The city _ by riots.
Correct answer: C. Was torn
- A. Were torn
- B. Has torn
- C. Was torn
- D. Had torn
Explanation
This is the correct past tense passive voice construction. It correctly indicates that the city was the subject of the action (being torn) by riots.
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