Select the correct alternative to fill in the blank with the correct preposition in the following sentence.
Mr. Saxena was accused ______ theft from the museum.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
In English grammar, the verb accused is conventionally followed by the preposition of when identifying the crime or wrongdoing.
Therefore, the most appropriate word that fits in the blank is ‘of’.
Complete sentence:
Mr. Saxena was accused of theft from the museum.