26 Mary can't stand ..... to country music.

Analysis:

The sentence states that Mary dislikes country music. The phrase 'can't stand' is followed by a gerund (verb ending in -ing) or a noun phrase. In this case, it refers to the act of listening.

Breakdown:

• A listen: Incorrect. 'Listen' is the base form of the verb.
• B to listen: Incorrect. 'Can't stand' is usually followed by a gerund, not an infinitive here.
• C listening: Correct. 'Listening' is the gerund form, fitting after 'can't stand'.

Translated Question:

26 Мэри терпеть не может ..... к кантри-музыке.