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Wangqh2696122 Posted 16 years ago
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Were trying or are trying

Since I broke my leg, my telephone hasn’t stopped ringing. My friends to find out if the injury was serious.

A.were trying B.had tried C.have tried D.are trying

Answer: A
  

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Yes, confusing. D is also a possible answer. A native would say 'have been trying'.

— Mister Micawber

  • Yes, confusing.
  • D is also a possible answer.
  • A native would say 'have been trying'.
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Yes, confusing. D is also a possible answer. A native would say 'have been trying'.
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