It will take us a long time . . . . . . . . decision.
(A) about
(B) to
(C) in
(D) of
Solution:
Answer & Solution Answer: Option B No explanation is given for this question Let's Discuss on Board
72.
Alia parted . . . . . . . . her parents in tears.
(A) by
(B) with
(C) of
(D) from
Solution:
'Part with' means to give up something or let go of something whereas 'part from' means to separate from someone. Here 'part from' will be the correct usage.
73.
One should never be a traitor . . . . . . . . one's country.
(A) with
(B) to
(C) in
(D) of
Solution:
'To' preposition is used to indicate relationship. In the sentence it is used in the same sense by the speaker.
74.
The customer smashed his fist dow . . . . . . . . the table.
(A) on
(B) against
(C) in
(D) at
Solution:
Answer & Solution Answer: Option B No explanation is given for this question Let's Discuss on Board
75.
I don't think she is afraid . . . . . . . . the dogs.
(A) on
(B) of
(C) in
(D) with
Solution:
A Preposition is a word used to link noun, pronoun or phrases to other words within a sentence. In the blank, preposition "of" will be used because preposition "of" is used after adjectives like afraid of, ashamed of, capable of, tired of etc.
76.
The kitten is sleeping . . . . . . . . the table.
(A) in
(B) on
(C) above
(D) within
Solution:
'On' is used to show that something is in a position above something else and touching it. Here 'kitten' is above the 'table' and touching it.
77.
He will reach here . . . . . . . . sunset.
(A) in
(B) for
(C) at
(D) on
Solution:
'At' indicates specific time, location or position. Hence it is the correct preposition to be used in the sentence.
78.
He is fond . . . . . . . . drawing?
(A) to
(B) of
(C) in
(D) on
Solution:
'Fond of' means 'having a liking for or love of (someone or something)'. Hence it makes the sentence meaningful.
79.
You must listen . . . . . . . . the question first.
(A) over
(B) for
(C) to
(D) at
Solution:
If you 'listen to' a sound or 'listen to' a person who is talking, you pay attention to the sound or to what the person is saying. Hence it makes the sentence meaningful.
80.
You should abstain . . . . . . . . drinking.
(A) from
(B) for
(C) about
(D) in
Solution:
'Abstain from' means 'to choose not to do or have something'. Hence it makes the sentence meaningful.