Preposition - Study Mode
[#286] He jumped . . . . . . . . the river from bridge.
Correct Answer
(D) into
Explanation
Solution: When someone or something comes from outside to the inside, we use the word 'into'. Here, the guy comes from outside to the inside of the river.
[#287] It took me ages to find a space . . . . . . . . park my car.
Correct Answer
(A) to
Explanation
Solution: Preposition of reason indicates some relationship of a noun or pronoun with regard to some reason, cause or purpose. These prepositions include to, for, with the view to, in order to, so as to, because of, due to, for the purpose of, etc.
[#288] I have not heard from him . . . . . . . . last week.
Correct Answer
(A) since
Explanation
Solution: The preposition since is used to indicate a starting point, after which the action continues. For example: I haven't seen them since 2012.
[#289] My father will retire from service . . . . . . . . a year.
Correct Answer
(C) in
Explanation
Solution: 'In' is a preposition of time which refers to the duration of something to happen. Hence it makes the sentence meaningful.
[#290] He parted . . . . . . . . all his property.
Correct Answer
(C) of
Explanation
Solution: The correct preposition to use in this sentence is "of" . The sentence should read, "He parted of all his property." The preposition "of" is used to indicate possession or association. In this context, it signifies that he separated or distributed his property among others. Option A: on is not the correct answer as it does not convey the intended meaning of dividing property. Option B: in is not the correct answer as it does not convey the same meaning as "parted." "In" is used to indicate location or a state of being. Option D: over is not the correct answer as it does not accurately convey the idea of dividing property. Given the options provided, the correct answer is Option C: of.