The national anthem _ after the performance.
Correct answer: B. Was sung
- A. Is sung
- B. Was sung
- C. Would sing
- D. Had sing
Explanation
Option B, The sentence is referring to a past event, specifically the singing of the national anthem after a performance. The correct verb tense to use in this context is the past tense.
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