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Download Solution PDFChoose the correct preposition:
The old man kept dreaming............. the past.
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WBSSC SLST (Class 9-10) English Official Paper Held On 04 Dec, 2016
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Option 3 : of
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Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is 'of'.
- The preposition "of" is used when referring to something related to or connected with a particular subject.
- In this sentence, the old man is dreaming "of the past," which indicates that his dreams are related to memories of the past.
- Other options: "in," "at," and "to" do not fit the context of the sentence.
Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 3'.
Complete Sentence: The old man kept dreaming of the past.
- In: Indicates location or position within something, e.g., "in the room."
- At: Refers to a specific point or place, e.g., "at the park."
- To: Indicates direction or movement toward something, e.g., "to the store."
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