Multiple choice

Directions: Fill in the blank with the suitable preposition.

The police ran __________ the thief.

  1. with

  2. after

  3. behind

  4. over
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B Correct answer
Explanation

You run 'after' to pursue somebody. The police obviously will not run with or along with the thief. You run behind somebody or something if you are falling short. Example: The clock is running behind. 'Run over' means to crush. Example: The dog was run over by the car.

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