JAMB Use of English 1985 Question 100

Question 100

Prepositions

He received a pat...... the back for his brilliant success in the examination

  1. A.by
  2. B.at
  3. C.in
  4. D.on
  5. E.for
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (on)

Explanation

'A pat on the back' is a fixed phrase meaning praise.