I ___ the work before I left the office. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

I ___ the work before I left the office.

A. finished

B. was finishing

C. had finished

D. have finished

Answer: Option C

Earlier completion → Past Perfect.

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Question #1 Report Error

He ___ ill for a week before he consulted a doctor.

A. was

B. had been

C. has been

D. is

Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
State existing before another past action → Past Perfect.

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Question #2 Report Error

He ___ just ___ from London.

A. had, returned

B. was, returning

C. did, return

D. has, returned

Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Present Perfect with 'just'.

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Question #3 Report Error

We ___ the house for two hours and we're not finished yet.

A. have been cleaning

B. are cleaning

C. clean

D. cleaned

Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Unfinished action up to now.

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