2521. Ten years ago, the earthquake _______ the city.
- A. Had destroyed
- B. Was destroyed
- C. had been destroyed
- D. Destroyed
Check answer and explanation
Answer: Destroyed
Explanation Ten years ago, the earthquake destroyed the city. دس سال قبل زلزلے نے شہر کو تباہ کردیا تھا۔ We normally use ago with the past simple . We don't use it with the present perfect: I received his letter four days ago . Not: I have received his letter four days ago. We should use past indefinite tense for a point of time.