Question

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.
They have been good friends ____ 1978.

• A. for
• B. in
• C. since
• D. before

Answer 1

The correct option is C since

The given sentence indicates that 'They' became friends in 1978 and still are friends today. The answer must indicate the above fact. Thus, the answer must mean 'from a point in the past till now'.

Option A is incorrect. 'for' means 'during the continuance of'. For example, i have been running for two hours. Thus, it does not have the required meaning and is incorrect.

Option B is incorrect. 'in' means 'included within a period of time'. For example, in ancient times. Thus, it does not have the required meaning and is incorrect.

Option C is correct. 'since' means 'from a point in the past till now'. Thus, it has the correct meaning and is the correct answer.

Option D is incorrect. 'before' means 'prior to a certain time'. For example, submit the paper before 6 pm. Thus, it does not have the required meaning and is incorrect.