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Question : Directions: In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative that will improve the bracketed part of the sentence. In case no improvement is needed, select "No Improvement". 

Everyone was (moved with) tears at his sad story.

(1) moved by 

(2) moved to

(3) moved in

(4) No Improvement

Option 1: (1)

Option 2: (2)

Option 3: (3)

Option 4: (4)


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Correct Answer: (2)


Solution : The correct choice is the second option.

Explanation: The preposition "to" in this case is used to denote the direction or result of the emotional response. When we say someone is "moved to tears", the preposition "to" establishes a connection between the emotional state (tears) and the stimulus (his sad story).

So, the correct sentence would be: "Everyone was moved to tears at his sad story."

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