Preposition - Study Mode
[#496] We did not exactly bargain . . . . . . . . him turning up like that out of the blue.
Correct Answer
(B) for
Explanation
Solution: 'Bargain for' means 'to expect or be prepared for something'. Hence it makes the sentence meaningful.
[#497] The Muslims attend prayers in the mosque . . . . . . . . Friday.
Correct Answer
(C) on
Explanation
Solution: We use 'at' for a precise time, 'in' for months, years, centuries and long periods and 'on' for days and dates.
[#498] This is the book I was telling you . . . . . . . . .
Correct Answer
(D) about
Explanation
Solution: 'Tell about' means 'to speak or relate information to one about someone or something'. Hence it makes the sentence meaningful.
[#499] Mike often hides . . . . . . . . that tree.
Correct Answer
(B) behind
Explanation
Solution: 'Behind' means 'at or to the far side of (something), typically so as to be hidden by it'. Hence it makes the sentence meaningful.
[#500] The committee regrets that it cannot accede . . . . . . . . your request for a month's unpaid leave.
Correct Answer
(D) to