Preposition - Study Mode

[#1161] A gentleman abides . . . . . . . . his promise.
Correct Answer

(D) by

Explanation

Solution: 'Abide by' means 'to accept or obey an agreement, decision, or rule'. Hence it makes the sentence meaningful.

[#1162] Divide this money . . . . . . . . Elizabeth and Jennifer.
Correct Answer

(B) between

Explanation

Solution: The most common use of 'between' is when something is in the middle of two things or two groups of things. It is sometimes used in the phrase in between. The most common use for 'among' is when something is in or with a group of a few, several, or many things.

[#1163] The profits will be equally divided . . . . . . . . the shareholders.
Correct Answer

(A) among

Explanation

Solution: The most common use for 'among' is when something is in or with a group of a few, several, or many things. The most common use of 'between' is when something is in the middle of two things or two groups of things. It is sometimes used in the phrase in between.

[#1164] Suraj is acquainted . . . . . . . . Kapil.
Correct Answer

(B) with

Explanation

Solution: 'Acquainted' means 'to know or be familiar with something/someone'. 'With' is the preposition used alongside acquainted.

[#1165] Siva has no control . . . . . . . . his temper.
Correct Answer

(A) over

Explanation

Solution: 'Control over' means 'power or influence over someone or something'. Hence it makes the sentence meaningful.