Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
Following weeks of intense training, the athlete ____________________ in the championship.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. competed.
Context: The sentence refers to a completed action in the past after weeks of training, so the simple past tense is appropriate.
Meaning of the words:
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Were competing – past continuous, indicates ongoing action in the past, not completed.
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Have been competing – present perfect continuous, incorrect for a specific past event.
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Competed – correct, simple past tense for a completed action.
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Have competed – present perfect, indicates relevance to present, less suitable here.
Correct word: Competed, because the athlete took part in the championship after completing training.
Final Sentence: Following weeks of intense training, the athlete competed in the championship.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.