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JAMB Use of English 2001 Question 89

Question 89

Verb Forms

Fill the gap with the most appropriate option: These villagers ________ to grow rice

  1. A.used
  2. B.are used
  3. C.were used
  4. D.use
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (used)

Explanation

'Used to' + verb describes a past habit: they used to grow rice. 'Are used to' would need 'growing'.