Question

The famous writer and painter ________ the guest of honour in the event.

A are Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
B was Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
C were Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
D have Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

Solution

Subjects joined by “and” are usually plural and take plural verbs. Exception : When both the subjects joined by “and’ refers to the same person, then singular verb is taken.

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