Question

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.
I don't believe a word you're saying. I think you've made the whole thing ________.

• A. for
• B. up
• C. out
• D. down

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

up

Option B is the correct answer because the preposition 'up' is added to the verb 'made' to form the phrasal verb 'made up' which means to invent an explanation for something, especially in order to avoid being punished or embarrassed

Note that the prepositions provided in the options are added to the verb 'made' so as to form different phrasal verbs. Phrasal verbs are basically multi-word verbs.

Options A, C and D are incorrect because 'made for' means to move towards a place, 'made out' means to see, hear, or understand someone or something with difficulty and 'made down' means to prepare (a folding berth) for night occupancy.