In the following passage, some of the words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the correct answer for the given blank out of the four alternatives.
“I am proud to (1)__________ to a religion which has taught the world both tolerance (2)________ universal acceptance, “he declared (3)__________ September 11, 1893 „ “ we believe not only in universal toleration, (4) __________ we accept all religions as true, I am proud to belong to a nation which has sheltered the persecuted and the (5) ________ of all religious and all nations of the earth.”
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 3.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. On.
- On is the suitable option.
- This preposition designates particular dates and days. When referring to a specific day, like September 11, 1893, it is the appropriate option.
- Compared to other options:
- Upon: When referring to a certain date, this preposition is more formal and more antiquated in current English use.
- In: This preposition refers to extended spans of time, not particular dates, such as months, years, or centuries. Using "in September" or "in 1893" as examples would be OK, but not for a particular day like September 11.
- At: This preposition is not used for precise dates, but rather for specific times or locations. For instance, "at the conference" or "at 5 PM" might be appropriate, but not on September 11.