Correct Answer:
C. to
Prepositions are words that indicate relationships between other words, often showing direction, location, time, or manner. The choice of preposition is crucial for conveying the intended meaning accurately.
- The correct option is to. The preposition "to" indicates direction or purpose. In this context, "The cat ran to a new toy" implies movement towards the toy with the intention of reaching or interacting with it.
- Distractors: "Over" suggests running on top of or across something. "By" suggests running past or near something, implying proximity rather than direct movement towards. "With" suggests accompanying something or using something, which does not fit the action of running towards an object.