Select the correct alternative to fill in the blank with the correct preposition in the following sentence.
Rohan did not respond ______ the suggestion given by his uncle.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
Certain verbs in English are followed by specific prepositions. The verb respond is traditionally followed by the preposition to when referring to the person or thing that is the target of the response.
In the sentence 'Rohan did not respond to the suggestion...', the 'suggestion' is the thing receiving the response (or lack thereof).