Question

In the following sentences, change the word that is in all caps to match the verb tense in parentheses.

On the train to Elaine, Arkansas, Wright BECOMES aware of racism and segregation. (present tense)

In those days, African Americans and whites RODE in separate sections of the train. (past tense)

The naive youngster wants a peek at the whites’ part of the train. (present tense)

His mother said, “Quit talking foolishness!” (past tense)

The travelers went to Aunt Maggie and Uncle Hoskins’ home to live. (future tense)

Uncle Hoskins OWNED a prosperous business in town. (present tense)

Aunt Maggie WILL BREAK plenty of food on the dinner table. (past tense)

Soon a major calamity WILL BREAK Wright’s mood of contentment. (present tense)

Some white people in town, envious of Uncle Hoskins’ success, Murder him one night. (past tense)

Aunt Maggie, Wright, and Wright’s mother FLEE to safety in another town. (future tense)