Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the bold word  segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select No substitution required.

The authorities  are assured the people that they will look into the matter.

have been assured
No substitution required
has assured
have assured

Frequently Asked Questions

Question: He ran ___ fast that I couldn't catch him.
Answer: so
Question: You ___ obey your parents.
Answer: must
Question: She said, "I will help you."
Answer: She said she would help me.
Question: She is fond __ music.
Answer: of
Question: ___ sun rises in the east.
Answer: the
Question: She is ___ honest woman.
Answer: an
Question: He said, "I am tired." (Indirect)
Answer: He said that he was tired.
Question: She wrote a letter. (Passive)
Answer: A letter was written by her.
Question: They are painting the house. (Passive)
Answer: The house is being painted.
Question: He insisted __ paying the bill.
Answer: on