Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

English

Chapter

Fill Blanks

Question:

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.

She has inherited her fondness ______ tennis from her parents.

Options:

to

at

for

by

Correct Answer:

for

Explanation:

She has inherited her fondness for tennis from her parents.

Explanation:

  • To: This preposition is not appropriate in this context. "Inherited her fondness to tennis" doesn't convey the correct meaning.

  • At: This preposition is not suitable here. "Fondness at tennis" is not the correct construction.

  • For: This preposition is the correct choice. "Fondness for tennis" indicates that she has a liking or affection for playing or watching tennis.

  • By: This preposition is not the correct choice here. It doesn't convey the intended meaning of inheriting a liking for tennis from her parents.