He _ a fortune when his father passed away.
Correct answer: A. came by
- A. came by
- B. came up
- C. came out
- D. came down
Explanation
The correct answer is 'came by,' which means to acquire or obtain something, particularly in an unexpected manner. In this context, it refers to inheriting a fortune after the father's passing. The other options are incorrect because they do not convey the act of acquiring wealth. 'Came up' suggests something arising or being mentioned, 'came out' indicates something becoming known, and 'came down' implies a physical descent, none of which align with the intended meaning in the sentence.
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