytics.
Children usually ____ a noise.
- A
Made
- B
Makes
- C
Are making
- D
Make
The word usually shows that tense is present indefinite. To choose verb we have to observe the subject whether it's singular or plural As 'children' is plural so we'll prefer make and not makes Option A,B and C are incorrect.
a) "Made": This option uses the past tense of the verb "make." It implies that children created or produced a noise in the past.
b) "Makes": This option uses the singular form of the verb "make." It suggests that children, as a collective group, produce a single noise together.
c) "Are making": This option uses the present continuous tense of the verb "make." It suggests that children are currently in the process of making a noise.
d) "Make": This option uses the base form of the verb "make." It is the correct option in this context. It implies that children, in general, have a tendency to produce noise.
Tagged under English · Tenses · 2021