Question : Directions: In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative that will improve the bracketed part of the sentence. In case no improvement is needed, select "No Improvement".
This palace (has been belonging) to our family since generations.
(1) has belonging
(2) has belonged
(3) belonged
(4) No Improvement
Option 1: (1)
Option 2: (2)
Option 3: (3)
Option 4: (4)
Correct Answer: (3)
Solution : The correct choice is the third option.
Explanation:
The term "belonged" is the past tense form, which is suitable for discussing ownership over generations without emphasising the present perfect tense.
So, the correct sentence would be: "This palace belonged to our family for generations."
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