Question 12 of 13beginner🔧 ApplyFill in the Blanks5 marks

Fill in the blanks with the present perfect form of verbs in the following paragraph.

(i)

Puppeteers _____ (create) intricate characters and captivating stories with their skillful artistry.

Answer

have created

(ii)

They _____ (master) the delicate movements that bring these lifeless figures to life, entertaining both children and adults.

Answer

have mastered

(iii)

Over the years, puppetry _____ (evolve), using modern technology while preserving traditional techniques.

Answer

has evolved

(iv)

Many puppeteers _____ (pass) down their craft through generations, ensuring its continuity.

Answer

have passed

(v)

They _____ (perform) in theatres, on television, and at festivals, conveying important cultural narratives.

Answer

have performed

Explanation

The present perfect tense is used for actions that occurred in the past but have relevance to the present time. It is formed using 'has' or 'have' along with the past participle (V3) of the verb. For plural subjects like 'Puppeteers', 'They', and 'Many puppeteers', we use 'have' + V3. For singular subjects like 'puppetry', we use 'has' + V3. Therefore, the verbs are conjugated as: (i) have created, (ii) have mastered, (iii) has evolved, (iv) have passed, and (v) have performed.