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After winning the national debate competition, the principal congratulated the students _____ their outstanding performance. Which preposition correctly completes the sentence?

  1. onAnswer
  2. B
    for
  3. C
    about
  4. D
    with

Answer

The correct preposition is 'on'.
The verb 'congratulate' standardly governs the preposition 'on' when expressing praise or commendation for an accomplishment.

Step-by-Step Solution

1
Identify the head verb in the sentence
The verb governing the preposition is 'congratulated'.
Dependent prepositions are determined by the specific verb that precedes them.
2
Determine the standard dependent preposition for 'congratulate'
In formal Standard English, one congratulates someone 'on' an achievement.
The verb 'congratulate' strictly collocates with 'on'.

Key Concept

Dependent prepositions following specific verbs
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Prepositions and Prepositional Phrases

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