Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
I always prefer a small, cosy cottage ______ a high-rise apartment.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. to.
Context: The sentence compares two living options. The blank must use the correct preposition to show preference.
Meaning of the words:
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for – indicates purpose, not preference
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from – indicates origin, not preference
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to – used to indicate preference over something → correct
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than – used in comparisons of adjectives, not with 'prefer'
Correct word: to
Final Sentence: I always prefer a small, cosy cottage to a high-rise apartment.
Hence, the chosen option is correct.