From the given options, fill in the blank with the most suitable preposition :
The queen was concerned _________ the safety of the princess.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → about
Complete sentence: The queen was concerned about the safety of the princess. The queen was worried about the safety of the princess.
| Option | Used to show | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) at | "At" is used with words of reaction to an event, such as surprised at or angry at. "Concerned at the safety" is not used. | We were surprised at the result. |
| (2) about (answer) | Concerned about means worried about something. | Parents are concerned about their children's health. |
| (3) with | Concerned with means dealing with or related to a subject. It does not express worry. | This chapter is concerned with the history of Rome. |
| (4) of | "Concerned of" is not used in English. "Of" goes with words such as afraid of or proud of. | She is afraid of the dark. |