Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
He was accused _______ theft.
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
In English grammar, the verb accused is followed by the fixed preposition of when specifying a crime or wrongdoing.
Correct Sentence: "He was accused of theft."
Reasoning: While you are "charged with" a crime, you are always "accused of" a crime.
Other options:
With: Used with "charged" (e.g., He was charged with theft).
By: Indicates the accuser (e.g., He was accused by the police).
Therefore, the most appropriate word to fill in the blank is ‘of’.