Question : Directions: In this question, a part of the sentence is in bold. Below are given alternatives to the bold part at (1), (2) and (3) which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case, no improvement is needed your answer is (4).
London is one of the oldest towns of England.
(1) in
(2) at
(3) besides
(4) No Improvement
Option 1: (1)
Option 2: (2)
Option 3: (3)
Option 4: (4)
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Correct Answer: (1)
Solution : The correct choice is the first option .
The sentence is improved by replacing "of" with "in" because "in" is the correct preposition to use when indicating the location or place associated with something. This change makes the sentence grammatically correct and precise, meaning that London is among the oldest towns located in England.
Therefore, the correct sentence is, "London is one of the oldest towns in England."
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