Multiple choice

Directions: A part of the sentence that has been underlined has an error. Select the option that is the most coherent and precise representation of the underlined part.

Although he had been looking forward to participating in the football match, a sprain in the ankle prevented him taking part.

  1. prevented him taking part

  2. prevented his taking part

  3. prevented him to take part

  4. prevented him in taking part

  5. prevented him for taking part
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B Correct answer
Explanation

The verb 'prevent' is typically followed by either a possessive form plus gerund ('prevented his taking part') or an object form with 'from' ('prevented him from taking part'). Option B uses the correct possessive + gerund construction.

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