Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the highlighted segment in the given sentence.
As it was getting late Lata leave the party midway.

Correct option is C

The correct substitution of the highlighted words is (c) left the party.
Explanation:
· The sentence starts with "As it was getting late" – which is a past continuous clause.
· So the main clause must also be in past tense.
· The verb “leave” is in present, which is incorrect.
· The correct simple past form “left” should be used.
✅ Correct sentence:
As it was getting late, Lata left the party midway.
Grammatical Rule Used:
Maintain tense consistency in complex sentences. If the first clause is in past continuous, the second should be in simple past.
Example:
· As it started raining, we ran for shelter.
Grammar Booster:
In complex sentences, ensure the verb tense of all clauses is consistent with the time context. Mixing present and past without intent leads to grammatical errors.