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Dependent Prepositions After Adjectives – Quiz 1
Dependent Prepositions After Adjectives Quiz 1 (30 MCQs)
This multiple-choice question set evaluates the understanding and application of dependent prepositions following adjectives, particularly in expressions of gratitude, emotional states, marital relationships, and states of being. It tests skills such as identifying correct prepositions in adjective phrases and recognizing appropriate preposition usage with specific adjectives.
Quiz Instructions
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1.
'This city is famous ..... its historic landmarks and cultural festivals.'
A) Of.
B) For.
C) With.
D) About.
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Explanations:
The preposition "for" is correct because it properly connects the adjective "famous" to what the city is famous
for
. Adjectives followed by a prepositional phrase typically use "for," indicating the reason or cause of the state described by the adjective.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Of - Incorrect. "Of" does not fit grammatically in this context.
Option B:
For - Correct. Indicates the reason for being famous.
Option C:
With - Incorrect. "With" is typically used to indicate possession or accompaniment, not fame.
Option D:
About - Incorrect. "About" suggests a topic of discussion rather than the cause of fame.
2.
Residents are fed up ..... the disturbance caused by the nightclub.
A) At.
B) Of.
C) For.
D) With.
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Explanations:
The preposition "with" is correctly used here because the adjective "fed up" requires a prepositional phrase to complete its meaning, indicating that residents are tired of the disturbance caused by the nightclub. The other options do not fit grammatically or semantically in this context.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
At - Incorrect; "at" does not fit with "fed up."
Option B:
Of - Incorrect; "of" would imply possession, which is not the intended meaning.
Option C:
For - Incorrect; "for" does not work in this context to express the idea of being tired of something.
Option D:
With - Correct; it properly completes the phrase indicating residents are tired of the disturbance.
3.
'My aunt is married ..... her childhood sweetheart.'
A) To.
B) About.
C) With.
D) For.
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Explanations:
The preposition "to" is the correct choice here because it is commonly used after adjectives that express a relationship, such as "married." The phrase "is married to" indicates a marital relationship between two people.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. "To" is appropriate for expressing a marital relationship.
Option B:
Incorrect. "About" does not fit grammatically or contextually in this sentence.
Option C:
Incorrect. "With" typically indicates accompaniment rather than marriage.
Option D:
Incorrect. "For" is used to indicate duration, not marital status.
4.
She was very sorry ..... all the trouble she'd caused.
A) At.
B) For.
C) About.
D) With.
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Explanations:
The preposition "for" is correct because the sentence expresses regret over the trouble caused, which is a common usage with adjectives like sorry, glad, happy, etc., followed by "for" when referring to an action or situation.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
At - Incorrect; "at" does not fit grammatically in this context.
Option B:
For - Correct; expresses the reason for regret, fitting after adjectives like sorry.
Option C:
About - Incorrect; "about" is typically used with topics or subjects, not actions causing trouble.
Option D:
With - Incorrect; "with" does not fit grammatically here to express the cause of regret.
5.
The government is reported to be concerned ..... the growing insurgency in the South.
A) About.
B) Of.
C) At.
D) With.
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Explanations:
The preposition "about" is correctly used here to express the government's concern regarding the growing insurgency in the South. Adjectives like 'concerned' are often followed by prepositions such as 'about', indicating a topic or issue of interest.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. "Concerned about" is a common phrase used to express worry or care regarding an issue.
Option B:
Incorrect. "Of" does not fit naturally in this context with the adjective 'concerned'.
Option C:
Incorrect. "At" is typically used for sudden attention or focus, not for expressing concern over an issue.
Option D:
Incorrect. "With" can be used in some contexts but does not fit as well with 'concerned' here.
6.
'He's incredibly angry ..... his roommate for not cleaning up.'
A) About.
B) With.
C) Of.
D) For.
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Explanations:
The preposition "with" is correct because it indicates the cause of anger, showing that he is angry towards his roommate due to a specific action (or lack thereof). The phrase "He's incredibly angry with his roommate for not cleaning up" means that the anger stems from the roommate’s behavior.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
About - This preposition typically indicates the subject of discussion or concern, but it does not fit well in expressing anger towards someone.
Option B:
With - Correct. Indicates the cause of anger towards someone.
Option C:
Of - This is used to show possession and does not make sense in this context.
Option D:
For - While "for" can introduce a reason, it typically follows a different structure (e.g., "He's angry for his roommate’s sake"), making "with" more appropriate here.
7.
I am not satisfied ..... my performance today.
A) With.
B) About.
C) Of.
D) For.
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Explanations:
The preposition "with" is correctly used after the adjective "satisfied" to indicate a feeling about something, in this case, one's performance today. The phrase "I am not satisfied with my performance today" means that the speaker feels their performance did not meet expectations or standards.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. "With" is appropriate after adjectives like "satisfied," indicating a feeling about something.
Option B:
Incorrect. "About" typically introduces the topic of discussion, not feelings or states of being.
Option C:
Incorrect. "Of" is used to show possession or origin but does not fit here.
Option D:
Incorrect. "For" is used to indicate purpose or reason and does not fit the context.
8.
People are bored ..... hearing politicians make promises that they never keep.
A) From.
B) Of.
C) With.
D) For.
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Explanations:
The preposition "of" is correct here because the phrase "hearing politicians make promises that they never keep" describes a situation of boredom. The adjective "bored" requires a preposition to link it logically with what people are bored
of
. Other options like "from," "with," or "for" do not fit grammatically or semantically in this context.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
From - Incorrect. "From" is typically used to indicate the source of something, which does not apply here.
Option B:
Of - Correct. "Of" links the boredom directly to the activity people are bored with.
Option C:
With - Incorrect. While "with" can be used in some contexts, it doesn't fit well here as it would imply a different relationship between the adjective and the noun phrase.
Option D:
For - Incorrect. "For" is not appropriate to express boredom in this context; it would suggest a purpose or reason for something else.
9.
Medics can be seen laughing as they removed the fish-which looks similar ..... an eel.
A) To.
B) About.
C) With.
D) For.
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Explanations:
The sentence "Medics can be seen laughing as they removed the fish-which looks similar..... an eel." requires a preposition to complete the adjectival phrase "looks similar to". The correct answer is
A) To.
This is because "similar to" is a common adjective phrase that needs the preposition "to" to be grammatically correct.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. "Similar to" requires this preposition.
Option B:
Incorrect. "About" does not fit in this context.
Option C:
Incorrect. "With" is not used with "similar".
Option D:
Incorrect. "For" is not appropriate here.
10.
'I'm absolutely excited ..... the upcoming vacation to the beach.'
A) For.
B) With.
C) On.
D) About.
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Explanations:
The preposition "about" is correct here because it follows the adjective "excited," which is often used with "about" when expressing anticipation for an event or activity. For example, one might say, "I'm excited about the upcoming vacation to the beach."
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"For" typically introduces a reason or purpose and does not fit well after "excited."
Option B:
"With" is often used with feelings of companionship, such as "I'm happy with my friends," but it doesn't suit the context here.
Option C:
"On" is generally not used after "excited." It might be correct in some contexts like "on vacation," but not directly following an adjective expressing excitement.
Option D:
"About" correctly follows the adjective "excited" to express anticipation or interest, making it the appropriate choice here.
11.
'I'm extremely pleased ..... the way you handled that difficult situation.'
A) For.
B) Of.
C) With.
D) About.
Show Answer
Explanations:
The preposition "with" is the correct choice here because it is commonly used after adjectives that express feelings, such as pleased, happy, angry, etc., to indicate the cause of that feeling. For example: I am pleased with your performance.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"For" is not typically used in this context.
Option B:
"Of" is generally used after adjectives to indicate possession or origin, such as a feeling of happiness.
Option C:
"With" is correct for expressing the cause of an emotion.
Option D:
"About" is usually followed by a topic or subject, not emotions directly.
12.
'I'm tired ..... hearing the same excuses for not completing assignments.'
A) About.
B) For.
C) Of.
D) With.
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Explanations:
The preposition "of" is correct here because the sentence expresses a feeling of being tired about something, in this case, hearing excuses. The phrase "tired of" is commonly used to express dissatisfaction with repeated experiences or actions.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
About - Incorrect. "About" does not fit the context of expressing fatigue due to repetitive actions.
Option B:
For - Incorrect. "For" is used to indicate a reason or purpose, which is not applicable here.
Option C:
Of - Correct. "Of" is appropriate for expressing tiredness regarding repeated experiences like hearing excuses.
Option D:
With - Incorrect. "With" does not fit the context of expressing fatigue due to repetitive actions.
13.
-That new haircut makes you look 10 years younger Barbara.-That's very kind ..... you.
A) For.
B) To.
C) Of.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The preposition "of" is correctly used in this context because it introduces the person who performed the action described by the adjective phrase. In English, when an adjective is followed by a noun or pronoun that performs the action of the adjective, "of" is often used to show possession or origin.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
For - Incorrect. "For" does not introduce the performer of the action.
Option B:
To - Incorrect. "To" typically indicates direction or purpose, not the performer of an adjective phrase.
Option C:
Of - Correct. Introduces the person who said the compliment ("you").
Option D:
None of the above - Incorrect. Option C is correct.
14.
'We should be more kind ..... the environment and reduce waste.'
A) With.
B) For.
C) To.
D) About.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
C) To.
After adjectives, we typically use the preposition "to" to indicate the recipient of an action or the person or thing affected by a quality described by the adjective. In this sentence, "kind" is an adjective describing the action towards the environment.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"With" is not typically used after adjectives to indicate direction or recipient of an action.
Option B:
"For" usually indicates purpose, which does not fit in this context.
Option C:
"To" correctly indicates the recipient of the kindness towards the environment.
Option D:
"About" is used to indicate a topic or subject, not the direction or recipient of an action described by an adjective.
15.
Consumers are very nervous ..... the future.
A) On.
B) At.
C) Of.
D) About.
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Explanations:
The preposition "about" is correctly used here to express uncertainty or concern regarding the future. Adjectives like "nervous" are often followed by "about" when referring to feelings about a topic or situation.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
On - Incorrect; "on" does not typically follow adjectives expressing feelings in this context.
Option B:
At - Incorrect; "at" is not used to express nervousness about something.
Option C:
Of - Incorrect; "of" would be used if the future was a specific object or concept, but here it's an abstract idea of concern.
Option D:
About - Correct; "about" is appropriate for expressing nervousness regarding the future.
16.
'Many people are interested ..... the idea of living in a different country.'
A) For.
B) With.
C) About.
D) In.
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Explanations:
The preposition "in" is correct because the sentence is expressing interest in the idea of living in a different country, which requires the use of "in" after adjectives like "interested."
Option Analysis:
Option A:
For - Incorrect. "For" does not fit grammatically here.
Option B:
With - Incorrect. "With" is used with certain prepositions but not in this context.
Option C:
About - Incorrect. "About" would be used if the sentence were about discussing or talking about living in a different country, not being interested in it.
Option D:
In - Correct. This is the proper preposition to use after "interested" when referring to an idea of doing something (like living in another country).
17.
'My sister is different ..... me in many ways, but we get along well.'
A) From.
B) For.
C) With.
D) About.
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Explanations:
The preposition "from" is correct in this sentence because it indicates a contrast between the speaker and their sister. The phrase "is different from" is commonly used to express that one person or thing has qualities not shared by another.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Indicates contrast, appropriate for adjectives like 'different'.
Option B:
Incorrect. "For" is not used to introduce a contrasting idea in this context.
Option C:
Incorrect. "With" does not fit grammatically or logically here.
Option D:
Incorrect. "About" is not relevant for expressing contrast between people.
18.
She said she was grateful ..... the support shown by the community.
A) With.
B) To.
C) About.
D) For.
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Explanations:
The preposition "for" is the correct choice here because it properly completes the adjective phrase "grateful for." Adjectives like grateful, happy, and pleased are often followed by a prepositional phrase beginning with "for."
Option Analysis:
Option A:
With - Incorrect. "With" does not fit grammatically in this context.
Option B:
To - Incorrect. "To" is typically used to indicate direction or purpose, not the reason for a feeling.
Option C:
About - Incorrect. "About" suggests a topic of discussion and does not fit here.
Option D:
For - Correct. "For" properly completes the adjective phrase expressing gratitude.
19.
Before you start your own business you should be familiar ..... the government's rules
A) For.
B) With.
C) About.
D) From.
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Explanations:
The preposition "with" is correct because it properly links the adjective "familiar" to its complement, indicating that familiarity involves knowledge of something. The phrase "be familiar with" is a common collocation in English used to express having knowledge or acquaintance with a particular subject.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
For - Incorrect. "For" does not fit grammatically here.
Option B:
With - Correct. "Be familiar with" is the proper collocation.
Option C:
About - While "be familiar about" can be used, it's less common and natural-sounding than "with."
Option D:
From - Incorrect. "From" does not fit grammatically here.
20.
Nancy chose the product because it is better ..... the environment.
A) To.
B) For.
C) About.
D) With.
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Explanations:
The preposition "for" is correctly used here to indicate the purpose of choosing the product, which is beneficial to the environment. Adjectives followed by a gerund (verb in -ing form) often require a specific preposition to complete their meaning.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"To" typically introduces infinitives and does not fit well with adjectives describing purpose.
Option B:
"For" is the correct choice as it indicates the product's benefit to the environment.
Option C:
"About" suggests a topic or subject, which is not appropriate here.
Option D:
"With" usually introduces an instrument or means and does not fit in this context.
21.
'He was so rude ..... the waitress at the restaurant.'
A) To.
B) About.
C) With.
D) For.
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Explanations:
The preposition "to" is correct because it properly connects the adjective "rude" to its object, "the waitress." In English grammar, when an adjective requires a prepositional phrase for completion, "to" is often used. For example: "He was rude
to
the waitress."
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. The preposition "to" properly connects the adjective "rude" to its object.
Option B:
Incorrect. "About" is not used to indicate an action directed towards someone or something.
Option C:
Incorrect. "With" typically indicates means, manner, or accompaniment and does not fit the context here.
Option D:
Incorrect. "For" is not appropriate in this context as it usually introduces a purpose or reason rather than indicating direction towards someone.
22.
'They live very close ..... the city center, so they can easily walk to work.'
A) About.
B) For.
C) With.
D) To.
Show Answer
Explanations:
The preposition "to" is correct because it follows the adjective "close," which in this context means living near or close to a place. Adjectives that describe location are often followed by the prepositions "near," "next to," or "to." In this case, "to" fits naturally.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
About - Incorrect. "About" is not used with adjectives of location.
Option B:
For - Incorrect. "For" does not fit the context of living near a place.
Option C:
With - Incorrect. "With" is not appropriate for describing proximity to a city center in this sentence.
Option D:
To - Correct. This preposition fits well with the adjective "close" and the context of living near the city center.
23.
It would be nice to be free ..... the shadow of her mother's overweening ambition.
A) About.
B) From.
C) With.
D) For.
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Explanations:
The preposition "from" is correct because the sentence expresses a desire to be free of something, in this case, the shadow of her mother's overweening ambition. The phrase "be free from" is commonly used to indicate liberation or release from an influence or condition.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
About - Incorrect. "Be about" does not fit the context.
Option B:
From - Correct. "Be free from" is a proper construction for this sentence.
Option C:
With - Incorrect. "With" implies association, which contradicts the intended meaning of freedom.
Option D:
For - Incorrect. "For" does not fit grammatically or contextually in this case.
24.
He is more than capable ..... playing at an international level.
A) For.
B) At.
C) Of.
D) With.
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Explanations:
The preposition "of" is correct because it follows the pattern used with adjectives that indicate capability, such as "capable," where "of" introduces the action or ability. For example: "He is capable of playing at an international level."
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"For" typically indicates purpose and does not fit this context.
Option B:
"At" alone would be incorrect in this construction.
Option C:
"Of" is correct as it properly introduces the action following the adjective "capable."
Option D:
"With" suggests accompaniment or means, which does not fit here.
25.
The fruit on the lower branches was protected ..... the sun.
A) About.
B) With.
C) For.
D) From.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
D) From.
The preposition "from" indicates that the fruit on the lower branches was protected against the sun's direct rays, meaning it kept them from being exposed to sunlight.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"About" suggests a general relation or topic, which does not fit the context of protection.
Option B:
"With" implies using something for protection, but it doesn't convey the idea of keeping away from the sun effectively.
Option C:
"For" is used to indicate purpose or reason, not a protective action against an element like sunlight.
Option D:
"From" correctly indicates that the fruit was protected against the sun's rays.
26.
They were so angry ..... the things she said about them behind their backs.
A) With.
B) For.
C) About.
D) Of.
Show Answer
Explanations:
The preposition "about" is correct because it properly connects the adjectives expressing anger to the idea of what they are angry about (the things she said behind their backs).
Option Analysis:
Option A:
With - Incorrect. "With" does not fit grammatically in this context.
Option B:
For - Incorrect. "For" is typically used to indicate a reason or purpose, which is not the case here.
Option C:
About - Correct. This preposition properly indicates the subject of their anger.
Option D:
Of - Incorrect. "Of" does not fit grammatically in this context and would imply possession or origin, which is not relevant here.
27.
'I'm so fed up ..... all the delays on this never-ending journey.'
A) About.
B) Of.
C) For.
D) With.
Show Answer
Explanations:
The preposition "with" is correct because the sentence expresses frustration with the delays and the ongoing nature of the journey. The phrase "I'm so fed up with..." is a common expression used to convey dissatisfaction or annoyance towards something, making "with" the appropriate choice here.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
About - Incorrect; "about" does not fit well in this context.
Option B:
Of - Incorrect; "of" is typically used to indicate possession or origin, which doesn't apply here.
Option C:
For - Incorrect; "for" would imply a reason or purpose, not the source of frustration in this case.
Option D:
With - Correct - Expresses the feeling of being fed up with something (the delays and journey).
28.
He was really polite ..... the restaurant staff.
A) With.
B) From.
C) To.
D) At.
Show Answer
Explanations:
The correct answer is
C) To.
Adjectives that describe a person's manner of doing something are often followed by the preposition "to." In this sentence, "polite" is an adjective describing how he behaved towards the restaurant staff. Therefore, the appropriate preposition to use is "to."
Option Analysis:
Option A:
With - Incorrect as it does not fit the grammatical structure for adjectives of manner.
Option B:
From - Incorrect as it implies a source or origin, which is not applicable here.
Option C:
To - Correct as it properly completes the adjective phrase indicating direction towards the restaurant staff.
Option D:
At - Incorrect as it does not fit the context of describing manner in this sentence.
29.
I am extremely grateful ..... all the teachers for their help.
A) About.
B) Of.
C) To.
D) For.
Show Answer
Explanations:
The preposition "to" is correctly used after adjectives that express gratitude, such as "grateful." This usage indicates the direction of the feeling towards someone or something.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
About - Incorrect. "About" does not indicate a direction of gratitude.
Option B:
Of - Incorrect. "Of" is typically used with possessive adjectives, not to express gratitude.
Option C:
To - Correct. "To" properly indicates the direction of the feeling towards the teachers.
Option D:
For - Incorrect. While "for" can be used in some contexts with gratitude (e.g., "I am grateful for your help"), it is not the most appropriate choice here as it does not indicate the direction of the feeling.
30.
He became internationally famous ..... his novels.
A) About.
B) With.
C) For.
D) To.
Show Answer
Explanations:
The preposition "for" is correct because it properly indicates the reason for his international fame, which is his novels. The phrase "He became internationally famous for his novels" means that his novels were the cause or reason of his fame.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
About - This preposition does not fit well in this context as it would imply a general topic rather than a specific reason for fame.
Option B:
With - While "with" can be used to indicate possession or accompaniment, it is not the appropriate choice here to express the cause of his fame.
Option C:
For - This preposition correctly expresses that his novels were the reason for his international fame.
Option D:
To - "To" typically indicates direction or purpose, and it does not fit well in this context to express the cause of his fame.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are dependent prepositions after adjectives?
Dependent prepositions after adjectives are prepositions that follow certain adjectives to complete the meaning of a phrase, such as "interesting in" or "fond of." These prepositional phrases provide additional information about the adjective.
How do dependent prepositions after adjectives differ from other types of prepositions?
Dependent prepositions after adjectives are specific to certain adjectives and cannot be used with any noun, whereas independent prepositions can be used more freely in sentences. The use of these prepositions is crucial for the correct meaning and structure of the sentence.
Why are dependent prepositions after adjectives important to learn?
Understanding dependent prepositions after adjectives is important because they help in constructing grammatically correct and meaningful sentences. Mastery of these structures enhances clarity and precision in written and spoken English.
Can you give an example of a sentence using dependent prepositions after adjectives?
Certainly. The phrase "interested in" is a common example, as in "She is interested in science." Here, "in" is the dependent preposition that completes the meaning of the adjective "interested."
How can I practice recognizing and using dependent prepositions after adjectives?
Practice by reading texts that use these structures, paying attention to how the prepositions are used with specific adjectives. You can also create your own sentences or find exercises online that focus on this grammatical concept.