Question

Fate smiles ____ those who untiringly grapple with the stark realities of life.

• A. with
• B. over
• C. on
• D. round

Hint:

Learn common idiomatic expressions as fixed phrases—preposition choice often changes meaning entirely.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Step 1: Identify the correct idiomatic usage.
The phrase “Fate smiles on someone” is a common English idiom meaning fate favors or blesses someone.
Step 2: Test the options in the sentence.
- “Smiles with” — awkward, non-idiomatic.
- “Smiles over” — incorrect in this context.
- “Smiles on” — correct idiomatic expression.
- “Smiles round” — does not fit.
Step 3: Final selection.
The only correct and natural-sounding choice is “on,” making the sentence: “Fate smiles on those who untiringly grapple with the stark realities of life.”
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