Select the correct alternative to fill in the blank with the correct preposition/prepositional phrase in the following sentence.
_______ writing novels, he likes to paint.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
Correct Answer
In addition to
Explanation
The correct prepositional phrase is "In addition to" because it is used to introduce an extra activity or item. In the sentence, it shows that the person enjoys painting as well as writing novels. Therefore, the sentence correctly reads, "In addition to writing novels, he likes to paint."
The other options are incorrect. "For" does not express addition in this context. "Due to" and "Owing to" indicate a reason or cause, not an additional activity, so they do not fit the meaning of the sentence.
Key Point
The phrase "In addition to" is always followed by a noun, pronoun, or gerund (verb + ing). It is used to express the meaning of "as well as" or "besides." For example, "In addition to studying, she works part-time."