Choose the correct option: Knowledge and wisdom _ no time for connection.
Correct answer: B. Have
- A. Has
- B. Have
- C. Had
- D. Are
Explanation
The context of the sentence firstly requires a verb that satisfies the need to indicate the possession of "no time for connection" by "Knowledge and wisdom." Therefore the verb forms "is/am/are" which indicate "being" are not suitable here - eliminating Option D. Moreover, since the need for "no time" is being stated as a universal statement (everlasting) i.e. started in the past and continues to be true in the present, the tense should be present perfect. Hence, the verb form should include the helping verb "Have" as indicated by Option B.
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