Question : Directions: In the given question, a sentence is given with a blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Four alternatives are suggested for each question. Choose the correct alternative out of the four alternatives.
A number of refugees _________ been turned back at the border.
Option 1: are
Option 2: has
Option 3: is
Option 4: have
Correct Answer: have
Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option.
The auxiliary verb have is the correct choice in this sentence because "a number of refugees" is a plural subject, and when the subject is plural, one should use the plural form of the verb, which is "have", in the case of the present perfect tense in the passive voice.
Therefore, the correct sentence is: A number of refugees have been turned back at the border.
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