Which sentence uses "borne" correctly?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
This question tests the difference between two past participles of the verb "to bear": born and borne.
Born (without 'e'): Used only in the context of birth when using the passive voice.
Example: I was born in June. (Option B is incorrect for this reason).
Borne (with 'e'): Used for all other meanings of "bear," such as carrying, supporting, or enduring. This includes financial costs or burdens.
Example: The responsibility was borne by him. (Option A is correct).
Special Rule for Birth (Active Voice): When using the active voice (with words like "has" or "have"), we always use borne even for birth.
Correct: The queen has borne two sons. (Option D is incorrect because it is missing the 'e').