Multiple choice

Directions:- Choose the correct preposition from the given options to fill in the blank.

My parents were overjoyed ______ the news.

  1. at

  2. to

  3. in

  4. on
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The correct phrase is "overjoyed at the news." When describing extreme happiness caused by something, "at" is commonly used to show what triggered the emotion. "To" would indicate direction, "in" would show containment, and "on" would show surface contact.

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