Prepositions

By Berni | July 26, 2006

choose the correct preposition

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1. [Multiple choice]

Lewis needed to confide …… her as the burden was becoming too great.

Answers for Quiz [1].

  • 1. by
  • 2. in (correct)
  • 3. any
  • 4. on

2. [Multiple choice]

She liked to brag ….. her wealth at any opportunity.

Answers for Quiz [2].

  • 1. with
  • 2. at
  • 3. of
  • 4. about (correct)

3. [Multiple choice]

Peter insisted ….. paying the restuarant bill.

Answers for Quiz [3].

  • 1. at
  • 2. on (correct)
  • 3. under
  • 4. for

4. [Multiple choice]

We will provide you ….. any equipment and materials you need.

Answers for Quiz [4].

  • 1. with (correct)
  • 2. on
  • 3. from
  • 4. for

5. [Multiple choice]

‘You must pay ….. any breakages’ said the manager.

Answers for Quiz [5].

  • 1. by
  • 2. off
  • 3. for (correct)
  • 4. up

6. [Multiple choice]

The doctor said Mary was ….. the illness, but she still had to rest.

Answers for Quiz [6].

  • 1. for
  • 2. at
  • 3. in
  • 4. over (correct)
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