Multiple choice

Directions: Supply a suitable preposition/phrasal verb to fill in the blank.

I prevailed _______ him to join our party as we have the same guiding principles in our lives.

  1. among

  2. upon

  3. over

  4. with

  5. .

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B Correct answer
Explanation

This is the correct preposition as 'upon' indicates the formal term for 'on'. It is used in the sense where something is not physical but more indicative of an action that has taken place. 'Prevail upon' means to persuade someone to do something. This is correct in this context.