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
81821
He is an antidote ___ the poison.
Answer:
to
**Rule:** The noun 'antidote' is followed by the preposition 'to'. 'Antidote to' means a substance that can counteract a form of poisoning. This is an antidote to the poison, so 'to' is the correct preposition. Options (b), (c), and (d) are incorrect.
81822
The company is grateful ___ its employees for their hard work and dedication.
Answer:
to
**Rule:** The adjective 'grateful' is followed by 'to' and 'for'. 'Grateful to' is used for the person you are thankful to. The company is grateful to its employees, so 'to' is the correct preposition. 'Grateful for' is used for the reason for being grateful. Options (c) and (d) are incorrect.
81823
She is burdened ___ heavy responsibilities at a young age.
Answer:
with
**Rule:** The adjective 'burdened' is followed by the preposition 'with'. 'Burdened with' means to have a lot of something difficult or unpleasant to deal with. She is burdened with heavy responsibilities, so 'with' is the correct preposition. Options (b), (c), and (d) are incorrect.
81824
He is conferring ___ his colleagues on the matter.
Answer:
with
**Rule:** The verb 'conferring' is followed by 'with' or 'on'. 'Conferring with' is used for the person you are discussing something with. He is conferring with his colleagues, so 'with' is the correct preposition. 'Conferring on' is used for the topic of discussion. Options (c) and (d) are incorrect.
81825
He is true ___ his word and always keeps his promises.
Answer:
to
**Rule:** The adjective 'true' is followed by the preposition 'to'. 'True to' one's word means to be faithful to what you have said. He is true to his word, so 'to' is the correct preposition. Option (b) 'with' is incorrect. Option (c) 'in' is incorrect. Option (d) 'for' is grammatically incorrect.
81826
He is very conscious ___ his health and exercises regularly.
Answer:
of
**Rule:** The adjective 'conscious' is followed by the preposition 'of'. 'Conscious of' means to be aware of something. He is aware of his health, so 'of' is the correct preposition. Option (b) 'about' can also be used, but 'of' is more common and formal. Option (c) 'for' is incorrect. Option (d) 'with' is grammatically incorrect.
81827
He is triumphant ___ his victory in the election.
Answer:
in
**Rule:** The adjective 'triumphant' is followed by the preposition 'in'. 'Triumphant in' means to have won a great victory or success. He is triumphant in his victory, so 'in' is the correct preposition. Options (b), (c), and (d) are incorrect.
81828
The company is antipathy ___ new ideas.
Answer:
to
**Rule:** The noun 'antipathy' is followed by 'to' or 'towards'. 'Antipathy to' means a strong feeling of dislike. The company has an antipathy to new ideas, so 'to' is the correct preposition. 'Antipathy towards' is also possible. Both are correct. Options (c) and (d) are incorrect.
81829
She is living ___ a small apartment in the city.
Answer:
in
**Rule:** The verb 'living' is followed by 'in' or 'at'. 'Living in' is used for a house, a city, or a country. She is living in a small apartment, so 'in' is the correct preposition. 'Living at' is used for a specific address. Options (c) and (d) are incorrect.
81830
She has to stand ___ her friend who is being bullied by others.
Answer:
by
**Rule:** The phrasal verb 'stand by' means to support someone. She has to stand by her friend, so 'by' is the correct preposition. 'Stand for' means to represent something. 'Stand up to' means to defend yourself against someone. 'Stand out' means to be very noticeable.