Correct Answer:
B. Down
The sentence "His health is broken ___ due to hard work" requires a phrasal verb that means to suffer a physical or mental collapse, or to deteriorate significantly. The phrasal verb "break down" fits this meaning perfectly in the context of health. When someone's health "breaks down," it means they become ill or their health fails. Option B, "Down," completes the phrasal verb "broken down," indicating a collapse or failure of health.
- Option A, "Up," in "break up," usually refers to ending a relationship or separating into pieces.
- Option C, "Into," in "break into," means to enter a place by force or to suddenly start doing something.
- Option D, "Out," in "break out," means to escape, to erupt (like a rash), or to start suddenly.
Understanding the specific meanings of phrasal verbs is essential for choosing the correct preposition to convey the intended meaning of health deterioration.