Newspapers have reported heavy flooding in the coastal areas. The damage .............. to be extensive.
Directions : Each of the following sentences in this section has a blank space and is followed by four choices. Select the <strong>MOST APPROPRIATE</strong> choice to fill in the blank.
- A. expected
- B. is expecting ✓
- C. has been expected
- D. is expected
Correct Answer: B. is expecting
Explanation
'Is expected' is the correct passive form to describe an anticipation of damage.
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