During the 19th century, Charles Dickens ______ one of the most famous British novelists?

Question

Question: During the 19th century, Charles Dickens ______ one of the most famous British novelists?

Options:

1. has become
2. became
3. becomes
4. had become
5. would became

Answer 1

2. became

During the 19th century, Charles Dickens became one of the most famous British novelists.

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Explanation:

The time '19th century' refers to the past. It is past tense. Also, the actions get completed already in past.