The rare manuscript was found ________ in the dark corner of the archival vault.

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A lie
B laying
C lying
D laid

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Answer: C. lying

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• Explanation: C) lying is correct because it is the present participle of the intransitive verb lie (to rest or recline), whereas laying requires a direct object.

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The rare manuscript was found ________ in the dark corner of the archival vault.

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