2023 · Q40
In this section, each of the following sentences has a blank space followed by four options. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
________ rope ladders they scaled the wall.
EnglishPrepositions and Determiners
- ABy means of
- BThroughout the
- CFor the sake of
- DBy way
Explanation
The sentence describes scaling the wall with the help of rope ladders. 'By means of' (A) means 'with the help of' or 'using', correctly indicating the instrument used. 'Throughout the' (b) indicates extent, 'for the sake of' (c) shows purpose, and 'by way' (d) is incomplete. The context requires a phrase showing the method used to climb. Therefore option A is correct. Cross-checked with Oswaal CDS Yearwise Solved Papers.