Direction: In these questions, sentences are given with blanks to be filled in with an appropriate word(s). Four alternatives are suggested for each question. Choose the correct alternative out of the four alternatives.
You have all come well prepared. I __ you to pass this exam.

Options

A. 1) wish
B. 2) except
C. 3) hope
D. 4) expect

Answer

A

Explanation

expect (Verb): to look forward to the probable occurrence
wish (Verb) : to want or desire
hope (Verb) : to wish for a particular event that one considers possible
Hope can be used in the Passive in the form it is hoped that
Here, expect is the right usage.