Preposition - Study Mode
[#386] One of my ancestors rode . . . . . . . . George Washington during the American Revolution.
Correct Answer
(B) alongside
Explanation
Solution: 'Alongside' means 'together and in cooperation with'. Hence it makes the sentence meaningful.
[#387] The film is based . . . . . . . . the novel by Boris Pasternak.
Correct Answer
(C) on
Explanation
Solution: 'Based on' means 'use ideas or facts when doing something (like making a film)'. Hence it makes the sentence meaningful.
[#388] He has been absent . . . . . . . . a fortnight.
Correct Answer
(C) for
Explanation
Solution: Understanding the Question: The question asks you to choose the correct preposition to complete the sentence: "He has been absent . . . . . . . . a fortnight." A preposition shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other words in a sentence. Understanding the Options: * Option A (from): "From" indicates a starting point in time or place. * Option B (since): "Since" indicates a point in time from which something has continued to the present. * Option C (for): "For" indicates a duration of time. * Option D (to): "To" indicates a direction or destination. Choosing the Correct Preposition: The sentence talks about how long he has been absent. We need a preposition that shows a duration. " For " is the preposition that shows duration of time. Therefore, "He has been absent for a fortnight" is correct. Why other options are incorrect: "From" needs a starting point (e.g., "He has been absent from Monday"). "Since" also needs a specific starting point (e.g., "He has been absent since Monday"). "To" indicates a destination, which doesn't fit the context of absence.
[#389] She is standing . . . . . . . . her boyfriend.
Correct Answer
(D) with
Explanation
Solution: In the sentence "She is standing . . . . . . . . her boyfriend," the most appropriate preposition is "with" . The preposition "with" is used to indicate being in the company of or in the presence of someone. In this context, it suggests that she is standing alongside or near her boyfriend, implying a sense of togetherness or companionship. Option A: for – "For" is used to indicate purpose, reason, or benefit, and does not fit the context of standing next to or near someone. Option B: by – "By" can mean near or next to, but it is more commonly used to indicate proximity in a more static or passive way, and may imply standing close to but not necessarily in direct company. It is less fitting than "with" in this context. Option C: in – "In" indicates being inside or within something, which does not make sense for this context of standing next to someone. Therefore, the correct preposition is "with" , as it best conveys that she is standing in the company of her boyfriend.
[#390] They advised us not to get too familiar . . . . . . . . him, as he did not have a good reputation.
Correct Answer
(D) with