Preposition - Study Mode
[#946] His application was turned . . . . . . . . as he didn't complete the necessary requirements in time.
Correct Answer
(B) down
[#947] She was vexed . . . . . . . . her mother's illness.
Correct Answer
(C) at
Explanation
Solution: The correct sentence is: She was vexed at her mother's illness. The preposition "at" is used here to indicate the cause of her vexation or distress. When someone is "vexed at" something, it means they are annoyed or upset due to a specific reason. In this case, the reason for her vexation is her mother's illness.
[#948] His company is greatly sought . . . . . . . . .
Correct Answer
(B) after
[#949] They called their teacher . . . . . . . . join them.
Correct Answer
(B) to
[#950] The lecture will be held right . . . . . . . . the tutorial.
Correct Answer
(A) before