In the following sentence, a part of the sentence is underlined. Below are given alternatives to the underlined part, which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is needed, choose the alternative that indicates No improvement needed.
The statue was casted in pure gold and was studded with diamonds.
The past tense form of the verb 'to cast' is cast and not casted. Therefore, the correct answer is option 1.
Improved sentence - The statue was cast in pure gold and was studded with diamonds.