Select the option that will improve the highlighted part of the given sentence. In case no improvement is needed, select 'No improvement required'.
The novels of Jane Austen give us a glimpse into the world of women.

Correct option is D

The correct substitution of the highlighted words is (d) No improvement required.
Explanation:
The subject of the sentence is "The novels of Jane Austen", which is plural.
Therefore, the verb give is correctly used in the present tense and in plural form to match the plural subject.
The sentence is discussing a general truth or a fact about Jane Austen’s novels, which is appropriately expressed in the present tense.
Grammatical rule used:
· Subject-verb agreement: Plural subject requires plural verb.
· When referring to established literary works that still exist and are still read, we use present tense.
Example: Shakespeare’s plays teach us valuable moral lessons.