Which of the phrases (A), (B), (C) and (D) given below each sentences should replace the phrase printed in bold in the sentence to make it grammatically correct? If the sentence is correct as it is given and No Correction is Required, mark (E) as the answer.
He covered the expensive furniture at sheet before he started painting the ceiling.
A. with sheet ahead B. with sheet before C. in sheet prior D. in sheet earlier E. No Correction Required
Correct Answer: B
Explanation
'Before' is the obvious word as furniture should be covered prior to painting and it must be covered with sheets. Thus, the correct preposition to be used is 'with'.
