Question : Directions: In the question, a part of the sentence is in bold. Below are given alternatives to the bold part at (1), (2), and (3) that may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is needed, your answer is (4).
They were astonished through his failure in the examination.
(1) from
(2) at
(3) with
(4) No Improvement
Option 1: (1)
Option 2: (2)
Option 3: (3)
Option 4: (4)
Correct Answer: (2)
Solution : The sentence can be improved using the second option.
Astonished at is a commonly used expression to show surprise or shock at something, such as a failure.
The other options are either grammatically incorrect or do not make sense in the context of the sentence.
Therefore, the correct sentence is: "They were astonished at his failure in the examination."
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