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Verb + Preposition – Quiz 1
Verb + Preposition Quiz 1 (30 MCQs)
This multiple-choice question set evaluates the correct usage of common verb-preposition pairs, particularly in city contexts and sentence completion. It covers skills such as understanding prepositional phrases indicating reasons for actions, directional relationships between verbs and their objects, and subject-verb-object order in sentences.
Quiz Instructions
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1.
I thanked everyone ..... helping me.
A) For.
B) From.
C) About.
D) To.
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Explanations:
The preposition "for" is correctly used in the sentence to indicate the purpose of the action (thanking). The phrase "I thanked everyone for helping me" means that you are expressing gratitude because of their assistance.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. "For" indicates the reason or cause of the thanking.
Option B:
Incorrect. "From" would imply a source, not a reason for the action.
Option C:
Incorrect. "About" suggests a topic or subject, not an action's purpose.
Option D:
Incorrect. "To" is used to indicate direction or recipient, not the cause of an action.
2.
You should comply ..... the school rules.
A) About.
B) To.
C) In.
D) With.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
D) With.
The verb "comply" requires the preposition "with" to indicate that one is adhering to a set of rules, regulations, or instructions. This usage follows standard English grammar rules for verbs like "agree," "conform," and "obey."
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"About" is incorrect because it does not properly link the verb "comply" to the object (school rules).
Option B:
"To" is typically used with verbs like "apply," but not with "comply."
Option C:
"In" is incorrect as it does not fit grammatically or semantically in this context.
Option D:
"With" is correct and necessary to properly form the sentence, indicating adherence to the rules.
3.
Pride himself on the loyalty to his friends
A) On.
B) For.
C) With.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The preposition "on" is correctly used in the sentence to indicate that Pride takes pride specifically in his loyalty to his friends. This usage shows a state or condition of being proud about something.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. "On" properly indicates the state of being proud regarding loyalty.
Option B:
Incorrect. "For" would imply a reason or purpose, not a state of pride.
Option C:
Incorrect. "With" is typically used to indicate accompaniment or possession, not pride in something.
Option D:
Incorrect. There is a correct answer among the options provided.
4.
Take care of my younger brother
A) Off.
B) Of.
C) For.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The preposition "of" is correctly used in this context to show possession or association, meaning that the speaker is responsible for taking care of their younger brother.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect. "Off" does not fit grammatically here.
Option B:
Correct. "Of" indicates responsibility or association, fitting the context well.
Option C:
Incorrect. "For" would imply a purpose rather than direct care-taking responsibility.
Option D:
Incorrect. At least one correct option exists.
5.
She doesn't believe ..... magic
A) In.
B) With.
C) About.
D) For.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
A) In.
The phrase "She doesn't believe in magic" is a common expression indicating that the subject does not have faith or acceptance of magic as a real phenomenon. Here, "in" is used to indicate belief in something abstract like magic.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. "In" is appropriate for expressing belief in an abstract concept.
Option B:
Incorrect. "With" is typically used with prepositional phrases indicating accompaniment or association, not belief.
Option C:
Incorrect. "About" suggests a topic of discussion rather than belief.
Option D:
Incorrect. "For" is generally used to indicate purpose or reason, not belief in abstract concepts.
6.
I just thought ..... an old friend from high school.
A) Of.
B) About.
C) All the above.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The phrase "I just thought ... an old friend from high school" implies a transition to thinking about something, which is best expressed with the preposition "about." The correct answer given (A) "Of" is incorrect because "of" does not fit grammatically or contextually in this sentence.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect. "Of" does not fit the context of thinking about something.
Option B:
Correct. "About" is the appropriate preposition to use when indicating a thought or consideration of someone or something.
Option C:
Incorrect. This option includes an incorrect answer and an additional irrelevant one, making it invalid.
Option D:
Incorrect. All correct options are present in the other choices.
7.
Object to a teacher
A) For.
B) To.
C) Against.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The phrase "Object to a teacher" is grammatically correct when using the preposition "to." In English, the verb "object" often requires the preposition "to" followed by the person or thing that one is opposing. Therefore, option B) To is the correct answer.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
For - Incorrect; "for" does not typically follow "object."
Option B:
To - Correct; it is the proper preposition to use with "object."
Option C:
Against - While "against" can be used in some contexts, it is not the standard preposition for "object."
Option D:
None of the above - Incorrect; option B is correct.
8.
Have you heard ..... my cousin's new baby?
A) Of.
B) About.
C) All the above.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The preposition "about" is the correct choice in this context because it properly connects the verb "heard" to the topic of conversation, which is your cousin's new baby. The phrase "have you heard about..." is a common and grammatically correct way to introduce a topic or news item.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Of - Incorrect. "Of" does not fit the context of introducing a topic.
Option B:
About - Correct. This is the proper preposition to use when introducing a topic or news item.
Option C:
All the above - Incorrect. Only "about" fits the context correctly.
Option D:
None of the above - Incorrect. "About" is the correct choice.
9.
Why do you think people shout ..... each other?
A) At.
B) In.
C) To.
D) For.
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Explanations:
Verb prepositions are used to show the relationship between a verb and its object, indicating direction, location, or purpose. In the phrase "shout at each other," the verb "shout" is followed by the preposition "at," which indicates the direction of the action (towards others). This usage correctly conveys that people are shouting in the direction of one another.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. The phrase "shout at each other" uses "at" to indicate the direction or target of the action.
Option B:
Incorrect. "In" would imply being inside something, which is not the intended meaning here.
Option C:
Incorrect. "To" typically indicates a goal or destination but does not fit the context as well as "at."
Option D:
Incorrect. "For" suggests a purpose or reason, which is not applicable in this context.
10.
What do you do to get regular podcasts or updates?
A) Download.
B) Write.
C) Subscribe.
D) Upload.
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Explanations:
Subscribing is the correct method for receiving regular podcasts or updates because it automatically keeps you informed whenever new content is available from your chosen sources, ensuring you do not miss any episodes or information.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Downloading involves manually obtaining each podcast or update one by one. This method does not ensure regularity and can be time-consuming.
Option B:
Writing is the act of creating content, which is unrelated to receiving podcasts or updates from others.
Option C:
Subscribe (correct answer) ensures you receive new episodes or updates automatically as they become available. This method is efficient and keeps you informed regularly.
Option D:
Uploading involves sharing content, which does not address the need for regular reception of podcasts or updates from others.
11.
She is thinking of changing her job. Identify the verb + preposition + ing in this sentence.
A) Thinking by changing.
B) Thinking at changing.
C) Thinking of changing.
D) Thinking for changing.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
C) Thinking of changing.
In this sentence, "thinking" is the verb, and it is followed by the preposition "of," which introduces the gerund (verb form ending in -ing) "changing." This structure is grammatically correct and commonly used to express an idea or action being considered.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect. The verb "thinking" does not require "by" before a gerund.
Option B:
Incorrect. The preposition "at" is not used with the structure of thinking about doing something.
Option C:
Correct. This follows the proper grammatical structure for expressing an idea or action being considered.
Option D:
Incorrect. The preposition "for" is not used in this context.
12.
I really want to ..... your club. I love art so much.
A) Struggle with.
B) Participate in.
C) Dream of.
D) Worry about.
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Explanations:
"Participate in" is the correct choice because it logically fits with the context of wanting to join a club and expressing love for art. The phrase "participate in your club" means to take part or engage in the activities of the club, which aligns well with the speaker's desire.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Struggle with does not fit because it implies difficulty or conflict, which is unrelated to joining a club out of love for art.
Option B:
Participate in is correct as explained above.
Option C:
Dream of suggests having aspirations but not necessarily taking action, which does not fit the context of actively wanting to join the club.
Option D:
Worry about implies concern or anxiety, which is irrelevant in this context where the speaker expresses enthusiasm for art and joining a club.
13.
What are you good ..... ?
A) On.
B) About.
C) In.
D) At.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
D) At.
The phrase "What are you good at..." is a common expression used to inquire about someone's skills, abilities, or areas of expertise. This structure uses the preposition "at" after the verb "good," which is grammatically correct in English.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
On - Incorrect as "on" does not pair with "good" to form a natural expression.
Option B:
About - While "about" can be used, it is less common and formal compared to "at." The phrase "What are you good about..." sounds awkward in this context.
Option C:
In - Incorrect as "in" does not pair with "good" to form a natural expression for asking about skills or abilities.
Option D:
At - Correct, forming the phrase "What are you good at..." which is grammatically and naturally correct in English.
14.
It took us a long time, but we finally succeeded ..... the problem.
A) In solving.
B) To solve.
C) With solving.
D) Solving.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
A) In solving.
The phrase "in solving" indicates the process of addressing and resolving the problem, which fits grammatically with the sentence structure. Using "to solve" (Option B) would require a different verb form or additional words to fit properly in this context.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Indicates the action of solving as a process.
Option B:
Incorrect. Requires "to" before the infinitive form, e.g., "in order to solve."
Option C:
Incorrect. "With solving" suggests using tools or methods rather than the action itself.
Option D:
Incorrect. Missing preposition and article, making it incomplete in this context.
15.
I'm ..... Tom. Have you seen him anywhere?
A) Looking about.
B) Looking for.
C) Looking.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The sentence "I'm ..... Tom. Have you seen him anywhere?" is incomplete, but the context suggests that Tom is looking for someone. The phrase "looking for" indicates an action of searching or seeking, which fits well with the context of asking if someone has seen a person.
Option B) Looking for is correct because it accurately describes the action implied in the sentence.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Looking about means to look around, but it doesn't specifically imply searching or seeking.
Option B:
Looking for indicates an active search or seeking, which fits the context well.
Option C:
Looking is a general term and does not convey the sense of actively searching.
Option D:
None of the above would be incorrect since option B is correct.
16.
Bring complain ..... my attention
A) To.
B) On.
C) At.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The preposition "to" is correctly used in the phrase "bring to attention," which means to make someone aware of a matter. This construction indicates the direction or purpose of the action, directing it towards the recipient's awareness.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. "Bring complain to my attention" uses "to" appropriately.
Option B:
Incorrect. "On" is not used with this verb-preposition combination.
Option C:
Incorrect. "At" does not fit the context of bringing something to someone's notice.
Option D:
Incorrect. There is a correct answer among the options provided.
17.
Things have been so busy, I just need to ..... a few days and relax.
A) Move to.
B) Travel around.
C) Think about.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The sentence "Things have been so busy, I just need to ..... a few days and relax." requires a verb that can be followed by the preposition "for" with a period of time. The correct answer is
B) Travel around.
This option fits grammatically as it can take the preposition "for," such as "I need to travel around for a few days and relax." Other options do not fit this structure.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Move to. - Incorrect, does not follow with "for" + time.
Option B:
Travel around. - Correct, can be followed by "for a few days."
Option C:
Think about. - Incorrect, typically follows "about" or "over," not "for."
Option D:
None of the above. - Incorrect, as Option B is correct.
18.
They are ..... the movie that we watched yesterday
A) Talking about.
B) Going to.
C) Thinking about.
D) Listening to.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
A) Talking about.
The phrase "They are talking about the movie that we watched yesterday" indicates an ongoing conversation related to a past event, which fits grammatically and contextually with the preposition "about."
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Indicates current discussion of a previous topic.
Option B:
Incorrect. "Going to" implies future plans, not ongoing conversation about past events.
Option C:
Incorrect. "Thinking about" suggests mental consideration rather than verbal discussion.
Option D:
Incorrect. "Listening to" indicates passive action of hearing without speaking or discussing.
19.
He accused me ..... telling lies.
A) For.
B) Against.
C) About.
D) Of.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
D) Of.
In English, the preposition "of" is used to indicate an action that one person accuses another of performing. For example: He accused me **of** telling lies.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"For" typically indicates a purpose or reason and does not fit in this context.
Option B:
"Against" suggests opposition or resistance, which is not the intended meaning here.
Option C:
"About" means concerning or regarding, but it doesn't fit grammatically with "accused me."
Option D:
"Of" correctly indicates that he accused you of performing an action (telling lies).
20.
We need to respond ..... any questions as soon as possible.
A) From.
B) For.
C) To.
D) About.
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Explanations:
The preposition "to" is correctly used in the context of responding to questions, as it indicates the direction or purpose of the response. The phrase "respond to any questions" means that responses should be directed towards addressing those questions.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
From - Incorrect; "from" does not indicate the direction of a response.
Option B:
For - Incorrect; "for" suggests a purpose but not the direction of an action like responding to questions.
Option C:
To - Correct; "to" indicates the direction or target of the response, which is appropriate in this context.
Option D:
About - Incorrect; "about" suggests a topic but not the act of responding directly to questions.
21.
Name ..... the grandpa
A) After.
B) On.
C) With.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The correct answer is
A) After.
The phrase "name the grandpa" implies an action (naming) that follows a certain context, such as being asked to name someone. In this case, "After" correctly indicates that naming occurs after some unspecified event or instruction.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. Indicates the sequence of events where naming comes after something.
Option B:
Incorrect. "On" does not logically fit in this context to indicate a sequence of actions.
Option C:
Incorrect. "With" suggests using or employing something, which is not relevant here.
Option D:
Incorrect. There is a correct answer among the options provided.
22.
He always talks ..... his job.
A) For.
B) About.
C) All the above.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
"About" is the correct preposition to use in this context because it indicates that he frequently discusses his job, which means talking concerning or relating to his job.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
"For" is not typically used with "talks" to indicate a topic of conversation.
Option B:
"About" correctly indicates the subject matter of his conversations, making it the right choice.
Option C:
"All the above" is incorrect because only one option (B) is correct.
Option D:
"None of the above" is incorrect as Option B is the correct answer.
23.
We're arriving ..... Vilnius airport tomorrow.
A) To.
B) In.
C) At.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The preposition "at" is correct when referring to arriving at an airport, as airports are considered specific points of arrival.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
To - Incorrect. "To" is used for direction towards a place but not the point of arrival.
Option B:
In - Incorrect. "In" is typically used with larger areas or regions, not specific points like an airport.
Option C:
At - Correct. "At" is appropriate for specifying a particular place or point of arrival.
Option D:
None of the above - Incorrect. Option C is correct.
24.
When will we arrive ..... London?
A) At.
B) In.
C) On.
D) To.
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Explanations:
When referring to arriving in a city, the correct preposition is "in." This is because cities are considered large areas and not specific points of arrival like airports or train stations.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
At is typically used for specific locations such as airports or landmarks within London.
Option B:
In is correct for arriving in a city like London.
Option C:
On is generally used with modes of transportation (e.g., on the plane) or specific places (e.g., on the street).
Option D:
To is used to indicate direction but not arrival at a destination city.
25.
Many people ..... the power of teamwork in achieving goals.
A) Decide on.
B) Care about.
C) Talk about.
D) Believe in.
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Explanations:
The verb "believe" is correctly followed by the preposition "in," making option D the correct choice. This sentence structure indicates a strong conviction in the power of teamwork, which aligns with the grammatical rule that certain verbs require specific prepositions.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Decide on does not use a preposition after "decide."
Option B:
Care about uses "about" instead of "in," which is incorrect for this context.
Option C:
Talk about also uses "about" and thus is incorrect here.
Option D:
Believe in correctly uses the required preposition after "believe."
26.
"I am very worried ..... your safety. Please text me once you have arrived at your friend's house, " Mother remarked.
A) From.
B) To.
C) With.
D) About.
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Explanations:
The preposition "about" is correct here because the sentence expresses worry
concerning
your safety, which means the mother is worried that something might happen to you. The phrase "I am worried about your safety" is a common expression used to convey concern for someone's well-being.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
From - Incorrect; "from" does not fit grammatically in this context.
Option B:
To - Incorrect; "to" is typically used with verbs like go or come, but not to express worry about something.
Option C:
With - Incorrect; "with" would imply the mother is accompanying you, which is not the intended meaning.
Option D:
About - Correct; this preposition properly conveys the idea of being worried for or concerning your safety.
27.
Replace a book with a pen
A) With.
B) By.
C) For.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
The sentence "Replace a book with a pen" uses the preposition "with" to indicate that one object is being substituted for another. The correct choice of preposition here is "with," as it properly conveys the idea of substitution or replacement.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. "With" is used to show that a pen replaces a book.
Option B:
Incorrect. "By" would imply using a pen, not replacing it.
Option C:
Incorrect. "For" could be used in some contexts but not for substitution here.
Option D:
Not applicable as the correct answer is provided by Option A.
28.
Read the sentence and choose the meaning of the compound noun in red.A breakthrough has been made in AIDS research.
A) Paper on which computer information has been printed.
B) Important discovery.
C) Radio-active dust in the atmosphere.
D) Information that is put in.
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Explanations:
The compound noun "breakthrough" in the sentence refers to an important discovery or significant progress made in a particular field, such as AIDS research.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Incorrect. This option describes a physical medium for computer information and is unrelated to scientific discoveries.
Option B:
Correct. "Breakthrough" here means an important discovery or significant progress, which fits the context of research advancements.
Option C:
Incorrect. This term relates to environmental science and atmospheric conditions, not to scientific discoveries in medical research.
Option D:
Incorrect. This option describes the act of putting information into a system or document, which is unrelated to the context provided.
29.
Symptoms may be mild and almost unnoticeable, or easy to confuse ..... signs of aging.
A) AS.
B) TO.
C) FOR.
D) OF.
E) WITH.
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Explanations:
The preposition "with" is correct because the sentence suggests that symptoms can be easily mistaken for signs of aging. The phrase "easy to confuse with" indicates a comparison, meaning the symptoms might be so similar to signs of aging that they could be misidentified as such.
Option Analysis:
Option A:
AS - Incorrect; "as" is not used for comparisons in this context.
Option B:
TO - Incorrect; "to" does not fit the comparative structure needed here.
Option C:
FOR - Incorrect; "for" suggests a purpose or reason, which is not what the sentence implies.
Option D:
OF - Incorrect; "of" does not make sense in this context for forming a comparison.
Option E:
WITH - Correct; "with" properly forms the comparative phrase indicating confusion with signs of aging.
30.
I need to speak ..... Martin ..... the meeting.
A) To & about.
B) With & on.
C) At & of.
D) None of the above.
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Explanations:
To speak to someone means to address them, which is appropriate for "Martin". To speak about something refers to the topic of discussion, which fits well with "the meeting".
Option Analysis:
Option A:
Correct. "To Martin" indicates addressing him and "about the meeting" specifies the topic.
Option B:
Incorrect. "With Martin" is not as precise for addressing, and "on the meeting" sounds less natural than "about".
Option C:
Incorrect. "At Martin" and "of the meeting" do not fit grammatically or contextually.
Option D:
Incorrect. Option A is correct.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a verb preposition?
A verb preposition is a combination of a verb and a preposition that together express an action or state in relation to another word, often indicating where, when, or how something happens.
How do verb-preposition relationships work in compound nouns?
In compound nouns, verb-prepositions can form part of a noun phrase that describes an action or state. For example, "jumping over" and "lying on" are verb-prepositions used to create compound nouns like "jumping-over hurdle" or "lying-on bed."
Why is it important to understand verb preposition usage?
Understanding verb preposition usage is crucial for clear and accurate communication. It helps in constructing sentences that are grammatically correct and convey the intended meaning effectively.
Can you give an example of a verb-preposition agreement?
Yes, for instance, "to look after" is a common verb-preposition combination. The preposition "after" agrees with the verb "look," indicating the action of taking care of someone or something.
How do I identify and use verb-prepositions in city context?
In a city context, verb-prepositions can describe actions related to urban settings. For example, "to live in" or "to work at" are used to indicate where people reside or perform their jobs within the city.