Question

Fill in the blank with the appropriate past subjunctive verb:

If our ambitions _______ compatible with our abilities we would be more successful in life. (be)

• A. were
• B. was
• C. are
• D. is

Answer 1

The correct option is A were

Option A is correct. The past subjunctive mood is used to express situations that are contrary to reality. Traditionally, the past subjunctive mood of the verb "be" is always "were" regardless of the person of the sentence. Thus, option A is correct.

Options B, C and D are not in the subjunctive mood. They are usually used in sentences that express situations based in reality and not contrary to it.