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Question : Select the word segment that substitutes (replaces) the bracketed word segment correctly and completes the sentence meaningfully. Select the option 'No correction required' if the sentence is correct as given.
The (roof collapsing) in a roar of rock and rubble.

Option 1: roof have collapsed

Option 2: No correction required

Option 3: roof was collapse

Option 4: roof collapsed


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Answer (1)
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Correct Answer: roof collapsed


Solution : The fourth option is correct.

The original sentence uses the present participle collapsing , but for the context and meaning provided, it would be more appropriate to use the past tense collapsed.

Therefore, the sentence would be, " The roof collapsed in a roar of rock and rubble".

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