Select the option that can replace the underlined phrase and make the sentence grammatically correct.
The programme on TV was now shown the blurring faces of the inmates of the rehabilitation centre.
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. was now showing the blurred faces of the inmates of the rehabilitation centre.
The usage of 'was shown' - past simple passive - is incorrect.
The sentence uses 'now' which refers to an action that was being done at the same moment when the speaker was speaking, so it should be past continuous active i.e. "was showing."
'Blurring' implies an ongoing action, the past participle form 'blurred' is the correct usage.
The correct sentence is- The programme on TV was now showing the blurred faces of the inmates of the rehabilitation centre.