Standard English ConventionsEasy–MediumCorrect past tense of an irregular verb
Standard English Conventions practice question
The choir ____ the anthem twice before the conductor was satisfied.
Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?
- A. sangCorrect
- B. sung
- C. singed
- D. had sing
Answer: A. sang
The simple past of 'sing' is 'sang'.
Why the other answers are wrong
- B. sung
- 'Sung' is the past participle and needs 'had' or 'has'.
- C. singed
- 'Singed' is the past of 'singe', to scorch.
- D. had sing
- 'Had sing' is not a form.
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