They ___ the house by the time the sun set. MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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They ___ the house by the time the sun set.

A. had painted

B. have painted

C. painted

D. were painting

Answer: Option A

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Past Perfect for completed action before another past event.

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It's high time the government ___ action.

A. took

B. takes

C. will take

D. has taken

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A. will succeed

B. succeeded

C. succeed

D. would succeed

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A. works

B. worked

C. will work

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