Unit 8 English 2
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Every Monday, Sally __________________ (drive) her kids to football practice.
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Unit 8 English 2 focuses on assessing practical grammar skills through sentence completion tasks. It tests various tenses in English, enhancing learners' ability to use different verb forms correctly in everyday contexts.
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Usually, I ____________________ (work) as a secretary.
Explanation
The given sentence is in the present simple tense and is a statement about a habitual or regular action. The verb "work" is used in its base form without any additional helping verbs or conjugations. Therefore, the correct answer is "work."Rate this question:
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I'm sorry I can't hear what you ____________________ (say).
Explanation
The correct answer is "are saying,'re saying". This is because the sentence is in the present tense and requires the use of the present continuous tense to indicate an ongoing action. Therefore, "are saying" is used for the first person singular and plural pronouns. Additionally, the contraction "'re" is used for the second person singular and plural pronouns.Rate this question:
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Justin ___________________________ (currently / write) a book about his adventures in Tibet.
Explanation
The correct answer is "is currently writing," 's currently writing. This is because the sentence is in the present continuous tense, indicating an action that is happening at the moment of speaking. The correct form of the verb "write" in the present continuous tense is "is currently writing" for the third person singular (he, she, it) and "'s currently writing" for the contraction of "is" and "currently" for the first person singular (I).Rate this question:
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In the future, James __________________ (want) to become a banker.
Explanation
The given sentence is in the present tense and is talking about James's future aspiration. Therefore, the correct verb form to use in this case is "wants."Rate this question:
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There __________________ (be) a bank in a nearby town.
Explanation
The given correct answer "is" is appropriate because it agrees with the subject "There" which is singular. In this sentence, "There" is used as a dummy subject to indicate the existence of something. Therefore, the correct form of the verb "to be" to use with a singular subject is "is".Rate this question:
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The bus __________________ (leave) at 5:30 in the morning.
Explanation
The correct answer is "leaves" because the sentence is in the present tense and is referring to a habitual action. The verb "leave" needs to agree with the subject "bus" and in this case, it should be in the third person singular form, which is "leaves".Rate this question:
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James ________________________ (not / like) to spend so much time waiting for the bus.
Explanation
The correct answer is "does not like" or "doesn't like" because the sentence is in the present tense and refers to a habitual dislike. The word "not" is used to negate the verb "like," indicating that James has a dislike for spending a lot of time waiting for the bus. Both "does not like" and "doesn't like" are correct forms of the negative present tense of the verb "like."Rate this question:
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Peter usually __________________ (wear) jeans and t-shirts.
Explanation
Peter usually wears jeans and t-shirts. The verb "wears" is in the present simple tense, indicating a habitual action or a general truth. This means that Peter regularly puts on jeans and t-shirts as his typical choice of clothing.Rate this question:
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Write a WH question word to make a question. ___ are you? I am Sandra.
Explanation
The correct answer is "Who". In this question, the WH question word "Who" is used to ask about the identity of the person being referred to. The response "I am Sandra" provides the name of the person.Rate this question:
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Write a WH question word to make a question.___ were you born? I was born in January 1st, 1999.
Explanation
The question is asking for a WH question word that can be used to make a question. The word "When" is the correct answer because it is a question word that is used to inquire about the time or date of an event or action. In this case, the question is asking about the time or date of birth.Rate this question:
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Write a WH question word to make a question.___ one is better between red and white? Red is better.
Explanation
The correct answer is "Which." This question word is used to inquire about a specific choice or option among a given set. In the given context, the question is asking for the better option between red and white. "Which" is the appropriate question word to use in this situation.Rate this question:
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Write a WH question word to make a question.___ has taken the magazine? My mother has taken it.
Explanation
The correct answer is "Who." This is because "Who" is the WH question word used to inquire about the person who has taken the magazine. In this case, the answer to the question is "My mother."Rate this question:
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Write a WH question word to make a question.___ does she like to go today? She likes to go shopping at nearest mall.
Explanation
The correct answer is "Where." This question word is used to inquire about the location or place where she likes to go today. In this case, the question is asking specifically about the place she prefers for shopping, which is the nearest mall.Rate this question:
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Write a WH question word to make a question.___ is your brother's name? He is Dzaky.
Explanation
The WH question word "What" is used to inquire about the identity or nature of something. In this case, the question is asking for the name of the person's brother. The answer provided is "Dzaky," indicating that Dzaky is the brother's name.Rate this question:
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Now I __________________________ (study) French at a language school in Paris.
Explanation
The correct answer is "am studying" or "'m studying". These options are the present continuous tense forms of the verb "study" in the first person singular. They indicate that the action of studying French is currently happening. Both forms are grammatically correct and can be used interchangeably in this context.Rate this question:
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Shhhhh! Be quiet! John ____________________ (sleep).
Explanation
The correct answer is "is sleeping,'s sleeping". In this sentence, we are talking about John's current state of sleeping, so we use the present continuous tense "is sleeping". Additionally, the contraction "'s" is short for "is" and is used to indicate possession or a characteristic, so we can also say "John's sleeping". Both forms are correct in this context.Rate this question:
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I hate living in Seattle because it always ____________________ (rain).
Explanation
The correct answer is "rains" because the sentence is in present tense and the verb "rain" needs to be conjugated to match the subject "it".Rate this question:
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James __________________ (have) to take the bus to get to the store.
Explanation
The given sentence is in the present tense and is referring to a singular subject, James. In the present tense, when the subject is a third-person singular pronoun (he, she, it), we use "has" as the helping verb. Therefore, the correct answer is "has."Rate this question:
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I __________________ (return) at 8:15 in the evening every day.
Explanation
The verb "return" is the correct answer because it is the base form of the verb and matches the subject "I" in the sentence. The sentence is in the present simple tense, indicating a habitual action that occurs every day at 8:15 in the evening.Rate this question:
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This week he __________________ (stay) with his aunt.
Explanation
The correct answer is "is staying" because the sentence is in the present tense and the subject "he" is performing the action of staying with his aunt this week. The contraction "'s" could also be used, but it is less commonly used and may be considered informal.Rate this question:
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My grand-parents __________________ (live) in town.
Explanation
The correct answer is "live" because it agrees with the subject "my grandparents" and is in the present tense. This indicates that the action of living in town is currently happening.Rate this question:
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Write a WH question word to make a question.___ many close friends do you have in your class? 3 girls & 2 boys.
Explanation
The given question is asking for the number of close friends the person has in their class. The question word "How" is used to inquire about the quantity or degree of something, which fits perfectly in this context.Rate this question:
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Write a WH question word to make a question.___ does she like that school? Because it is the best one in this city.
Explanation
The correct answer is "Why" because it is a WH-question word that is used to ask for the reason or cause of something. In this case, the question is asking for the reason why she likes that school, and the given explanation states that it is because it is the best one in the city.Rate this question:
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This delicious chocolate ____________________ (be) made by a small chocolatier in Zurich, Switzerland.
Explanation
The correct answer is "is" because the sentence is in the present tense and refers to something happening currently. The verb "be" needs to be conjugated to match the subject "This delicious chocolate."Rate this question:
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Peter ______________ (work) at the bank now.
Explanation
The correct answer is "works" because it matches the subject "Peter" in the sentence. When using the present tense for third-person singular subjects (he, she, it), the verb form should end in "-s". Therefore, "works" is the correct form of the verb "work" to use in this sentence.Rate this question:
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Don't forget to take your umbrella. It ____________________ (rain).
Explanation
The correct answer is "is raining" or "'s raining" because both options indicate that it is currently raining. The use of "is" or "'s" (contraction of "is") with the verb "raining" indicates the present continuous tense, which is used to describe actions happening at the present moment. Therefore, either option would be grammatically correct and convey the same meaning.Rate this question:
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Write a WH question word to make a question.___ car is parked in front of the lobby? It's Mr. Sam's.
Explanation
The question word "Whose" is used to inquire about possession or ownership. In this case, the question is asking about the owner of the car parked in front of the lobby, and the answer states that it belongs to Mr. Sam.Rate this question:
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What kind of film is it?A ... can be loosely defined as any film in which the central plot (the premise of the story) revolves around the romantic involvement of the story's protagonists. Common themes include the characters making decisions based on a newly-found romantic attraction. The questions, "What am I living for?" or "Why am I with my current partner?" often arise. The appeal of these films is in the dramatic reality of the emotions expressed by the characters.
Explanation
The correct answer for this question is "romance film, love story, romantic film, A romance film, A love story, A romantic film." This is because the question describes a film in which the central plot revolves around the romantic involvement of the protagonists. The themes mentioned, such as characters making decisions based on romantic attraction and the emotional reality expressed by the characters, are commonly found in romance films. Therefore, all the given options accurately describe the kind of film being referred to in the question.Rate this question:
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It's so noisy here. Everybody ____________________ (talk) so loudly.
Explanation
The correct answer is "is talking,'s talking". This is because the sentence is in the present continuous tense, indicating an action happening at the moment. The verb "talk" is being performed by everybody, which is a plural subject. Therefore, the correct form of the verb is "is talking" for singular subjects and "'s talking" for plural subjects.Rate this question:
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It's a nice day. I like......
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It
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Us
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Her
Correct Answer
A. ItExplanation
The correct answer is "it" because the sentence is referring to the day, which is a singular and non-gendered object.Rate this question:
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What kind of film is it?... is a film genre or type where one or more heroes is thrust into a series of challenges that require physical feats, extended fights and frenetic chases. Story and character development are generally secondary to explosions, fist fights, gun-play or shooting and car chases.
Correct Answer
An action film
an action film
action film
Action filmExplanation
The correct answer is "Action film." This genre of film typically involves a protagonist or multiple heroes facing various physical challenges that require them to perform impressive feats, engage in intense fights, and participate in fast-paced chases. The focus of these films is often on the action sequences, such as explosions, fist fights, gun-play, and car chases, rather than on the development of the story or characters.Rate this question:
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I have a lot of homework to do. Can you help.....?
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Him
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You
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Me
Correct Answer
A. MeExplanation
The correct answer is "me" because the sentence is asking if the person can help with the homework. Since the person is referring to themselves as the one who needs help, the correct pronoun to use is "me".Rate this question:
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A horror film...
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... usually has people singing in it.
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... involves nightmares, hidden fears, revulsions and terror of the unknown.
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... takes place in a past historical setting.
Correct Answer
A. ... involves nightmares, hidden fears, revulsions and terror of the unknown.Explanation
The correct answer is "involves nightmares, hidden fears, revulsions and terror of the unknown." This answer accurately describes the characteristics of a horror film. Horror films typically focus on themes of fear, terror, and the unknown, often involving elements such as nightmares and hidden fears to create a sense of suspense and horror for the audience.Rate this question:
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You're a musician. I'd like to hear.....
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You
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Her
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Him
Correct Answer
A. YouExplanation
The correct answer is "you" because as a musician, the person being addressed is expected to perform and showcase their musical abilities. The speaker wants to hear the musician play or sing, indicating their interest in the musician's talent and performance.Rate this question:
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I woke up ____ eight o'clock ____ the morning.
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At - in
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In - at
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At - on
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On - to
Correct Answer
A. At - inExplanation
The correct answer is "at - in". In this sentence, "at" is used to indicate a specific time ("eight o'clock") and "in" is used to indicate a specific period of time ("the morning").Rate this question:
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Choose the correct noun for the underlined word. Scientists are searching for the cure for cancer.
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He
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She
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It
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They
Correct Answer
A. TheyExplanation
The underlined word "Scientists" is a plural noun, so the correct noun to refer to them is "They."Rate this question:
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Write a WH question word to make a question.___ did you talk to in the telephone last night? I talked to Andi.
Correct Answer
WhomExplanation
The correct answer is "Whom". In this question, we are asking about the person that the speaker talked to on the telephone last night. "Whom" is the appropriate question word to use when asking about the object of a verb, in this case, the person the speaker talked to.Rate this question:
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Which word is not a possessive noun?
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My
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I
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Our
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His
Correct Answer
A. IExplanation
The word "I" is not a possessive noun because it is a pronoun used to refer to oneself. Possessive nouns show ownership or possession, such as "my," "our," or "his." In this case, "I" is not indicating possession but rather referring to the speaker.Rate this question:
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I don't really like soap operas. Do you like......?
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Her
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Us
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Them
Correct Answer
A. ThemExplanation
The correct answer is "them" because the pronoun "them" is used to refer to a plural noun, which in this case would be "soap operas." Since the speaker doesn't like soap operas, they are asking if the person they are speaking to likes them (soap operas).Rate this question:
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Where's she? I want to talk to.......
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Him
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Her
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Them
Correct Answer
A. HerExplanation
The correct answer is "her" because the question is asking about the location of a female person. The pronoun "she" is used in the question, indicating that the person being referred to is female. Therefore, the appropriate pronoun to use in response would be "her".Rate this question:
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Choose the pronoun that correctly replaces the underlined word. Mrs. Martin reviewed Mary's speech before the debate.
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Mine
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Our
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His
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Her
Correct Answer
A. HerExplanation
In this sentence, the underlined word "Mary's" is a possessive pronoun indicating ownership. The correct pronoun to replace it would be "her," as it refers to Mrs. Martin's review of Mary's speech.Rate this question:
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Were you ___ home yesterday afternoon?
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On
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At
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In
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To
Correct Answer
A. AtExplanation
The word "at" is the correct answer because it is used to indicate a specific point or location in time. In this sentence, "at" is used to ask about the specific location of being home yesterday afternoon.Rate this question:
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I heard her singing _____ the living room.
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On
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At
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In
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To
Correct Answer
A. InExplanation
The correct answer is "in." This preposition is used to indicate location or position within a space, and in this context, it suggests that the person heard the singing while they were inside the living room.Rate this question:
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We're going to the movies. Do you want to come with......?
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Us
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Them
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You
Correct Answer
A. UsExplanation
The correct answer is "us" because the speaker is inviting the person to come with them to the movies. "Us" is the appropriate pronoun to use when referring to the speaker and the person being addressed in a group context.Rate this question:
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He's a good singer. Do you like.......?
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Me
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Him
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Her
Correct Answer
A. HimExplanation
The correct answer is "him" because the question is asking if the person likes the good singer. In this context, "him" is the correct pronoun to refer to the singer, indicating that the speaker likes the singer.Rate this question:
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Choose the correct pronouns for the underlined words.Tommy and Timmy climbed the rock wall.
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They
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Them
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Their
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We
Correct Answer
A. TheyExplanation
The correct answer is "They" because it is the pronoun used to refer to multiple people as the subject of a sentence. In this case, "Tommy and Timmy" are the subjects of the sentence, so the correct pronoun to use is "They."Rate this question:
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They went ____ the zoo ____ Sunday.
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To - in
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At - at
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In - at
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To - on
Correct Answer
A. To - onExplanation
The correct answer is "to - on" because the phrase "went to the zoo" indicates a movement towards the zoo, and "on Sunday" specifies the day when this action took place.Rate this question:
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Thrillers usually...
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...show society as dark, corrupt and dangerous and have got a villain as one of the main characters.
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...take place in the Wild West.
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...are films that have zombies and corpses dancing in them.
Correct Answer
A. ...show society as dark, corrupt and dangerous and have got a villain as one of the main characters.Explanation
Thrillers usually depict society as dark, corrupt, and dangerous, often featuring a villain as one of the main characters. This is because thrillers aim to create suspense and tension by exploring the darker aspects of human nature and society. By portraying a corrupt and dangerous world, thrillers engage the audience's fear and curiosity, keeping them on the edge of their seats. The presence of a villain adds to the intrigue and conflict within the story, further intensifying the suspense and providing a central antagonist for the protagonist to overcome.Rate this question:
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