Choose the word or expression which best completes each sentence.
The policemen who were to keep watch connived ____________ the robber's escape.
A. with B. at C. to D. for
Correct Answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is A.
Explanation: The sentence "The policemen who were to keep watch connived ____________ the robber's escape." uses the verb "connived", which is typically followed by the preposition "with" when referring to plotting or scheming in collaboration.
- A. with is correct because it implies that the policemen were involved in a scheme with someone (likely the robber) to allow the escape.
Other options: - B. at: This preposition does not fit with "connived" in the context of scheming or plotting. - C. to: This preposition is incorrect because "connived" is not used with "to" in this context. - D. for: This preposition is not appropriate for the verb "connived" in this context.
Thus, "with" is the correct preposition to complete the sentence.
