Question : Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.
The term Democracy (1)_______ from the Greek (2)_______ dêmos (people) and Kratos (power). In its (3)______ meaning, democracy means the "rule of the people". In fact, it is a form of government in which all eligible people have an (4)_______ say in the decisions that affect their lives. Democracy (5)_______ political systems existed in some Greek city-states, notably Athens following a popular uprising in 508 BC.
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 1.
Option 1: came
Option 2: will come
Option 3: is coming
Option 4: comes
Correct Answer: comes
Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option.
Explanation :
The sentence discusses the origin of the term democracy, so the verb tense should be in the present simple to describe a general fact or truth. In this case, comes is the correct option, as it is the present simple tense of the verb "come". It indicates that the term democracy originates from the Greek words "dêmos" and "kratos".
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