Question

I ............ wish to talk to about that matter.

• A. is not
• B. did not
• C. do not
• D. am not

Answer 1

Answer:

B. did not

• Verb Type: The word wish is used here as a principal verb meaning "to want".

• Sentence Structure: To make a negative sentence in the simple present tense with most verbs (except 'be'), you must use the auxiliary verb do/does + not + base verb.

• Subject-Verb Agreement: Since the subject is "I", the correct auxiliary is do.

• Why others are incorrect:

  • is not / am not: These are used for "to be" verbs or continuous tenses (e.g., "I am not talking"). They cannot be followed directly by a base verb like "wish".

  • did not: This would be used for the past tense ("I did not wish to talk..."). While grammatically possible in a different context, do not is the standard present tense choice for expressing a current lack of desire.