Prepositions MCQ Quiz - Objective Question with Answer for Prepositions - Download Free PDF

The correct answer is '3' i.e. potential to be used in .

Key Points

• The phrase "potential to be used by" is inappropriate in the context of the sentence because applications do not "use" the technology themselves; rather, it is used "in" applications.
• The correct preposition in this context is "in," since it specifies that the technology can be applied or utilized within a broad range of applications.
• The revised phrase "potential to be used in" correctly conveys that elastocaloric cooling can be employed within various applications.

Correct sentence: Elastocaloric cooling is a promising, eco-friendly technology for refrigeration that has the potential to be used in a broad range of applications and at different temperature ranges.

Additional Information

• Prepositions:
  • Prepositions such as "in," "on," and "by" are used to clarify relationships between words in a sentence.
  • For example, "used in" indicates the context or area of application, while "used by" indicates the agent or user.
• Contextual Usage:
  • Understanding context is essential for choosing the correct preposition, as it affects the clarity and accuracy of the sentence.

The correct answer is '4' i.e. contrasted with .

Key Points

• The verb "contrast" is typically followed by the preposition "with" when indicating a comparison between two things to highlight differences.
• The sentence compares rural life with urban life, so the correct preposition to use is "with".
• None of the other prepositions like "at," "off," or "in" are appropriate in this context.

Correct sentence: The rural life can be contrasted with that of urban life.

Key Points

• The primary issue in the sentence is the incorrect preposition "in" used before the term "the hurdle."
• The correct preposition for this context is "over".
• The correct phrase should be "over the hurdle," ensuring grammatical correctness and clarity.

Key Points

• The primary issue in the sentence is the use of the word "across" which is incorrect in this context.
• The correct preposition should be "along" to indicate the location of the dumping ground near the riverside.
• The phrase should be "along the riverside" to ensure the sentence is grammatically correct and clear.

The correct answer is '3' i.e. freedom of expression .

Key Points

• The phrase "freedom of expression" is a standard term used to refer to the right to express one's opinions publicly.
• The other options "freedom from expression," "freedom on expression," and "freedom at expression" are not commonly used and do not convey the intended meaning.

Correct sentence: World Press Freedom Day will be dedicated to the importance of journalism and freedom of expression in the context of the current global environmental crisis.

Additional Information

• Freedom of Expression: This is a fundamental human right as recognized by various international treaties and national constitutions. It covers the freedom to hold opinions and to receive and impart information and ideas without interference.

The correct answer is 'apologised to the teacher'.

Key Points

• The underlined part in the given sentence is grammatically incorrect.
• Here, 'apologised to the teacher' should be used instead of 'apologised the teacher'.
• The verb 'apologise' should be followed by the preposition 'to' in the given context. 
• It means 'to say that you are sorry for something that you have done'. [(किसी से) (किसी बात के लिए) क्षमा याचना करना]
  • Example: You’ll have to apologise to your teacher for being late.
• Thus, the correct answer is Option 2.
   

Correct Sentence: The student apologised to the teacher for the delay in submitting the assignment.

The correct answer is 'about taking up'.

Key Points

• The underlined part in the given sentence is incorrect.
• Here, 'about taking up' should be used instead of 'at taking'.
• In the given sentence 'wondering about' should be used because it is a phrasal verb.
• It means 'to have a strong curiosity about someone or something (किसी के बारे में या किसी चीज़ के बारे में तीव्र जिज्ञासा रखना)'.
  • Example: People have been wondering for years about the enigmatic leader of the company.
• Thus, the correct answer is Option 2.
   

Correct Sentence: I have been wondering about taking up skating as a hobby.

The correct answer is looking for his book.

Key Points

• Looking for should be used instead of looking into. 
• Look for: phrasal verb of look; attempt to find someone or something.
  • Example: Divya has been looking for her phone for the last one hour.
• Thus, the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence is option 3.  

The correct answer is to the dictionary.

Key Points

• To should be used here in place of in.
• Refer to: to talk about or write about (someone or something) especially briefly : to mention (someone or something) in speech or in writing.
  • Example: No one referred to the incident.
• Refer to is used as a phrasal verb here..
• ​Thus, the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment is option 3.

Correct Sentence: Solomon always refers to the dictionary for clearing doubts about words.

The erroneous part is "three breaks-in"

Key Points

• In the given sentence, "breaks-in" is incorrect instead of this we need to use "break-ins"
• "Break-in" is a noun that means "an illegal forced entry of a building or vehicle, typically to steal something."
• The plural form of "break-in" means "break-ins" as we need to use a plural noun since "three" is used which is a plural quantifier.

Hence, the correct sentence is- There have been three break-ins in our society this month.

The correct answer is: no choice but to

Key Points 

• Add "but" as a preposition before "to report" to correct the sentence grammatically.
• But is used as a preposition for joining ideas when the second is different.
• The word “but' is considered a preposition that means “other than.”
• The sentence says the only option left to the soldier was to inform their commander of the loss.
• So, 'but' should be used before 'to' in order to correct the sentence.
• The correct answer is option 4.
   

The correct sentence is:  The soldiers had no choice but to report the loss to their commander.

The correct answer is 'make out'.

Key Points

• The most appropriate phrasal verb for the underlined part is 'make out'.
• Make out: manage with some difficulty to see or hear someone or something. (किसी को या कुछ को देखने या सुनने के लिए कुछ कठिनाई के साथ प्रबंधन करें)
  • Example: In the dim light it was difficult to make out the illustration.
• Thus, the correct answer is Option 1.
   

Correct Sentence: It is quite difficult to make out what this doctor writes. 

Additional Information

• made on: Incorrect as it does not fit the context or meaning of the sentence.
• make in: Incorrect as it is not a commonly used phrase and does not fit the context.
• No substitution required: Incorrect as the original phrase "make on" is not correct in this context.

The correct answer is: "aptitude for."

Key Points 

• "Aptitude for" is the correct preposition to use with the noun "aptitude."
• "Aptitude for" means a natural ability or skill in a particular area.
  • Example: She has an aptitude for languages.
• Corrected sentence: The young boy displayed an aptitude for scientific research.

​Therefore, the correct answer is option 1.

The correct answer is 'besides'.

Key Points

• The underlined part in the given is grammatically incorrect.
• ​The word 'beyond' means "at or to the further side of something" (किसी चीज के आगे).
• Here, 'besides' should be used instead of 'beyond'.
• The word 'besides' means 'in addition to or as well as somebody/something; also'. (के अतिरिक्त, के साथ; भी)
  • Example: There will be six people coming, besides you and Raj.

Thus, the correct answer is Option 4.

Correct Sentence: The old lady needed love and care besides money. 

Additional Information

• No substitution required: Incorrect as the original phrase is less clear and not as idiomatic.
• beneath: Incorrect, as it implies a hierarchy or level, inappropriate for the context.
• beside: Incorrect, as it usually means 'next to' or 'alongside,' which doesn’t fit the context.

Key Points
The error in the original sentence is the use of "described about."

• The verb "describe" does not require the preposition "about" after it.
• Instead, we simply use "describe" followed by the direct object, which in this case is "the scenery."
• The correct answer is option 2.

Correct sentence: He described the scenery yesterday.