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JAMB Use of English 1984 Question 69

Question 69

Tenses

Do you mind if I wait for the reply? I'd rather you.... again tomorrow

  1. A.called
  2. B.will call
  3. C.can call
  4. D.call
  5. E.were calling
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (called)

Explanation

'I'd rather you' is followed by the past tense even when it refers to the future: 'I'd rather you called'.