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English · Q488

Preposition

Competitive Exams · English · question 488

Q488

Birbal was famous . . . . . . . . his uncommon wit.

A.
at
B.
on
C.
for
Answer
D.
with

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
The correct preposition to use in this sentence is for. The sentence should read: "Birbal was famous for his uncommon wit." This construction indicates the reason for Birbal's fame, which is his uncommon wit.

The other options do not fit contextually:
A. "Birbal was famous at his uncommon wit." (Incorrect)
B. "Birbal was famous on his uncommon wit." (Incorrect)
D. "Birbal was famous with his uncommon wit." (Incorrect)