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Prepositions MCQs with Answers

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Prepositions MCQs (81–90)

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81.
_ the contrary, I was proud of it.
Correct Answer: D. On
One-liner
The correct preposition to use in "_ the contrary, I was proud of it" is On.
82.
I wear glasses _ reading.
Correct Answer: C. for
One-liner
The correct preposition to use in 'I wear glasses _ reading' is for.
83.
Mr. Ahmad always sets a good example _ other people.
Correct Answer: D. for
One-liner
Mr. Ahmad always sets a good example for other people.
84.
He is entitled this post.
Correct Answer: B. to
One-liner
The correct preposition after 'entitled' is to, as in 'He is entitled to this post.'
85.
We congratulate you your achievement.
Correct Answer: B. on
One-liner
We congratulate someone on their achievement.
86.
The Ph.D. degree was conferred _ him at the convocation.
Correct Answer: B. on
One-liner
The Ph.D. degree was conferred on him at the convocation.
87.
Which preposition best completes the phrase: 'A penny _ your thoughts'?
Correct Answer: C. for
One-liner
The correct preposition in the phrase 'A penny for your thoughts' is for.
88.
His health _ breaking down.
Correct Answer: D. is
One-liner
The correct verb form to complete the sentence 'His health _ breaking down' is is.
89.
Our TV has not been working last week.
Correct Answer: D. since
One-liner
Our TV has not been working since last week.
90.
The defense of the oil installation has been assigned _ my regiment.
Correct Answer: B. to
One-liner
The defense of the oil installation has been assigned to my regiment.