Multiple choice

Directions: Fill in the blank by choosing the right preposition from the given alternatives.

The village was destroyed ________ fire.

  1. to

  2. by

  3. for

  4. of
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B Correct answer
Explanation

In this passive voice sentence, by is the correct preposition to introduce the cause or instrument of destruction. It shows that the fire was the agent responsible for the village being destroyed.

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