In the following question, a sentence with a blank is given, followed by five words labeled (1), (2), (3), (4), and (5). Choose the word that fills the blank appropriately in the context of the passage.
Across centuries, the movement of peoples, whether voluntary or forced, has continually reshaped cultures, economies, and identities. The concept of diaspora ___(1) , not merely the scattering of individuals across lands, but the weaving of complex narratives that transcend borders. Communities living abroad often_____ (2) between preserving ancestral traditions and embracing the customs of their adopted homelands. Language, food, and festivals become linchpins of cultural memory, yet over generations, inevitable transformations (3) ___, blending old and new in unexpected ways. The emotional landscape of the diaspora is often marked by___ (4) nostalgia, a bittersweet yearning for a homeland that exists both in memory and myth. Meanwhile, some voices within diasporic communities warn against____ (5) assimilation, fearing that full integration could erode essential aspects of identity.
Choose the right tense/form. (2)
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The sentence is:
“Communities living abroad often (2) ___ between preserving ancestral traditions and embracing the customs…”
The subject is “Communities” → plural.
The sentence is in present simple tense (because of “often”).
So we need a base form verb - navigate.
Why others are wrong:
navigates - singular verb
navigating - continuous/participle form
navigated - past tense