JAMB Use of English 2014 Question 81

Question 81

Tenses

Choose the option that best completes the gap(s): The clock ... 12 o'clock two hours ago.

  1. A.strikes
  2. B.strike
  3. C.struck
  4. D.striking
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (struck)

Explanation

'Two hours ago' needs the simple past 'struck'.