Multiple choice

Directions: Look at the italic part of the sentence. Three possible substitutions (1), (2) and (3) for the italic part are given. If one of them is better than the italic part, mark it as the answer. If any of the substitution doesn't improve the sentence, mark (4).

The whole country is disappointed over the defeat of the cricket team.

  1. by

  2. over

  3. on

  4. no improvement needed
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The correct preposition with 'disappointed' in this context is 'by', not 'over'. We say 'disappointed by' an event, result, or action because the disappointment is caused by that thing. 'Disappointed over' is less standard and typically used with more abstract situations. 'Disappointed on' is incorrect.

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