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easy
English

I was astonished ____ ____ ____ ____ his failure.

Correct answer: B

A
In
B
At
Correct
C
On
D
For
Explanation and memory cue

The correct preposition to use with 'astonished' when expressing surprise about something is 'at'. The phrase 'astonished at his failure' is grammatically correct and commonly used.

102

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easy
English

My book is different ____ ____ yours.

Correct answer: C

A
than
B
with
C
from
Correct
D
by
Explanation and memory cue

The correct preposition to use in this comparative sentence is 'from'. The phrase 'different from' is the standard and grammatically correct form in English, making option C the correct choice.

103

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Prepositions

easy
English

I have had problems similar ____ ____ ____ ____ yours.

Correct answer: D

A
from
B
with
C
of
D
to
Correct
Explanation and memory cue

The adjective 'similar' is conventionally followed by the preposition 'to' in standard English usage. The phrase 'problems similar to yours' is the correct and idiomatic form. Using 'with' after 'similar' is not standard and sounds ungrammatical. Therefore, the correct preposition to complete the sentence 'I have had problems similar ____ ____ ____ ____ yours.' is 'to'.

104

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Prepositions

easy
English

He is weak ____ ____ grammar.

Correct answer: B

A
at
B
in
Correct
C
from
D
with
Explanation and memory cue

The correct preposition to use with 'weak' in this context is 'in', as in 'weak in grammar', which means lacking skill or proficiency in grammar.

105

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easy
English

He always insisted on his opinion.

Correct answer: C

A
to
B
in
C
on
Correct
D
over
Explanation and memory cue

The correct preposition to use with 'insist' when referring to an opinion is 'on'. The phrase 'insist on his opinion' is grammatically correct and commonly used.

106

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Prepositions

easy
English

He is responsible ____ the president for his decisions.

Correct answer: C

A
for
B
of
C
to
Correct
D
with
Explanation and memory cue

The correct preposition to complete the phrase 'He is responsible ____ the president' is 'to', indicating accountability or obligation towards the president.

107

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easy
English

Asim has been fully cured ____ ____ ____ ____ ____ ____ the chronic pain in his legs.

Correct answer: C

A
from
B
by
C
of
Correct
D
with
Explanation and memory cue

The correct preposition to use with 'cured' in this context is 'of.' The phrase 'cured of' is the standard and commonly accepted usage when referring to being free from a disease, condition, or symptom. Therefore, the sentence should read: 'Asim has been fully cured of the chronic pain in his legs.' The preposition 'from' is not typically used with 'cured' in this context.

108

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easy
English

I was amazed ____ ____ ____ ____ ____ ____ his misbehavior.

Correct answer: B

A
In
B
At
Correct
C
For
D
With
Explanation and memory cue

The correct preposition to use with 'amazed' when referring to someone's behavior is 'at'. The phrase 'amazed at his misbehavior' is idiomatic and grammatically correct.

109

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easy
English

He was in the UK for three weeks.

Correct answer: A

A
for
Correct
B
in
C
during
D
Since
Explanation and memory cue

The correct preposition to indicate a duration of time is 'for'. 'He was in UK for three weeks' correctly expresses the length of time he stayed. Other options do not fit grammatically or contextually.

110

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Prepositions

easy
English

I am going _____ home.

Correct answer: D

A
at
B
to
C
towards
D
None
Correct
Explanation and memory cue

When using verbs of movement such as 'go' with 'home,' standard English does not use a preposition. The correct phrase is 'I am going home,' not 'I am going to home.' Therefore, none of the prepositions 'at,' 'to,' or 'towards' are correct in this context. The best choice among the given options is 'None,' meaning no preposition is needed.

111

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easy
English

Sana was staring _____ me.

Correct answer: C

A
to
B
towards
C
at
Correct
D
on
Explanation and memory cue

The correct preposition to use with 'staring' in this context is 'at'. 'Staring at me' is the proper phrase indicating that Sana was looking fixedly in my direction.

112

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easy
English

She is thankful to you for being so patient with her.

Correct answer: C

A
for
B
of
C
with
Correct
D
at
Explanation and memory cue

The correct preposition to use with 'patient' in this context is 'with'. The phrase 'patient with her' means showing patience towards her, which fits the sentence meaning.

113

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Prepositions

easy
English

Sana is different _____ other girls.

Correct answer: C

A
than
B
with
C
from
Correct
D
to
Explanation and memory cue

The correct preposition to use after 'different' when comparing is 'from'. Therefore, 'Sana is different from other girls' is the correct sentence.

114

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easy
English

I am used ____ speaking English.

Correct answer: C

A
with
B
of
C
to
Correct
D
Both B & C
Explanation and memory cue

The correct preposition to use with 'used' in this context is 'to' when followed by a gerund (verb+ing). The phrase 'used to speaking English' means being accustomed to speaking English. Option C is correct, while 'of' is incorrect here, and 'Both B & C' is invalid because only 'to' fits grammatically.

115

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easy
English

I will be glad to get rid _____ him.

Correct answer: C

A
from
B
with
C
of
Correct
D
by
Explanation and memory cue

The correct preposition to use with the phrase 'get rid' is 'of', making 'get rid of him' the correct expression.

116

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easy
English

The candidates shall abide _____ all directions, instructions and regulations issued by the department.

Correct answer: D

A
on
B
with
C
by
D
to
Correct
Explanation and memory cue

The correct preposition to use with 'abide' in this context is 'by'. The phrase 'abide by' means to follow or comply with rules or instructions, making option D correct.

117

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easy
English

He has been swimming __________ one hour.

Correct answer: D

A
from
B
with
C
Since
D
For
Correct
Explanation and memory cue

The correct preposition to express duration with a specific time period is 'for'. 'He has been swimming for one hour' is grammatically correct, while the other options do not fit the context.

118

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easy
English

Do not bother me at 3 o’clock __________ night.

Correct answer: B

A
in
B
at
Correct
C
on
D
along
Explanation and memory cue

The correct preposition to use with a specific time is 'at'. Therefore, 'at 3 o’clock' is correct. 'In' is used for months or parts of the day, 'on' for days and dates, and 'along' is incorrect in this context.

119

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easy
English

My friend amused us __________ funny jokes.

Correct answer: D

A
from
B
at
C
on
D
with
Correct
Explanation and memory cue

The correct preposition to use with 'amused' in this context is 'with', as it indicates the means by which the amusement was caused. Therefore, 'My friend amused us with funny jokes' is correct.

120

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easy
English

We arrived ____ the village at night.

Correct answer: B

A
to
B
in
Correct
C
at
D
of
Explanation and memory cue

The correct preposition to use with 'arrived' when referring to a location like 'the village' is 'in'. We say 'arrived in the village' to indicate entering or reaching that place. 'At' is used for more specific points or smaller locations, but 'in' is correct here.

121

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easy
English

I looked _____ you at the party, but I didn’t see you.

Correct answer: B

A
to
B
at
Correct
C
for
D
on
Explanation and memory cue

The correct preposition to use with 'looked' when referring to seeing someone is 'at'. 'Looked at you' means directing one's gaze toward you, which fits the context of the sentence. 'Looked for you' means searching for you, which is not the intended meaning here.

122

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easy
English

I am not acquainted _____ her father.

Correct answer: C

A
of
B
from
C
with
Correct
D
to
Explanation and memory cue

The correct preposition to use with 'acquainted' in this context is 'with'. The phrase 'acquainted with' means to be familiar or to know someone or something.

123

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Prepositions

easy
English

Prime Minister has arrived ____ London.

Correct answer: C

A
at
B
to
C
in
Correct
D
from
Explanation and memory cue

The correct preposition to use with cities when indicating arrival is 'in'. Therefore, 'Prime Minister has arrived in London' is correct. Other options like 'at', 'to', and 'from' do not fit the context of arrival in a city.

124

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easy
English

I saw you dancing _____ party.

Correct answer: B

A
at
B
at a
Correct
C
at the
D
in
Explanation and memory cue

The correct phrase is 'at a party' because 'party' is a countable noun and requires an article. 'At the party' would be correct if referring to a specific known party, but the sentence as given is general. 'At a party' is the most appropriate choice here.

125

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easy
English

There is still no cure _____ AIDS.

Correct answer: C

A
of
B
to
C
for
Correct
D
with
Explanation and memory cue

The correct preposition to use with 'cure' in this context is 'for.' The phrase 'a cure for AIDS' is the standard and grammatically correct expression.