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Prepositions After Verbs, Adjectives, And Before Nouns – Quiz 1
Prepositions After Verbs, Adjectives, And Before Nouns Quiz 1 (21 MCQs)
This multiple-choice question set evaluates the correct usage of prepositions after verbs, adjectives, and before nouns. It assesses skills such as choosing appropriate prepositions in context, understanding "in" with adjectives, and using prepositions correctly in academic contexts.
Quiz Instructions
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1.
Choose the best answer:I prefer holidays ..... school days.
A) To.
B) With.
C) Under.
D) From.
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Explanations:
The preposition "to" is correctly used here to indicate a preference for one thing over another. In this context, "I prefer holidays to school days" means that the speaker enjoys holidays more than they enjoy school days.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. "To" is appropriate when expressing a preference between two things.
Option B:
Incorrect. "With" does not fit grammatically or contextually in this sentence.
Option C:
Incorrect. "Under" is not used to express preferences in this manner.
Option D:
Incorrect. "From" would imply a negative relationship, which is not the intended meaning here.
2.
Choose the best answer:I can provide you ..... the food for the party.
A) On.
B) At.
C) With.
D) Of.
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Explanations:
"Provide... with" is the correct preposition to use in this context because it indicates the means by which something can be given. The sentence "I can provide you with the food for the party" correctly uses "with" to show that providing the food involves giving or supplying it.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"On" is incorrect as it does not fit grammatically in this context.
Option B:
"At" is also incorrect; it would be used to indicate a location, not the means of providing something.
Option C:
"With" is correct as explained above.
Option D:
"Of" is incorrect because it does not properly link the action of providing with the object (the food).
3.
Choose the best answer:We all rely ..... dad to clean the house and do the laundry.
A) Of.
B) For.
C) On.
D) At.
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Explanations:
We all rely
on
dad to clean the house and do the laundry.
"Rely on" is a common phrase used when depending on someone for something. The correct preposition after "rely" in this context is "on."
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Of - Incorrect. "Of" does not fit grammatically or logically with "rely."
Option B:
For - Incorrect. "For" would be used to indicate purpose, e.g., "We rely on dad for help," but it doesn't fit the sentence structure here.
Option C:
On - Correct. This is the proper preposition to use with "rely."
Option D:
At - Incorrect. "At" does not make sense in this context and would be used for different verbs, such as "We are at dad's house."
4.
Choose the best answer:I haven't played basketball for years so I'm out ..... practice.
A) On.
B) Of.
C) For.
D) With.
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Explanations:
The preposition "of" is correct here because the phrase "out of practice" is a common idiom meaning that one has not been doing something for a while and thus lacks current proficiency in it. This usage directly relates to the concept of prepositions used after verbs, adjectives, or before nouns.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"On" is incorrect as there's no common phrase using "out on practice."
Option B:
"Of" is correct for the idiom "out of practice."
Option C:
"For" would imply a duration, which doesn't fit the idiom.
Option D:
"With" does not make sense in this context.
5.
We are going ..... a trip this Christmas!
A) In.
B) On.
C) Around.
D) To.
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Explanations:
The preposition "on" is correctly used here to indicate the timing of the trip, specifically during Christmas. This usage aligns with the common phrase "go on a trip," where "on" specifies the time or occasion.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
In - Typically used for longer periods like seasons (in summer).
Option B:
On - Correct, indicating timing of the event.
Option C:
Around - Often used to indicate a general area or time frame but not specific enough here.
Option D:
To - Used for direction or destination, not timing.
6.
Choose the best answer:I wish I was good ..... playing the piano, all my family has at least grade 8!
A) At.
B) For.
C) Of.
D) On.
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Explanations:
The preposition "at" is correctly used here to indicate the activity of playing an instrument, such as the piano. This usage is common in English when referring to skills and activities.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. "At" is appropriate for expressing the skill or activity of playing the piano.
Option B:
Incorrect. "For" typically indicates purpose, not an ongoing action like playing an instrument.
Option C:
Incorrect. "Of" is used to show possession or origin and does not fit here.
Option D:
Incorrect. "On" is generally used for surfaces or specific times, not for describing skills in this context.
7.
The subject leader is responsible ..... the collection of homework.
A) To.
B) For.
C) On.
D) With.
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Explanations:
The preposition "for" is correctly used here to indicate the purpose of the subject leader's responsibility, which is managing the collection of homework.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"To" typically introduces infinitive verbs and does not fit well in this context.
Option B:
"For" correctly indicates the purpose or responsibility, making it the right choice.
Option C:
"On" is used to indicate a surface or occasion and does not fit here.
Option D:
"With" suggests accompaniment or means, which is not applicable in this context.
8.
Choose the best answer:This beach reminds me ..... the one in Thailand, they are both tranquil and breathtaking.
A) To.
B) From.
C) With.
D) Of.
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Explanations:
The preposition "of" is used to show a relationship of origin, source, or association. In this context, saying "This beach reminds me of the one in Thailand" indicates that the speaker associates the current beach with the Thai beach based on their similarities.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
To - Incorrect. "To" is typically used to indicate direction or purpose.
Option B:
From - Incorrect. "From" indicates origin but not association in this context.
Option C:
With - Incorrect. "With" suggests accompaniment or possession, not association based on similarity.
Option D:
Of - Correct. "Of" is used to show that the beach being described has characteristics similar to those of a beach in Thailand.
9.
Choose the best answer:The students are protesting ..... an extra dictation.
A) Of.
B) Against.
C) With.
D) For.
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Explanations:
The preposition "against" is the correct choice here because students are protesting
in opposition to
something, in this case, an extra dictation. This usage indicates a sense of disagreement or resistance.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Of - Incorrect. "Of" does not fit the context of protest.
Option B:
Against - Correct. Indicates opposition or resistance to something.
Option C:
With - Incorrect. "With" would imply support or accompaniment, which is not the meaning of a protest.
Option D:
For - Incorrect. "For" suggests agreement or support, which contradicts the context of a protest.
10.
Choose the best answer:The teacher asked if we are interested ..... becoming a prefect.
A) About.
B) With.
C) In.
D) For.
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Explanations:
The preposition "in" is the correct choice here because it properly follows the verb "interested" and precedes the noun phrase "becoming a prefect." This construction indicates involvement or participation in an activity, which is appropriate for expressing interest in becoming something.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
About - Incorrect. "About" does not fit grammatically after "interested" in this context.
Option B:
With - Incorrect. "With" is typically used to indicate accompaniment or association, which doesn't fit the context of interest here.
Option C:
In - Correct. This preposition fits grammatically and semantically in this sentence.
Option D:
For - Incorrect. "For" is not appropriate after "interested" to indicate a future state or role like becoming a prefect.
11.
Choose the best answer:We thought the fire was an accident, but after investigation, we found out that it was done ..... purpose.
A) In.
B) About.
C) On.
D) Of.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
D) Of.
The phrase "done of purpose" means the fire was intentionally set, which fits the context of the sentence. Other prepositions do not fit grammatically or semantically in this context.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"In" is incorrect as it does not make sense to say a fire was done "in purpose."
Option B:
"About" is incorrect because it would imply the fire was related to or concerning purpose, which is not the intended meaning.
Option C:
"On" is incorrect as it does not fit grammatically in this context and does not convey the intended meaning of intentional action.
Option D:
"Of" is correct because "done of purpose" means the fire was intentionally set, which aligns with the investigation findings.
12.
Choose the best answer:I want to buy this necklace but there is no price tag on it. Let me ask if it is ..... sale.
A) On.
B) At.
C) For.
D) In.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
C) For.
When asking about the price of an item, you would use "for" to introduce the price. The sentence should read: "Let me ask if it is for sale."
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"On" is typically used with specific events or occasions (e.g., on vacation), not for introducing prices.
Option B:
"At" can be correct in some contexts, but it's more commonly used to indicate a location rather than the price of an item. For example: "Is it at sale?" is less common and might sound awkward here.
Option C:
"For" correctly introduces the price or cost (e.g., for $10, for sale).
Option D:
"In" is used to indicate a category or state but not for introducing prices. For example: "in stock," "in use."
13.
Jamie succeeded ..... inventing the machine.
A) In.
B) At.
C) Of.
D) On.
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Explanations:
The preposition "in" is correctly used after the verb "succeeded" in this context, as it indicates the completion of an action related to inventing a machine. The phrase "succeeded in inventing" means that Jamie successfully completed the task of creating or developing the machine.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. "Succeeded in" is the appropriate preposition to use after the verb "succeeded."
Option B:
Incorrect. "At" would be used if indicating a specific activity or field, e.g., "succeeded at inventing."
Option C:
Incorrect. "Of" is not typically used with the verb "succeeded."
Option D:
Incorrect. "On" would be used to indicate a specific project or topic, e.g., "succeeded on inventing," which sounds awkward in this context.
14.
Choose the best answer:Ben suffers ..... asthma, so he cannot join most PE classes.
A) From.
B) About.
C) With.
D) In.
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Explanations:
"Ben suffers
from
asthma, so he cannot join most PE classes." is correct because "suffer from" is a common phrase used to indicate that someone has an illness or condition. The other prepositions do not fit grammatically or idiomatically in this context.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
From - Correct. "Suffer from" is the appropriate phrase.
Option B:
About - Incorrect. "About" does not fit with "suffers."
Option C:
With - Incorrect. "With" would imply Ben has asthma as a companion, which is not the intended meaning.
Option D:
In - Incorrect. "In" does not work here to indicate having an illness.
15.
Choose the best answer:Elon Musk is famous ..... his gigantic fortune.
A) On.
B) About.
C) Of.
D) For.
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Explanations:
The preposition "for" is the correct choice here because it properly indicates the reason for Elon Musk's fame, which is his gigantic fortune.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
On - Incorrect. "On" does not fit grammatically in this context.
Option B:
About - While "about" can sometimes be used to indicate a topic, it is less precise than "for" when specifying the reason for fame.
Option C:
Of - Incorrect. "Of" does not fit grammatically in this context and would imply possession rather than the cause of fame.
Option D:
For - Correct. "For" is used to indicate the purpose or reason, making it the best choice here.
16.
Choose the best answer:I don't want to be here but my mom insisted ..... going shopping.
A) In.
B) With.
C) On.
D) About.
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Explanations:
The preposition "on" is correctly used here to indicate the activity of going shopping, which follows a verb phrase expressing insistence or reluctance ("insisted...going"). This usage is common in English when talking about activities or actions.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
In - Incorrect. "In" does not fit grammatically here.
Option B:
With - Incorrect. "With" would be used to indicate accompaniment, e.g., "my mom insisted on going shopping with me."
Option C:
On - Correct. This is the proper preposition for this context.
Option D:
About - Incorrect. "About" would be used to indicate a topic or subject, e.g., "my mom insisted on going shopping about clothes."
17.
Choose the best answer:The student has trouble coping ..... stress.
A) With.
B) For.
C) Of.
D) To.
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Explanations:
The preposition "with" is correctly used after the verb "cope" when referring to dealing with a situation, such as stress. The phrase "cope with" means to deal successfully with (a difficult or unpleasant situation).
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. "Cope with" is the proper construction.
Option B:
Incorrect. "For" does not fit grammatically in this context.
Option C:
Incorrect. "Of" does not fit grammatically in this context.
Option D:
Incorrect. "To" does not fit grammatically in this context.
18.
Choose the best answer:Your plan sounds good ..... theory, but we have to test it first to see if it works.
A) To.
B) On.
C) With.
D) In.
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Explanations:
The preposition "in" is correctly used here to indicate the context of the plan being discussed in a theoretical sense before practical testing. The phrase "in theory" means that something is considered true or valid according to general principles, but not necessarily proven by practice.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
To - Incorrect as it does not fit grammatically or contextually.
Option B:
On - Incorrect as it is not the appropriate preposition for this context.
Option C:
With - Incorrect as it would imply using something, which is not the intended meaning here.
Option D:
In - Correctly used to indicate the theoretical context of the plan before practical testing.
19.
Choose the best answer:Professor Ko specialises ..... educational psychology.
A) In.
B) From.
C) At.
D) On.
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Explanations:
The preposition "in" is correctly used to indicate specialization in a field, such as educational psychology. This usage shows that Professor Ko has expertise within the subject area of educational psychology.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. "Specialises in" is a common and correct phrase for indicating expertise in a particular field.
Option B:
Incorrect. "From" does not fit grammatically or contextually here.
Option C:
Incorrect. "At" would imply location rather than specialization.
Option D:
Incorrect. "On" is typically used for topics of discussion, not specialization.
20.
Choose the best answer:Jessie apologised ..... being late to class.
A) For.
B) In.
C) On.
D) With.
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Explanations:
The preposition "for" is correctly used after the verb "apologise." When apologising for something, "for" indicates the reason of the apology.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. "For being late to class" is a proper construction.
Option B:
Incorrect. "In" does not fit grammatically here.
Option C:
Incorrect. "On" is not appropriate in this context.
Option D:
Incorrect. "With" is not the correct preposition for apologising.
21.
Choose the best answer:She was ..... the impression that her classmates do not like her, but it is not true.
A) On.
B) Under.
C) For.
D) In.
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Explanations:
The preposition "under" is used to indicate that something is below another thing, often with a sense of being hidden or not obvious. In this context, the sentence suggests that she is unintentionally giving off an impression that her classmates do not like her, but it is not true. The word "under" fits well here as it implies that this impression is beneath or behind her actions or behavior.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
On - This preposition does not fit the context of giving off an impression.
Option B:
Under - Correct. It indicates a hidden or unintentional impression.
Option C:
For - This preposition is used to indicate purpose, which does not fit here.
Option D:
In - While "in" can be used with some adjectives, it does not fit the context of giving off an impression in this sentence.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are prepositions after verbs and adjectives?
Prepositions after verbs and adjectives are words that show the relationship between a noun or pronoun and other parts of the sentence. They help to clarify how actions, states, or qualities relate to people, places, things, or ideas.
Can you give an example of prepositions used after verbs?
Certainly! For instance, in the sentence "She relies on her friends," the preposition 'on' is used to show the relationship between the verb 'rely' and the noun phrase 'her friends.'
How do prepositions help in sentences?
Prepositions provide essential information about the position, direction, or relationship between people, places, things, and ideas. They are crucial for making sentences clear and meaningful by indicating how different elements interact within a sentence.
What is the difference between prepositions of time and other types?
Prepositions of time, such as 'in,' 'on,' and 'at,' are used to indicate when something happens. Other types of prepositions might describe location or direction, like 'under,' 'over,' or 'between.' Both serve different roles in expressing relationships within sentences.
Why is it important to understand prepositions after verbs and adjectives?
Understanding these prepositions enhances clarity and precision in writing and speaking. It helps ensure that the intended meaning of sentences is accurately conveyed, avoiding ambiguity and improving communication.