The news about the merger _______ not been officially confirmed.

1
reading

Which choice completes the text so that it conforms to the conventions of Standard English?

A

have

B

has

C

are

D

were

Correct Answer: B

Choice B is the best answer. "News" is singular.

Choice A is incorrect because "have" is plural. Choice C is incorrect because "are" is plural. Choice D is incorrect because "were" is plural.

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