They ___ for two hours before the power came back. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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They ___ for two hours before the power came back.

A. waited

B. were waiting

C. have been waiting

D. had been waiting

Answer: Option D

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Duration before past restoration → Past Perfect Continuous.

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