Multiple choice

Directions: Choose the correct alternative.

______ my father's illness, I decided not to join the excursion party.

  1. According to

  2. For the sake of

  3. Inspite of

  4. On account of
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Explanation

'On account of' is a formal phrase meaning 'because of' or 'due to'. It fits perfectly here as the reason for not joining the excursion. 'According to' means 'as stated by', 'For the sake of' means 'for the benefit of', and 'Inspite of' (should be 'In spite of') means 'despite' - none fit the context of illness as a cause.

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