The burglar destroyed several items in the room. Even the carpet has been torn
Correct answer: B. Several items in the room were destroyed by the burglar. Even the carpet was torn
- A. Several items destroyed in the room by the burglar. Even the carpet he has torn.
- B. Several items in the room were destroyed by the burglar. Even the carpet was torn
- C. Including the carpet, several items in the room have been torn by the burglar.
- D. The burglar, being destroyed several items in the room, also carpet has torn.
Explanation
This option is grammatically correct and clearly conveys the intended meaning. It's in the passive voice, which emphasizes the actions (destroyed, torn) rather than the doer (burglar)
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