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UI Post-UTME Use of English 2021 (Model questions) Question 15

Question 15

Verb Forms

Choose the option that best completes the sentence: The messenger ______________ home until his boss leaves.

  1. A.dare not went
  2. B.dare not go
  3. C.dare not to go
  4. D.dared not go
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (dare not go)

Explanation

Used as a modal, 'dare not' is followed by the bare infinitive; the present 'leaves' calls for present 'dare not go'.