In the following question, select the appropriate word/preposition from the given alternatives to make it a meaningful sentence:
Hope bears _________ a man in adversity.

Correct option is D

The correct option to fill in the blank is (d) up.
Explanation: The phrase “bear up” means to support or endure in difficult times. Hope strengthens and supports a man during adversity, hence “up” is the correct choice.
Grammatical rule used:
Phrasal verb “bear up” is used transitively here, meaning to sustain or help withstand difficulty.
Explanation in Hindi:
“Bear up” एक phrasal verb है जिसका अर्थ होता है “मुसीबत में साहस बनाए रखना” या “सहारा देना।” यह मुहावरेदार प्रयोग होता है।
Meanings of the other options:
· (a) Upon – Preposition meaning “on” or “over.”
· Hindi meaning: के ऊपर
· · (b) Out – Bear out means to confirm or support a claim.
· Hindi meaning: पुष्टि करना
· · (c) With – Preposition denoting company or accompaniment.
· Hindi meaning: के साथ