UI Post-UTME Use of English 2013 Question 4

Question 4

Prepositions

Choose the option that best fills the gap or gaps: He showered praises ________ the outgoing chairman

  1. A.upon
  2. B.at
  3. C.for
  4. D.over
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: A (upon)

Explanation

One showers praise 'on' or 'upon' someone.