JAMB Use of English 2008 Question 73

Question 73

Tenses

Choose the option that best completes the gap(s): When he ________ from his journey, tell him I want to see him.

  1. A.returns
  2. B.might have returned
  3. C.returned
  4. D.must have returned
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (returns)

Explanation

In a time clause about the future, English uses the present simple: 'When he returns'.