All Categories MCQs
Topic Notes: All Categories
General Description
Plato
- Biography: Ancient Greek philosopher (427–347 BCE), student of Socrates and teacher of Aristotle, founder of the Academy in Athens.
- Important Ideas:
- Theory of Forms
- Philosopher-King
- Ideal State
67631
The company is infested ___ rats.
Answer:
with
**Rule:** The verb 'infested' is followed by the preposition 'with'. 'Infested with' means to be full of something undesirable, like insects or animals. The warehouse is infested with rats, so 'with' is the correct preposition. Options (b), (c), and (d) are incorrect.
67632
He is congratulated ___ his success.
Answer:
on
**Rule:** The verb 'congratulated' is followed by the preposition 'on'. 'Congratulated on' something means to be praised for an achievement. He is congratulated on his success, so 'on' is the correct preposition. 'For' is a common error. Options (c) and (d) are incorrect.
67633
He is grappling ___ a difficult decision about his future.
Answer:
with
**Rule:** The verb 'grapple' is followed by the preposition 'with'. 'To grapple with' something means to struggle to deal with or understand a difficult problem or subject. He is grappling with a difficult decision, so 'with' is the correct preposition. Options (b), (c), and (d) are incorrect.
67634
The company is introduced ___ a new technology to improve its efficiency.
Answer:
to
**Rule:** The verb 'introduced' is followed by the preposition 'to'. 'Introduced to' means to be made to experience something for the first time. The company is introduced to a new technology, so 'to' is the correct preposition. Options (b), (c), and (d) are incorrect.
67635
He has to take ___ his father in the family business after he retires.
Answer:
over
**Rule:** The phrasal verb 'take over' means to take control of something. He has to take over the family business, so 'over' is the correct preposition. 'Take after' means to resemble a parent or ancestor. 'Take off' means to leave the ground and begin to fly. 'Take up' means to begin a new hobby or activity.
67636
The company is backed ___ by a strong team of professionals.
Answer:
up
**Rule:** The phrasal verb 'backed up' means to be supported by someone or something. The company is backed up by a strong team, so 'up' is the correct preposition. Options (b), (c), and (d) are incorrect.
67637
The company is distinguished ___ its innovative products and excellent customer service.
Answer:
by
**Rule:** The verb 'distinguished' is followed by 'by', 'for', or 'from'. 'Distinguished by' is used to show the quality that makes something special. The company is distinguished by its innovative products, so 'by' is the correct preposition. 'Distinguished for' is used for an achievement. 'Distinguished from' is used to show the difference between two things. Options (c) is incorrect.
67638
He has to persist ___ his efforts to achieve his goals.
Answer:
in
**Rule:** The verb 'persist' is followed by 'in' or 'with'. 'Persist in' is used for an action or an activity. He has to persist in his efforts, so 'in' is the correct preposition. 'Persist with' is used for a difficult task. Option (b) is also possible. Both are correct. Options (c) and (d) are incorrect.
67639
The company is based ___ the principles of honesty and integrity.
Answer:
on
**Rule:** The phrasal verb 'based on' means to use something as the foundation for something else. The company is based on the principles of honesty and integrity, so 'on' is the correct preposition. Options (b), (c), and (d) are incorrect.
67640
She is useful ___ the company with her diverse skills.
Answer:
to
**Rule:** The adjective 'useful' is followed by 'to' or 'for'. 'Useful to' is used for the person or thing that benefits. She is useful to the company, so 'to' is the correct preposition. 'Useful for' is used for a purpose. Options (c) and (d) are incorrect.