Multiple choice

Directions: Look at the underlined part of each sentence. Below each sentence three possible substitutions are given for the underlined part. If one of them is better than the underlined part, then choose that option else choose the fourth option that indicates that no improvement can be made.

I had the privilege by knowing him intimately during his stay in Delhi.

  1. for knowing

  2. from knowing

  3. of knowing

  4. No improvement

  5. .
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C Correct answer
Explanation

The preposition ‘of’ indicates a connection, relationship, or association with someone. This is correct in this context. ‘Of knowing’ here indicates the connection between the subjects. Thus, the privilege of knowing someone is the correct answer in this context.

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