Selected MCQ

Current Question
They were happy ___ the judge's decision.
  • A. of
  • B. with
  • C. about
  • D. for
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The standard pattern is to be happy about the reason behind the feeling.
Related Question 1
They applied ___ a research grant last month.
  • A. on
  • B. with
  • C. for
  • D. to
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
The standard pattern is apply for.
Related Question 2
They walked ___ the hall and into the boardroom.
  • A. over
  • B. through
  • C. onto
  • D. across
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
Through is used for movement within and beyond an enclosed space.
Related Question 3
They went ___ the museum after lunch.
  • A. into
  • B. through
  • C. to
  • D. from
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
We use it for movement toward a destination.
Related Question 4
They announced the results ___ noon.
  • A. on
  • B. at
  • C. in
  • D. by
Correct Answer: B
Explanation:
We use at with noon.
Related Question 5
They stayed in Kyoto ___ two weeks.
  • A. since
  • B. during
  • C. for
  • D. in
Correct Answer: C
Explanation:
We use for to show duration.