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Are the verb tenses in the sentence consistent, or do they shift unnecessarily?

Right now Jason hoped that he can make it to the finish line.

A.The verb tenses are consistent.

B.The verb tenses shift.

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Right now Jason hoped that he can make it to the finish line.

Right now is in present tense, while hoped is in past tense.

The way to correct the sentence would be:

Right now Jason hopes that he can make it to the finish line.

Your answer is B.The verb tenses shift.
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