Question : Directions: In the question, a part of the sentence is in bold. Below are given alternatives to the bold part at (1), (2) and (3) that may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is needed, your answer is (4).
The Councillor behaves as if he is the Chief Minister.
(1) has been
(2) were
(3) was
(4) No Improvement
Option 1: (1)
Option 2: (2)
Option 3: (3)
Option 4: (4)
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Correct Answer: (2)
Solution : The second option is the correct answer.
The sentence expresses a hypothetical or unreal situation, which calls for the subjunctive mood. When we use "as if" to introduce a hypothetical or contrary-to-fact situation, the verb that follows is often in the subjunctive form i.e., "were", in this case.
Therefore, the correct sentence is: The Councillor behaves as if he were the Chief Minister.
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