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USING PREPOSITIONS EXERCISE
BOOK by Edward R. Rosset
Editorial Stanley
Using Prepositions Exercise Book Written by / Escrito por Edward R. Rosset. Member of the Bachelor of Arts Association of Euskadi. Miembro del Colegio de Licenciados de Filosoffa y Letras de Euskadi. Revised by / Revisado por Editorial Stanley Published by / Editado por Editorial Stanley Layout / Diseno y Maquetacidn Angela Gbmez Martfn Front page design / Disefio portada Diseno (rune's © Editorial Stanley Apdo. 207 - 20300 IRUN - SPAIN Telf. (34) 943 64 04 12 - Fax. (34) 943 64 38 63 ISBN: 84-7873-325-6 Dep. Leg. BI-2976-03 First edition / Primera edicibn 2000 Second edition / Segunda edicibn 2003 Printers / Imprime: Imprenta Berekintza
Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Contents Prologue
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Answer the following questions:
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List of English Prepositions
vi
Hung out to dry
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About • Above • On • On to • Onto • Over -Up
Match numbers with letters
73
2
Crossword with prepositions
74
Across • Through • Throughout
6
Assorted
75
Beside • Besides • Aside
8
Ask questions for these answers
76
By Candle Light
77
There are 15 prepositions. Find them
78
Finish the sentences
79
Assorted
80
Crossword of prepositions
81
After • Behind • Beyond • Past
10
Until • Till • As far as • Up to
12
Between • Among • Within
14
On • At • In
16
From • Of • Off • Since • With
25
Despite • In spite of • Instead of • Instead .. 33 Into • To • Towards
35
Free Drinks
82
Round • Around • About
42
Assorted
83
During -For
44
Skin Trouble
85
As • Like
46
Assorted
86
Below • Down • Under • Beneath • Underneath
Find the 13 prepositions
87
48
Against • Opposite • In front of
50
Out of • Outside -Out
52
For • By • Along
54
Assorted • Typing
58
Crossword with prepositions
60
Which is the correct answer?
88
Assorted
89
Match numbers with letters
90
SwimmingPool
91
Assorted
92
Find the 12 prepositions
93
Complete the joke with prepositions. Guillotines
61
Ask questions for these answers
94
Assorted
62
Assorted
95
Assorted
63
Find the 13 prepositions
96
Crossword with prepositions
64
Another Coffee
97
Putting out the fire
65
Answer these questions
98
Assorted
66
Assorted
99
You will find 11 prepositions in this word square
67
Assorted
100
Assorted
68
Assorted
101
Which is the correct answer?
69
Assorted
102
Assorted
70
Answer Key
103
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Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Prologo
Prologue
Las preposiciones inglesas son, quiza, uno de los puntos ma's conflictivos del idioma ingles para aquellos que quieran adquirir un completo dominio de la lengua. En muchos de los casos las preposiciones inglesas no se corresponden con sus homologas de otros idiomas. • I am waiting for Peter. • Estoy esperando a Pedro.
English prepositions are perhaps one of the most difficult points of the English language for those who want to acquire a thorough knowledge of the language. Very often English prepositions do not correspond to their homologues in other languages. • I am waiting for Peter. • Estoy esperando a Pedro.
En otros casos, en un idioma puede que haya preposici6n mientras que en el otro idioma no la hay. • I saw James last night. • Vi a Jaime ayer noche.
In other cases, there may be a preposition in one language where there is no preposition in the other language. • I saw James last night. • Vi a Jaime ayer noche.
Con los libros Guide to Prepositions y Using Prepositions tratamos de proporcionar al estudiante y al profesional de la traducci6n una ayuda para facilitates su trabajo.
With the Guide to Prepositions and Using Prepositions we provide students and professionals with a practical tool to help them in their work.
Sobre el uso de este libro
How to use this book
El libro Using Prepositions es un libro de ejercicios, complementario del Guide to Prepositions. Encontramos que muy a menudo, las preposiciones en ingle's no se corresponden con las espanolas. Por lo tanto, los estudiantes encuentran difi'cil saber exactamente que preposicion usar en una frase dada. En este libro el estudiante encontrara cientos de ejercicios que le ayudaran a dominar el difi'cil arte del uso de las preposiciones. Las mas conflictivas han sido agrupadas en la primera parte del libro, siendo sus diferencias explicadas con ejemplos. En la segunda parte, todos los ejercicios estan mezclados. El estudiante debe elegir que preposicion usar basandose en el sentido de la frase.
The book Using Prepositions is an exercise book to complement Guide to Prepositions. We find that, very often, prepositions in English do not correspond to the Spanish ones. Therefore, students find it very difficult to know exactly which preposition to use in a given sentence. In this book students will find hundreds of exercises to help them master the difficult art of using prepositions. The most confusing ones have been grouped together in the first part of the book and their differences explained with examples. In the second part all the exercises have been mixed together. The student must find which preposition to use with only the context of the sentence as a guide.
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List of English Prepositions about above according to across after against along among around as far as at because of before behind below beneath beside besides between beyond
but
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by despite down during except
for from in
out of outside over past round since through throughout
in front of inside in spite of instead of into like near
till
of off on
upon up to with
on to opposite
within without
to toward(s) under underneath until
up
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About • Above • On • On to • Onto • Over • Up A textbook on American history. (Un libro de texto sobre la historia americana)
About y on What's the difference between a book about cooking and a book on cooking? On se usa para sugerir que un libro, arti'culo, charla, etc., es serio o academico, apropiado para especialistas. About se usa cuando la informacion que se da es mas general, o el estilo de la comunicacion es mas casual.
A book about American civilization. (Un libro sobre la civilizacion americana)
The water came above/over their waists. (El agua les llegaba por encima de la cintura)
Above y over Los dos se pueden usar con el significado de 'mas alto que'.
- The plane was flying over France. (El avion estaba volando sobre Francia) - There are a lot of clouds over the south of Wales. (Habia cantidad de nubes sobre el sur del Pat's de Gales)
Cuando queremos significar 'por encima', 'cubriendo', usamos over. Tambien con numeros y expresiones de cantidad o medida se usa over.
- There were over 2,000 people. (Habia ma's de 2.000 personas)
- She was over 18 anyway. The temperature was four degrees above zero. (La temperatura era de cuatro grades sobre cero)
Compare:
(De todas formas tenfa mas de 18 anos)
Usamos above cuando pensamos en medidas en la escala vertical (de arriba a abajo).
- The summit of this mountain is over 6,000 m. above sea-level. (La cumbre de esta montana esta a mas de 6.000 m. por encima del nivel del mar)
- Shall I put the vase onto the shelf? (iPongo el jarron en la estanten'a?) - Let's move onto the next item. (Sigamos con el siguiente paso en la agenda)
Onto y on to Onto es una preposicion que significa 'encima', 'sobre', 'en', 'a'. Se usa con verbos de movimiento. On to significa 'meterse con uno', 'estar detras de uno'.
- He's always on to me. (Siempre esta encima mi'o) - They must be on to something good. (Deben de haber encontrado algo bueno)
Up Up puede ser preposicion y adverbio. Como preposicion significa 'arriba', 'en', 'contra'. 2 STANLEY
- They walked up the street. (Caminaron calle arriba)
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About • Above • On • On to • Onto • Over • Up 1. She was furious
21. I'm writing a book
our
mistake.
flowers.
2. We could hardly hear each other
22. The old man was very angry
the loud music.
the delay.
3. He increased his influence
23. Tell me all
it.
the others. 24. We are well 4. That man must be
25. What's he so angry
he's fifty at least.
the ring you lost yesterday?
Hannibal crossing the Alps. 6. There were five or six books spread all
27. Don't worry
the table. 7. She is
?
26. Why don't you ask him
5. I've written a book
that; I'll
see
to it.
all suspicion.
8. They are laughing
28. I was wondering
his
that
myself.
strange clothes.
29. He won
9. The helicopter was hovering the little village.
the audience.
30. The poor woman was weeping the death of her husband.
10. There was something strange that girl.
31. He's very careless
11. She put her umbrella
her head.
12. That girl is
them?
the place.
33. And while you're
14. The plane was flying
the clouds.
15. His hat was
the bush.
35. My grandfather likes to boast
16. I dropped the keys somewhere
his feats in the war.
the place. it; don't act on impulse.
36. Be careful, mind what you're 37. His head was bent
me. I'm not
like that. 19. We all agree
it, why don't
you write my Christmas cards too? 34. Stop beating
his ears.
18. She's wrong
his per-
sonal appearance. 32. Does he have any authority
deception.
13. The woman is somewhere
17. Think
sea level.
forty;
a book.
38. The Romans were victorious the need for
their enemies.
more schools. 39. Please sit down, we're 20. What does he want to see me
to start.
? 40. You must be certain
the
facts before you do anything.
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About • Above • On • On to • Onto • Over • Up Which is the correct answer? 1.I couldn't care less a) over
b) on
15. The huge boulder crashed down
it! c) about
the car.
d) above a) on
2. He came a) up
b) onto
c) over
d) about
with a solution. b) over
c) about
d) above
16. Don't cry a) over
spilt milk.
b) above
c) about
d) on
your work. c) on to
d) about
3. I really don't know what all the fuss is a) over
b) about
4. Let's climb
d) on
c) up
the tree and take the
apples. a) on
b) over
c) above
d) up
5.1 wish you'd do something
your
b) on
18. She is a) on
c) above
b) onto
c) over
19. You'll see it in the a) on
d) over
d) about
paragraph.
b) onto
c) over
d) above his attitude that
worries me. a) about
6. We're very uneasy a) on to
suspicion. b) above
20. There's something
hair; it looks terrible. a) about
17. I'm curious a) on b) above
b) above
c) on to
d) over
our future. c) about
d) over
21. Let's get a) on
this business. b) across
c) over
d) about
7. Something will happen; something will turn 22. He stepped out of the train a) up
b) over
c) about
8. We've been walking
d) on
the town all
day. a) up
b) about
c) on
9. And while you are a) up
b) about
10. He tumbled a) up
that business. c) on
d) over
a stone here.
b) above
11. Turn
d) over
c) over
d) onto
the radio. The volume is
too low. a) up
a) on
c) on
b) onto
23. She tripped a) on
b) over
the pain in
b) on
14. He's crazy a) on
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b) over
d) above it.
c) onto
d) over
that woman. c) about
d) above the
place. a) about
b) on
c) over
d) above
25. Don't toss your money a) above b) on to
.
c) onto
26. They had a discussion b) about
d) about that.
c) over
d) onto
d) above
them about the
missing money. a) on
c) on
13. We have no control a) about
c) about
d) above
his shoulder. a) about
d) about
a chair and fell.
b) over
27. The police are 12. He consulted a doctor
c) over
24. There were cigarette butts all
a) on b) over
the
platform.
b) onto
28. They escaped a) on
b) onto
29. I'm very doubtful that. a) about
b) on
c) over
d) about
the border. c) over
d) about
the wisdom of c) over
d) above
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About • Above • On • On to • Onto • Over • Up Join the sentences 1. What are you ... 2. He's very excited ... 3. My window opens ... 4. The two men fought...
A. about ghosts. B. about the project. C. about you passing your driving test. D. over other countries.
5. Today I don't feel ...
E.
talking about?
6. The old man stumbled ...
F.
about him.
7. I have my suspicions ... 8. They have supremacy ...
G. on to the park. H. over a fallen chair.
9. I'm very glad ...
I.
10. This is a story ...
up to it; I'm tired.
J.
over a woman.
11. The dog came straight...
K.
on chemistry.
12. He's very careless ...
L.
on me.
13. You can always count...
M. onto the path.
14. The child climbed up ...
N. onto his father's shoulders.
15. There's a lecture ...
0. about his appearance.
1. What are you 2. He's very excited 3. My window opens 4. The two men fought 5. Today I don't feel 6. The old man stumbled 7. I have my suspicions 8. They have supremacy 9. I'm very glad 10. This is a story 11. The dog came straight 12. He's very careless 13. You can always count 14. The child climbed up 15. There's a lecture
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Across • Through • Throughout
Across, through Los dos significan lo mismo: 'a traves'. Sin embargo, across se usa cuando nos referimos a una superficie, o pasamos de un lado a otro (por ejemplo un rio).
They walked across the road. (Cruzaron la carretera) He swam across the river. (Cruzo el rio a nado)
They walked through the forest. (Caminaron a traves del bosque)
Through Through se usa cuando hablamos acerca de una cavidad o espacio tridimensional.
Throughout
He jumped through the window. (Salto a traves de la ventana)
- You can see that throughout the country. (Se puede ver eso por todo el pat's)
Puede ser preposicion o adverbio.
Como preposicion significa 'por todo', 'en todo' Como adverbio significa 'hasta el final'. I read the book throughout. (Lei el libro de cabo a rabo)
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Across • Through • Throughout 1. They all swam
the river and
2. He sailed
22. My property extends
those
fields.
soon reached the other side. the examination.
23. I'm afraid the project has fallen
3. References to love keep occurring 24. The water filters
the poem.
25. He got
4. Air pressure forces the water
his exams, thank
goodness.
the pipe. 5. There's a garage
the sand.
the street.
26. The morning light stole
the
shutters. 6.
his life he had always 27. The story was splashed
collected stamps.
the
front page. 7. She could see people
the mist.
8. The church is just
the road.
28. The children splashed
9. They are going to build a new bridge
the
puddles. 29. She squeezed
the narrow gap.
the river. 30. The banana skin slipped 10. We went for a walk
the fields.
11. There was a huge, gloomy house
31. The elephants smashed
the road.
32. We'll have to cut
the mist. my old teacher on
33. The baby slept
the
thunderstorm.
14. A message has just come
34. These people are smuggling drugs customs.
15. They tunnelled their way 35. The road snakes
the
the
mountains.
window.
17. The rescue party cut
country to
reach the village.
my way home.
16. The tree crashed
the
bushes.
12. The house was hardly visible
13. I came
his
fingers.
the
36. After the storm we were all soaked
forest. 18. The children cut
19. They thrust their way
a field. the
crowd.
the window. 38. They are rowing 39. The wind screamed
20. A feeling of horror swept
40. They pushed their way
the crowd. 21. He swept his hand
37. When I saw her, she was looking
his hair.
the lake. the trees. the
crowd.
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Beside • Besides • Aside
Beside Es una preposicion que significa 'al lado
Who's that beautiful girl sitting beside Peter? (iQuien es esa preciosa joven sentada junto a Pedro?)
de' o 'junto a'.
Besides
Besides geography, we have to study literature. (Ademtis de geografia, tenemos que estudiar literatura)
Besides es tanto preposicion como adverbio. Como preposicion tiene un significado parecido a 'ademas de', cuando quere-
Who was at the partys besides John and the Millbanks? (iQuien estaba en la fiesta edema's de John y los Millbank?)
mos afiadir alguna informacion nueva a la que ya tenemos.
Besides como adverbio, significa 'tambien', 'ademas'. Generalmente va seguido de coma, antes de una oracion.
I don't like those books; besides, they're not what I'm looking for. (No me gustan estos libros, adenitis no son los que estoy buscando) It's too cold to go out; besides, there's a good programme on TV. (Hace demasiado fn'o para salir, ademas hay un buen programs en la tele)
Aside Aside puede ser preposicion y adverbio.
- I hardly watch any TV, aside from the news. (Apenas veo la tele, aparte de las noticias)
Como preposicion tiene el significado de 'excepto por'. Como adverbio significa 'a un lado'.
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Stand aside please; let the ambulance pass. (Apartense, por favor, dejen pasar la ambulancia)
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Beside • Besides • Aside an old
1. I have no relatives
22. He sat
the dark-haired girl.
uncle. 23. She pulled the curtain 2.
.
your earlier work, this 24. Stand
piece seems rather disappointing.
and let these people
pass! 3. She called me
and told me 25. We've set
what had happened. 4. She swept the curtains 5. He stepped
and let her in.
6. Stand
some money
for our retirement.
and let me pass!
26. The baby giraffe stood its mother. 27. Put this pullover
7. There were 15 people at the meeting
for me, I'll
come with the money later.
the speaker. 28. Do you play any other sports 8. The beautiful girl sat 9.
me.
being expensive, it's bad.
darts? 29. He took me
and told me
about his illness.
10. His efforts look feeble yours.
30. He pushed the old woman
11. Susan came and sat
me.
12. There were twelve people at the party,
31. We'll
have to put
any idea
of a holiday this year.
me. 32. Our school stands 13. There will be ten of them for lunch,
a
river.
Peter.
33. He has two other cars
14. We haven't time to see it,
the one he's driving.
it's very boring. 15. This is our youngest child, we have two others
34. I've had offers from several American companies and two British ones 35. The exact cost is
16. The film was in black and white, being too long. 17. I have no relations, cousin.
36. I don't a distant
mind you being late;
you. herself with rage
her good looks she has
just in case.
himself with
grief when his wife died. 38. When she passed her exam she was herself with joy. 39. Stand
nothing else. 21. I always keep this book
,
it's not your fault.
when she saw the mess. 20.
the point.
37. He was
18. Nobody cares about me 19. She was
.
and make way for the
ambulance. me,
40. Every month we put
a bit of
money for a rainy day.
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After • Behind • Beyond • Past After
- I'll get in touch with you after I arrive.
After va seguido de presente, nunca de futuro. Significa 'despues de'.
(Me pondre en contacto con usted despues de llegar)
After no se usa como adverbio; el adverbio es afterwards, o then o after that.
- I'm going to have my lunch; and then I'm going to study. (Voy a comer, despues voy a estudiar)
Behind
- He left a good memory behind him. (Dejo detras un buen recuerdo)
Behind puede ser preposicion y adverbio. Como preposicion significa 'detras'. Como adverbio significa 'detras.
- We can't leave our dog behind. (No podemos dejar detras a nuestro perm)
Beyond - They went beyond the river. (Fueron ma's alla del no)
Beyond puede ser preposicion y adverbio. Como preposicion significa 'mas alia de'. Como adverbio significa 'mas alia', 'mas lejos'.
- Look at the river and the mountains beyond. (Mira el no y las montanas detras)
Past
- They drove past the house.
Past puede ser preposicion y adverbio.
(Pasaron en coche por delante de la casa.)
Como preposicion significa 'por delante de'. Como adverbio significa 'pasar'.
- He ran past. (Paso corriendo.)
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After • Behind • Beyond • Past 1. The policeman ran
him, but
21. The storm left a trail of destruction
it.
he escaped.
22. There are many people
2. There's a good film on the day
3. This car is
the
scenes.
tomorrow. repair, I'm afraid.
23. What you are telling me is belief.
4. Don't forget to lock the door
24. That kind of money was quite
you when you leave.
our reach.
5. I'd like to know who is
25. The little boy was hiding
all that.
the
armchair.
6. This old man is
working.
26.I can't understand the lesson; it's quite
7. After so many years the town had changed
me.
recognition.
8. She works
27. 'Will you look
the counter as a
sales assistant.
the children?'
'Yes, I'll take care of them.' 28. We'll name the baby
you,
darling.
9. The four children were trailing their mother.
29. They were set at liberty questioning.
10. The sports car thundered
30. He shaved off his beard
and vanished into the distance.
wearing it for twenty years.
11. She's like her mother. She takes
31. He walked
her mother. 12. The dog went
without looking
at us.
the cat.
32. We'll do this first, we can do that
13.
They have been inquiring
we finish this.
your father. 33. He comes here day 14. My parents are going out so I have to look
34.
my little brother.
day.
what she did, I don't trust her.
35.1 live in this street, just
15. She set the dog
me.
16. We'll name the little baby
the
post office. its
36. Has the number 27 bus gone
mother.
yet?
17. These treaties are usually negotiated
37. She's
the scenes. 18. They were standing
us
in the queue. 19. There's always a man 20. What's and pearl necklace?
the age when she
needs a babysitter. 38. She was walking two steps 39. Few people live a scheme.
the new dress
him. the age
of a hundred. 40. This watch is
repair,
I'm afraid.
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Until • Till • As far as • Up to
Until, till Until o till puede ser preposicidn o conjuncion.
Como preposicion tiene el significado de 'hasta'. Como conjuncion significa 'hasta que'.
As far as As far as significa 'hasta' en distancia.
Up to Up to significa 'hasta' cuando se sube o se trepa.
- Let's wait until/till Friday. (Esperemos hasta el viernes)
- Let's wait until/till he comes. (Esperemos hasta que llegue)
- Let's walk as far as the bridge. (Caminemos hasta el puente)
We'll have to walk up to the top of the hill. (Tendremos que caminar hasta lo alto de la colina)
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Until -Till -As far as- Up to
you see a sign. 2.
he spoke she hadn't realized he was a foreigner.
the
22. The boy climbed top of the tree. 23. Walk
3. There was nobody around
you cain along the cliff. 3 o'clock
24. He was awake in the morning.
I could see. 4. It's OK
the tower.
21. The two athletes ran
1. Continue in this direction
I am concerned.
5. We waited
four o'clock.
6. We are going
the top of
the hill.
25. She could hardly walk the window. 26. Go old trunk.
the a)ttic and get the
27. Wait 7. We played cards
the
rain stops.
10 o'clock. Friday.
28.lt may last 8. We'll walk
the top of the hill.
9. I was up
three o'clock
two
29. Nothing happened in the morning. 10. Wait
the old man's death.
wait there.
he was 25. I tell you.
14. Hadn't you better wait
33. Continue in this direction you see an old church. 34. Continue in this direction
he gets here?
the old church. Manchester
on this train.
17. They'll work
35. She won't stop shouting you let her go.
the tower. nine p.m.
if necessary.
36. Don't open the parcel your birthday. 37. He climbed the rope
18. I'll be here
you call me.
38. He was a clerk
19. They came
the door.
39. Wait
20. The soldiers waited they got new orders.
the old castle and
32. Run
12. He didn't have a gilrfriend
1 6. They climbed the stairs
lived alone. 31. Nobody knew the secret
he finishes.
15. We'll go
now I have always
30.
she sees that.
11 . Once he starts he won't stop
13. Don't move
o'clock.
40. I'll race you
the roof. the war.
you hear from me. the top of the
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Between • Among • Within
Between - Our house is between the church and the post office. (Nuestra casa esta entre la iglesia y correos)
Puede ser preposicion y adverbio.
Como preposicion significa 'entre'. Se usa con dos personas o cosas.
Leave them alone, don't get between. (Dejalos, no te metas en medio)
Como adverbio significa 'en medio', 'por medio', 'entremedias'.
- I saw a house among the trees. (Vi una casa entre los arboles)
Among, amongst Among, amongst es preposicion y significa 'entre'. Se usa cuando hay mas de dos (cosas o personas).
Keep the children within call. (Ten a los ninos al alcance de la voz) The job must be done within a week. (El trabajo debe de estar terminado dentro de una semana)
Within Within puede ser preposicion y adverbio.
The enemy was within two miles. (El enemigo estaba a menos de dos millas) Como preposicion significa 'al alcance de', 'dentro de', 'a menos de'. Como adverbio significa 'dentro'.
- Enquire within. (Entra y pregunta dentro)
- Kitchen porter wanted: apply within. (Se necesita pinche de cocina-. preguntar dentro)
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Using Prepositions
• Exercise Book
Between • Among • Within 1.
those present were the President and his wife.
21. Mrs Rogers divided the cake Jean and John.
2. A phone call is cheaper
22. The whole thing was
8 pm and 6 am.
an inch of collapsing.
3. Those people are always arguing
23. It weighs
themselves.
two and three tons.
24. They split the work
4. We drank a bottle of wine
the two of us.
them.
25. She turned
5. There's no understanding
an hour.
26. Go and see everybody living
husband and wife.
the area.
6.I had to choose
the two girls. 27.There's a bell
7. That's the difference and me.
you
28. The village has four pubs
8. They divided the stolen money all of them. 9.
the
patient's reach.
a hundred yards.
you and me, it's impossible
29. I'm looking for a house a mile from the station.
to do it. 10. They shared the money two criminals.
the
30.1 could see a house
the trees.
31. She felt small 11. The four children shared the sweets them. 12. Irun is on the border and Spain.
32. It is
the limits of my
modest talent.
France
33. I live
13. You have to read 14. There was a race
the two boys.
the lines. the two horses.
the church and
the bridge. 34. She felt lost
those people.
15. There's a close relation rainfall and crops.
35. He finds it hard to live
16. There's a close resemblance the two boys.
36.
his income.
37. She works
17. The poor boy was at a loss all the women.
18. They arrived 19. What's the difference horse and a mule? 20. Don't be afraid, you're friends.
you and me, it can't be done.
38. three and four. a
the poor. those present was the
Prime Minister. 39. We'II lay a cable
the two poles.
40. They kept arguing themselves.
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Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
On • At • In On, at, in En general on, in y at se usan para hablar acerca de la posicion en el espacio. A veces, la diferencia entre ellos es dificil de ver, y no siempre es facil saber cual de ellos es correcto. On se usa para hablar sobre la posicion en una Imea o en una superficie. Por regla general: At se usa cuando hablamos sobre posicion en un punto. In se usa para hablar sobre posicion en un lugar que tenga tres dimensiones.
There's a nice little village on the river. (Hay un bonito pueblo en el no)
On a line There's a motel on this road. (Hay un motel en esta carretera)
On a surface
There was a picture on the wall. (Habfa un cuadro en la pared) -She was sitting on a chair. (Estaba sentada en una silla)
At a point
Turn left at the traffic lights. (Gira a la izquierda en el semiforo) She was standing at the crossroads. (Estaba de pie en el cruce de carreteras)
In three dimensions De todas formas, como hay muchas excepciones, recomendamos al estudiante que se refiera al libro Guide to Prepositions que contiene una recopilacion exhaustiva de ejemplos.
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The dog is in the kitchen. (el perro estd en la cocina) The children were swimming in the river. (Los ninos estaban nadando en el no)
Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
On • At • In 1. I have been
work all day.
2. They had very little information to work
21. You must admit you are the wrong. 22. The poor woman yelled
3. She wondered
the speed
anguish. 23. We don't admit anybody else
with which the letter arrived. 4. That girl is very good
tennis.
5. There was no name
the
our club. 24. The man was very advanced years.
door, so we knocked. 6. The car was stopped
the
traffic lights.
economic affairs. 26. They all agreed
7. I refuse to spend so much money a pair of running shoes.
the best
course of action. 27. There's no agreement
8. How much interest are we paying
that point.
28. We're collecting money
the loan?
aid of charity.
the
9. Turn left
25. He advises the Government
29. All the soldiers aimed
roundabout.
30. The little bird alighted
10. There was a man standing the corner of the room. 11. There are eight pints
the target. a branch.
31. The passengers were very angry being delayed.
a gallon.
32. She is very annoyed
12. There was a huge lamp the ceiling.
the
way he behaves.
13. She's very keen
music.
33. I'm very annoyed
14. There were a lot of people
the bus.
34. She's an expert
35. This is an attack
his task.
poverty.
36. They were all in attendance
16. She was accompanied
the ceremony.
the piano by her father. 37. You're very bad
17. You must be very accurate this kind of work.
changing nappies. 38. He's awful
metal.
telling jokes.
39. Don't turn your back
19. The cameras zoomed in his face. 20. He was writhing about
programming a
computer.
15. The old man was absorbed
18. Acid acts
your
carelessness.
people. agony.
40. We're banking
your help.
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Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
On • At • In Which is the correct answer? 1. She hadn't bargained
her
husband coming back so early.
a) on
b) at
c) in
2. The four dogs were barking
a) on
b) at
me.
c) in
3. The theory is based
a) at
b) in
practice.
c) on
4. You have to bear that
a) in
b) on
5. She beat him
a) on
b) at
mind.
c) at his own game.
c) in
6. Hannibal was blind
his right
eye.
a) in
b) on
b) in
these
c) at
14.We'll pay him a) at b) on
cash. c) in
15. We had to call a) at b) on
an expert. c) in
16. The little statue was carved a) in b) at c) on 17. The dog came straight
a) at
b) on
wood.
me.
c) in
18. Have you any comments scandal? a) at b) in c) on
the
c) at
7. Don't put the blame
a) at
13. What are your views matters? a) on b) in
me.
19. The little boy clutched a) on b) at c) in
my hand.
c) on 20. He's very clumsy
8. The four volumes were bound
a) on
b) in
doing things.
c) at
leather.
a) on
b) in
c) at
9. I like to bet my money
a) on
b) at
10. I'm speaking
21. I can't see anything; turn horses.
lights, please. a) in b) on
the
c) at
c) in behalf of my
22. We must put our trust a) in b) on c) at
God.
colleagues.
a) at
b) in
23. A marriage must be based
c) on
a) on 11. We'll take vengeance
b) on
c) in
12. The little girl entered the room tears.
a) at
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b) on
trust.
c) at
you one
day.
a) at
b) in
c) in
24. He tucked his shirt a) in b) at
his trousers.
c) on
Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
On • At • In 1. She hadn't bargained
such a
violent reaction.
22. We must put our trust
God.
23. A marriage must be based
2. The dogs were barking
me.
3. The theory is based
practice.
4. You have to bear that
mind.
trust.
24. He tucked his shirt
his
trousers. 25. Try
these shoes before you
buy them. 5. I beat him
his own game. 26. The little boy tugged
6. Orellana was blind
one eye.
7. Don't put the blame
me.
27. They took compassion
those
children.
8. The four volumes were bound leather.
28. I'll let you go
9. I like to bet my money
10. I'm speaking
my
elbow.
horses. behalf of my
you
one day.
12. Don't vent your anger
13. What are your views
29. She doesn't confide anybody.
colleagues.
11 We'll take vengeance
your wife. all these
30. I have confidence
32. Hello, Charles. Congratulations your success. 33. Angrily he smashed the glasses
14 On my way home I'll call
the table.
Susan's.
34. The soldiers charged
an expert.
35. There's a change weather.
wood.
18. Have you any comments
me. the
scandal? 19. The little boy clutched 20. He's very clumsy
anything with his hands.
21 , I can't see anything; turn
the
enemy.
16. The little statue was carved
17. The dog came straight
my son.
31. She congratulated him passing his exams.
matters?
15. We had to call
condition
that you come back early.
36. This is an elementary course German. 37. There's a lecture
my hand. doing
the
38. I saw them
chemistry. a new Mercedes.
39. You know that you can always count me.
40. I'll go with you. You can count me
the lights, please.
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On • At • In
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the party
the beach
the table
the train
the teatre
the ceiling
three o'clock
sea
Friday
an island
page 20
night
the table
the wall
war
the 2nd floor
Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
On • At • In 21. This is the biggest country
1. There weren't many people
the world.
the plane. 2. He arrived
the 8.30 train.
3. She was
the back of the
car.
4. He stood
the door.
5. You did it
purpose.
6. I saw him
?
24. Those people are
strike.
25. He was very advanced
years. her new
boyfriend. 27. They got stuck
my way.
8. There's a concert
the jury.
23. Whose side are you
26. She's stuck
the way here.
7. The dog was
22. She was
28. There's something
the
the mud. the sole
of my shoe.
Albert Hall. 9. We'll go
New Year's day.
10. There's something
29. That's based 30. We succeeded
the
personal taste. making
him talk.
ceiling. 11. She was lying
31. I was very surprised
the sofa.
12. He was sitting
the
news.
the
32. She's very charming
armchair. 13. I'll come to see you
your
33. They dined
birthday. 14. He was waiting
the traffic
the
surface.
34. He fixed his eyes
cold chicken. the
beautiful woman.
lights. 15. There were fifty people
the
most.
35. She's a graduate
law.
36. What are you getting
16. She bought it
half price.
17. I attended dinner
37. He cast a glance
38. We heard the news
the
radio.
18. He ordered the soldiers to fire will.
20. The poor woman was
the
headlines.
his
request.
19. There's a flag
?
39. The little girl was the pole. pain.
40.1 could see some clouds
her own. the
horizon.
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Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
On • At • In Match numbers with letters 1. He's studying 2. I saw your mother 3. All the church goers 4. That was a storm 5. They kept a lot of food 6. They stopped dead 7. The stress falls 8. In this factory they work 9.That man will stop
E. on the second syllable. F. at Bristol University. G. in his sleep. H. in their tracks. I. in store.
11. Stick the stamp
K. at the butcher's.
14. He's an expert 15. They sprinkled water 16. These people are spying 17. Take a look 1. He's studying 2. I saw your mother 3. All the church goers 4. That was a storm 5. They kept a lot of food 6. They stopped dead 7. The stress falls 8. In this factory they work 9. That man will stop 10. He was stirring 11. Stick the stamp 12. He is still 13. She spends all her money 14. He's an expert 15. They sprinkled water 16. These people are spying
22
C. in a tea-cup.
D. on me.
J. at nothing.
13. She spends all her money
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B. on the path.
10. He was stirring
12. He is still
17. Take a look
A. at this.
L. eight hours at a stretch. M. on clothes. N. on the envelope. O. were at church. P. at college Q. in electronics.
Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
On • At • In 1. Soak the bread
milk.
21. My sister lives
Brentwood
Avenue.
2. The old man sneered their ettorts.
22. We both live
3. That money is not to be sneezed
Bristol.
23. She looks
her as a daughter.
, you know.
24. We shared
the profits.
him.
4. The little girl smiled sweetly
25. He shot 26. We were shocked
intervals throughout the day
7. They advanced
a snail's pace,
8. The fish snapped
the bait.
28. The soldiers shot
postman.
29. He carried the heavy log
his
30. I can hear you, don't shout
10. Are you interested
ancient art?
the
11. Someone was knocking door. .. singing
the entrance.
33. It was love
carols.
13. They have involved her
the
crime.
me!
31. You have to show your ticket
32. Soldiers were attacking
12. They all joined
all sides. first sight.
34. She was sickened
the sight
of the body. 35. We moved last week, but we haven't settled
14. They are all very keen
yet.
climbing. talking, somebody is
36. The old woman shook her fist me.
watching us.
16. You must never laugh
other
37. These two parts are separated the joint.
people. 17. The poor little girl is lacking
38. It's soluble
warmth.
20. I live
the enemy.
shoulder.
the
9. The dog snarled
19. They have lost a lot
the
shelves.
handbag.
18. Don't look
the news.
27. All the books were
the lady's
6. He snatched
15. Keep
her.
regular
5. The bells ring
water.
39 The two dogs sniffed me like that! that deal. 20 Banbury Lane.
each
other. 40 My grandfather is very soft the children.
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Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
On • At • In Finish the sentences: 15. They both live
1. Don't soak the bread
(New York)
(broth)
16. Everybody was shocked when they heard the news (radio)
2. The old lady smiled sweetly (I)
17. All the volumes were kept
3. The young man sneered
(shelves)
(we/ efforts)
18. The soldiers shot
4. The huge shark snapped
(enemy)
(bait)
19. He carried the heavy suitcase
5. The dog snarled (postman) 6. I'm not interested (vases/ancient) 7. Someone was knocking (window) 8. Don't involve me (crime)
(shoulder) ?
20. I'm not deaf, don't shout (me)
21. We'll have to show our ticket (entrance) 22. Soldiers were attacking
9. They are all very keen (all sides) (climbing) 10. Children, don't laugh (other people) 11. The poor orphan was lacking (warmth) 12. We have all lost a lot (deal/that) 13. Her father lives (South Avenue) 14. We live (1 7 North Avenue)
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23. It was love (first sight) 24. She was sickened (sight/body) 25. The old woman shook her umbrella (hooligans) 26. These things were separated (bottom) 27. It's not soluble (water) 28. The two cats sniffed (each other)
Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
From • Of - Off • Since • With From From es una preposicion que indica procedencia 'de', 'desde', 'a partirde'.
Of Of es una preposicion que indica posesion. Significa 'de'.
- Where do you come from? (iDe donde eres?) - He jumped from the wall. (Salto del muro) - I never saw her again from that day. (Nunca volvia verla desde ese dfa)
- The leg of the table. (La pata de la mesa) - The events of last year. (Los acontecimientos del ano pasado)
off
- He jumped off the cliff. (Salto del acantilado)
Off puede ser preposicion, adverbio o adjetivo. Como preposicion significa 'fuera de'.
We'll take the day off. (Nos cogeremos el dia libre)
Como adverbio significa 'a', 'a una distancia'. Como adjetivo significa 'malo', 'pasado', 'agriado', etc.
Since Since puede ser preposicion, adverbio o conjuncion.
Como preposicion significa 'desde'. Como adverbio significa 'desde entonces'
With With es una preposicion que significa 'con'.
The milk is off. (La leche esta mala)
- She's been like this since childhood. (Ha estado asi desde su ninez) He moved away and I haven't seen him since. (Cambi6 de domicilio y no le he visto desde entonces)
Eat the soup with a spoon. (Toma la sopa con una cuchara) I live in the house with the white door. (Vivo en la casa con la puerta blanca)
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Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
From • Of • Off • Since • With
1. We should avail ourselves
this
opportunity.
2. The old man was awoken
his sleep.
3. You must be aware
the risk.
21. You always learn something
a book.
22., We were all able to escape the fire. work will cause
23. Your absence you problems.
4. They were banished country.
the
5. The athlete was barred
entering 25. There's an abundance
the competition.
6. He was born
a silver spoon in
his mouth.
7. He boasted
being the best
player in his team.
8. Don't bite
more than you can
chew.
9. He's staying for a few months.
his uncle and aunt
him when she found 10. She went out that he was a street sweeper.
11. Dad, you don't know anything about computers. Why don't you get it? 12. My father used to like wine but he's gone it recently. 13. I've seen her only once Christmas.
voting at
27. They are extracting gold
28. The abuse serious problems.
quartz. alcohol causes
29. You mustn't accept presents strangers. 30. You're not accusing me are you?
stealing,
31. This book has been adapted ancient Greek text.
breakfast. reading the papers.
17. You are no friend 18. You can't judge
an
32. They wrung a confesion convict.
the
33. Why don't we take advantage the situation?
36. I'm ashamed
15. I haven't eaten anything
mine. appearances.
19. We haven't seen each other childhood.
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26. Many people abstained this election.
the dark.
35. My wife doesn't approve
the cold.
20. He's a friend
fruit this year.
34. She's very afraid
14. All these people are suffering
16. I learnt that
all
24. The accused was absolved responsibility.
my father's.
gambling. your behaviour.
37. They are withholding the grant some students.
38. She bought a pound's worth oranges. 39. Many other people are far worse than we are. 40. They have withdrawn these banknotes circulation.
Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
From • Of • Off • Since • With Match numbers with letters 1. We're weary 2. Beware 3. He was begging 4. There was a wonderful view 5. He bought the car
A. from me. B. since Christmas. C. of living in this house. D. from the top of the hill.
E. of the dog.
6. He's capable
F. of doing anything.
7. They are claiming damages
G. from door to door.
8. What's the cause 9. That boy is very careless 10. We'll have to take care 11. What's the use 12. They uncoupled the wagons 13. The boy tumbled 14. I haven't seen her 15. You can't conceal the truth
H. from his friend. I. from the engine. J. of the fire? K. from us. L. of coming early? M. of danger. N. off his bicycle. O. of those children.
1. We're weary
2. Beware 3. He was begging 4. There was a wonderful view 5. He bought the car 6. He's capable 7. They are claiming damages 8. What's the cause 9. That boy is very careless 10. We'll have to take care 11. What's the use 12. They uncoupled the wagons 13. The boy tumbled 14. I haven't seen her 15. You can't conceal the truth
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Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
From • Of • Off • Since • With 1. Don't despair
success.
22. I'm very disappointed your performance.
2. You have to desist 23. She strongly disapproves
your attempt.
smoking. 3. The title descends to him his grandfather.
24. You have to disconnect the washing machine the mains.
4. You'll derive no benefit
that. 25. You must discourage him
5. They were deprived
doing it.
their rights. 26. We have to differentiate one thing 6. We'll have to deal
this problem.
7. I deduced that
the evidence.
the other. 27. He was discussing the game his friends over a beer.
8. The money was deducted his salary.
28. They were discharged
9. They will defend us
any attack.
10. We're delighted
the news.
11. He departed
New York.
the
Army. 29. She was dismissed 30. He dismounted
her job. his horse.
31. We'll have to dispense
12. His memories were tinged
your
services.
sadness. 13. We had trouble
the car.
its
32. They diverted the plane course.
14. He was trembling
rage. 33. His ideas diverge
the truth.
15. The little girl was transfixed 34. He distracted my attention
terror.
the matter. 16. This company is trading 35. I can't distinguish one
Mexico.
the
other. 17. I've been toying
that 36. They tried to dispose
idea myself.
the
body. 18. It's time we got tough 37. They are in permanent dispute
hooligans.
the management. 19. He tossed a glass of beer 38. He was drenched
rain.
39. She has a dread
death.
20. The legs of the table were tipped rubber. 21. His body tensed
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excitement.
40. He's very envious
his sister.
Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
From • Of • Off • Since • With Which is the correct answer? 1. Don't despair
a) of
b) off
12. His memories were tinged
success. c) with
d) from
sadness. a) since
2. You have to desist
13. We had trouble b) with
c) from
d) of
3. The title descends to him
his
b) of
c) off
d) since
4. You'll derive no benefit a) off
b) from
that. c) of
5. He was begging a) since
b) off
d) since door to door.
c) of
d) from
6. We'll have to deal a) of
b) off
this problem, c) since
7. I deduced that a) from
b) of
a) with
d) with
the evidence. c) off
d) with
8. The money was deducted
his
b) of
d) of
the car. c) off
14. He was trembling a) of
grandfather. a) from
c) with
your
attempt. a) off
b) off
b) with
d) from rage.
c) off
d) from
15. She strongly disapproves smoking, a) from
b) with
d) of
c) off
16. You have to disconnect the washing machine the mains, a) from
b) off
c) of
d) since
17. You must discourage him doing it. a) since
b) off
c) from
d) of
18. We have to differentiate one thing the other. a) from
b) with
c) of
d) off
salary. a) of
b) from
c) off
d) with
19. He tossed a glass of beer a) since
9. They will defend us attack. a) off
b) of
11. He departed a) since
d) from
c) of
20. They were discharged b) since
c) from
10. We're delighted a) with
b) off
any
b) off
d) of
the news. c) off
d) from
New York.
c) of
d) from
a) from
b) of
the Army. c) off
21. He was dismissed a) of
b) from
22. He dismounted a) since
b) of
d) with his job.
c) off
d) with his horse,
c) from
d) off
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Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
From • Of • Off • Since • With Answer the following questions: 1. What were the boys expelled from? (school) The boys were. expelled . from school. 2. What shall we extract the juice from? (oranges)
3. Is she familiar with our working methods? (no)
4. Did the little boy fall off the tree? (yes)
5. What was the glass filled with? (water)
6. Have you finished with me yet? (no)
7. What's this man proud of? (his children)
8. Who did he struggle with? (a man)
9. Why don't you take your coat off? (cold)
10. What did they stuff the pillows with? (feathers)
11. Who were you stuck all afternoon with? (little Jim)
12. What does your uncle suffer from? (cancer)
13. What's he suffering from? (loss of memory)
14. What was the old kitchen swarming with? (flies)
15. Who can I swap places with? (Jimmy)
16. What were you swamped with? (applications)
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Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
From • Of • Off • Since • With Ask questions for these answers: 1. These people were stricken with malaria.
what were .these ..people stricken with? 2. She raised a storm of laughter.
? 3. She suffers from depressions.
? 4. Her eyes were stinging with smoke.
? 5. They were stiff with terror.
? 6. They stole money from the bank.
? 7. I bought this from my friend.
? 8. She often speaks of her husband.
? 9. The floor was spotted with ink.
? 10. The little hut was stacked with firewood.
? 11 . You're guilty of negligence.
? 12. She's in the habit of having a coffee after dinner.
? 13. The towel is hanging from the rail.
? 14. No, I haven't heard from my brother yet.
? 15. Yes, I'm happy with this idea.
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Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
From • Of • Off • Since • With
1. The smell
the kitchen
spread to the living room.
2. He's very jealous brother's success.
his
3. I don't know who can help you.
anyone
21. The bride and bridegroom were showered confetti. 22. Don't show the ladies.
in front of
23 Those people were sick cholera.
4. In this ward patients are isolated visitors.
24 She was sick waiting for him.
5. You'd better invest your money a good firm.
25 They secured the building collapse.
6. One always learns one's mistakes.
26. They sought shelter
7. May God keep you all harm.
27 We'll have to get permission the manager.
8. Those bricks are made gold.
28. They were shaking
9. We'll make an athlete you.
29 She's separated her husband.
10. Man was made
the rain.
cold.
dust.
11. They loaded the truck sand. 12. Most women shave the hair their legs.
30. Arabs keep women apart 31. She shook hands
him.
32. I've settled things
her.
33. The little children were shaking cold.
13. I haven't seen her day.
that
14. The little girl was shivering cold.
34. He shook the dust clothes.
his
35. It gives you shade
the sun.
15. They took shelter
the rain.
36. His hand was severed
16. He's showing of the girls.
in front
37. They reached a settlement
17. I shuddered 18. He shook salt cellar.
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his arm.
the employers. fear. the salt
19. They all shuddered fear.
20. They shrieked
men.
laughter.
38. This part is separable other.
the
39. I get good service machine.
this
40. That cheese gives bad smell.
a very
Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Despite • In spite of • Instead of • Instead Despite Es una preposicion que quiere decir 'a pesar de'.
In spite of In spite of igual que despite signified 'a pesar de'.
Instead of Instead of es una preposicion que significa 'en vez de'.
Instead Instead es un adverbio que significa 'en su lugar', 'en vez'.
- We went out despite the bad weather. (Salimos a pesar del mal tiempo)
- We went out in spite of the bad weather. (Salimos a pesar del mal tiempo)
- I'll have coffee instead of tea. (Tomare cafe en vez de te)
- There's no coffee. Would you have some tea instead? (No hay cafe. iQuiere algo de te en su lugar?)
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Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Despite • In spite of • Instead of • Instead 1.
throwing the rubbish away, why don't you recycle it?
2. He ate a big dinner having eaten a big lunch. 3.
20. I'll drink wine
beer.
21 We'll go for a picnic the bad weather.
22 We'll go there.......................................................the
himself, he laughed when she teased him about his coat.
difficulties.
23 They had a nice holiday the weather.
4. She took the money from her mother's purse herself.
24 We've no coffee. Would you like tea
5. He's a good man what he says.
25 Let's play cards
6.
watching TV. all you say, I don't
believe you.
26
wanting to see her again, he refused to answer her letters.
7. They couldn't put the boat in the water their efforts.
27 They sometimes eat rice
8. We won the match the referee.
28
9. They couldn't understand it my explanation.
29
potatoes.
30 My father was ill so I went their swearing it, I
didn't believe them. 12.
Peter, it was John who moved in.
10. I'll give you this card that one. 11
what others say, I think he's a good man.
the rain.
32 It will take hours by car so let's fly
the rain, she went out without her raincoat.
13. He ate a good lunch having eaten an enormous breakfast.
33
his efforts.
35 She went out
the
cold wind.
36 You can have tea coffee if you like.
what
16. He's a good man people say about him.
all his efforts he failed.
34 He failed
14. Many people went to the football match the rain. 15. It's not true you said.
31 They went out
37 We didn't go to Paris, we went to Rome what
38
17. We'll be there on time the difficulties.
their assurances that the product was safe, many people didn't buy it.
39 I didn't go to the Costa Brava, I went to 18. When I was at school I took German French. 19. We'll go to London bad weather.
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Cancun
40 the
.
the fact that there was no hope, the rescue party went out.
Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Into • To • Towards
To
- The children are going to school. (Los ninos van a la escuela)
To por regla general se usa como preposicion aunque en algun caso puede sen adverbio.
- She went to the dentist. (Fue al dentists)
Como preposicion significa 'a', hacia'. Como adverbio significa 'dentro'.
- Push the door to. (Empuj'a la puerta hacia dentro)
Toward, towards
- She came towards me. (Vino hacia mi)
Toward, towards es una preposicion que significa 'hacia', 'en direccion a'.
-I'll make a contribution towards charity. (Hare una contn'bucidn para la caridad)
Into Movimiento hacia un lugar dentro de un espacio o volumen.
- Please come into the office. (Por favor, entra en la oficina.) - They drove into the fog. (Se adentraron en la niebla.)
En la direccion de.
Chocando contra.
- She ran into a lamppost. (Se choco contra una farola.)
Hasta un punto durante algo.
- The soldiers went on walking well into the night. (Los soldados siguieron andando bien entrada la noche.)
Indicando un cambio de forma como resultado de una accion.
- We'll turn the attic into a bedroom. (Convertiremos el atico en una habitacion.)
Indicando cambio a una condicion especificada. Paradividir.
- 2 into 10 goes 5. (10 dividido entre 2 igual a 5.) They fell into the enemy's hands. (Cayeron en poder del enemigo.)
Caer en manos de.
Traducira.
- They came into power in 1982. (Subieron al poder en 1982.)
- He translated it into French. (Lo tradujo al francos.)
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Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Into • To • Towards 21. You haven't replied
1. No, my daughter has never been Rome.
my
question.
2. The money will go
the cost of
22. He reported
the officer.
building a new school.
23. You are required 3. She has never been
sign.
Sweden.
24. They had to resort
action.
4. That man is going to be sent
25. The hooligans offered no resistance
prison.
the police. 5. I've been
Paris five times.
26. They didn't resign themselves 6. A bird flew
the room.
7. I have never been
defeat.
a football
match. 8. Have you ever been
27. It's very restful
the eye.
28. I feel respectful
the
United States?
him.
29. He's only responsible
the
President.
9. Food shortages will get worse the end of the century.
30. The car didn't respond
10. She walked quietly
the room
and sat down.
the
controls.
31. Return the parcel
11. I'm afraid this is going to be a war
32. He retired
the sender. his study.
the death.
33. Put these letters 12. The coast receded
the
reverse
order.
distance. 13. Keep quiet! Read
yourself!
14. The cost of the project has no relation
moorland.
35. I'm very sad
the results. 15. Remember me
34. These fields have reverted
say that your son
had an accident. your mother. 36. Let's not rub salt
the wound.
16. Please, supply the facts relevant
37. They sacrificed an ox
the case.
the
gods. 17. These developments have been released 38. They rushed it
the media. 18. The enemy replied
our fire.
39. That
idea is slowly filtering
mind. 19. The child came running
me.
40. All the people there bowed 20. Let me introduce you friend.
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my
the Queen.
print. her
Using Prepositions
• Exercise Book
Into • To • Towards Which is the correct answer? 12. They admit
1. We have made progress
a) to
reaching an agreement. a) into
b) to
c) towards
2. Why don't you have your book translated French? a) towards
c) to
3. They came
contact with the
enemy. a) into
c) to
4. Don't work harder than you have b) towards
us shouting
b) to
c) into
14. Are you agreeable
our coming
here? b) towards
c) to
15. I'm afraid I don't agree
the
proposal. a) into
a) to
c) towards
angrily.
a) into b) towards
b) into
13. They advanced
a) towards
b) into
stealing your car.
b) to
c) towards
c) into 16. The whole thing amounts
5. He put the car into reverse and bumped a tree. a) towards
thousand dollars. a) to
b) into
one
b) into
c) towards
c) to 17. She resents any allusion
6. Don't abandon yourself
fatness.
despair. a) towards
a) into b) into
her
b) to
c) towards
c) to 18. I'm allergic
7. The soldiers abandoned the castle
a) into
the dust. b) towards
c) to
the enemy. a) to
b) into
c) towards
8. They acceded a) into
my request.
b) to
c) towards
9. James I acceded a) into
b) towards
c) to
11. According
c) towards grandmother, you're
c) to
20. Why don't you divide the money two? a) into
b) to
c) towards
21. They announced our arrival
a) into
b) towards
c) to
22. Have you received an answer your letter yet?
very clever. a) towards
b) into
me.
the President.
my writing. b) into
a) towards
the throne.
10. They have added a commentary a) to
19. They advanced slowly
b) to
c) into
a) towards
b) to
c) into
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Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Into • To • Towards Match numbers with letters 1. The ambulance dashed ... 2.The argument developed ... 3. The police are looking ... 4. The horse broke ... 5. Many people were trampled ... 6. He's a traitor...
B. into the river. C. to death. D. into the matter. E. towards the scene of the accident. F. into a trot.
7. The robbers were traced ...
G. into a chair.
8. The house is divided ...
H. into a fight.
9. You'll have to divide that... 10. They all dived ... 11. Let's not enter... 12. He's engaged ... 13. He's eager... 14. He dropped heavily ... 15. He drove the nail...
1.The ambulance dashed 2. The argument developed 3. The police are looking 4. The horse broke 5. Many people were trampled 6. He's a traitor 7. The robbers were traced 8. The house is divided 9. You'll have to divide that 10. They all dived 11. Let's not enter 12. He's engaged 13. He's eager 14. He dropped heavily 15. He drove the nail
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A. into details.
I. into the wall. J. to the country. K. to South America. L. to my sister. M. into flats. N. to please us. O. into two.
Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Into • To • Towards 1. He fell
22. She's very given
the river.
2. The passengers were secured their seats. 3. The old vase fell
23. Now that he's getting retirement age, he's taken up golf. pieces.
4. The TV set won't fit space.
that
24. We'll have to put a stop that. 25. She was no stranger
5. That's fatal
our plans.
6. Things will get worse
the end
7. They were refused admission the disco.
26. You'll have to pour water this paint.
my
9. They were subjected torture.
29. She stepped sat quietly.
his shoes. the room and
30. The sleeping tiger sprang
10. Don't get sucked
the row.
11. She's the successor throne.
the
32. Do you remember little Mary? She has grown a woman. 33. She pleaded guilty crime.
13. He surrended his gun the police.
34. I'll have to hammer this nail the wall.
14 They supply gas customers.
their
15. Did you suggest that
him?
16. This is a supplement
the
dictionary.
17. These two are suited
each
other. 18. If you sing, it's sure
rain. the wall. dust. debt.
life.
31. All those people can be split groups.
12. Don't surrender yourself despair.
21. We've gone
a
28. You'll never step
8. Is she agreeable coming to the party?
20. It was ground
him.
27. Some of this money goes pension fund.
of the month.
19. Fix this
pessimism.
35. The Prince is the heir crown. 36. This is the first step unity. 37. This house is identical one. 38. He's indifferent of the journey. 39. We must inquire further matter.
the
the
greater
that
the dangers
the
40. These people are insensitive pain.
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Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Into • To Ask questions for these answers: 1. The missile soared into the air. What did
?
2. These people are smuggling tobacco into the country. Where
?
3. We must keep to the rules. What
?
4. This path leads to the village. Where
?
5. She's married to my brother. Who(m)
?
6. We're looking forward to our holidays. What
?
7. That building looks to the south. Where
?
8. He married into the aristocracy. What
?
9. She shone her torch into the cellar. What
?
10. They signalled to the soldiers. Who(m)
?
11. This paper is sensitive to light. What
?
12. The young girl sat next to me. Who(m)
?
13. They offered some money to us. Who(m)
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?
Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Into • To • Towards 1.The soldiers fought man.
the last
21. That's an exception rule.
2. The house faces the east.
22. I object
3. The news will be broadcast eight o'clock.
23. He was transformed prince.
4. If you are not careful, you'll walk a trap.
24. He's married daughter. two
6. A bus hit my car; it ran
it.
8.Will you see very busy.
twelve goes
other
people. ? the Pacific
Ocean. records
all morning.
30. He's deaf
the world.
31. The old man flew me.
a rage.
32. The old man went 33. She stepped
12. Please, make a contribution charity.
a coma. a fortune.
34. He's stubborn, he sticks
13. They were sentenced
death.
his
guns.
35. You'll never amount
14. We'll investigate; we'll look the matter.
anything. yourself.
16. We are responsible only
36. Your son has fallen
bad
habits.
37. Please translate this letter
God.
20. He has grown
the car, will you?
29. He's been listening
11. The arrow came straight
19. He's the heir
25. Get
28. This river flows
the supper, I'm
four times.
18. We have to keep
the manager's
27. Who does this hat belong
9. After college I found a job easily; I walked one.
17. That's the key
a
26. He's always very kind
7. 'Investigate it!' 'All right, I'll look one.'
15. Please, read
being given orders
by a woman.
5. We divided the money parts.
10. Three
the
French. the problem.
38. The two little monkeys clung each other.
the rules. the throne. a man.
39. He was called
the priesthood.
40. Bills are eating
my savings.
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Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Round • Around • About
Las tres palabras son parecidas pero no exactamente lo mismo. Las diferencias mas importantes son:
Hand the papers round/around. (Reparte los papeles)
Round y around se usan para hablar de un movimiento alrededor de un punto. About no se suele usar en ese sentido. Round y around tambien se usan con el sentido de repartir. Las tres palabras pueden significar 'por aqui y por alla', 'por todo'.
Around y about se usan en sentido de 'aproximadamente'.
- He was wandering about/ around/round. (Estuvo vagando por ahi)
- There were about/around twenty people. (Habia unas veinte personas)
Round puede ser preposicion, adverbio, adjetivo y sustantivo.
- They went round the world. (Fueron alrededor del mundo)
Como preposicion significa 'alrededor de'.
Como adverbio significa 'por todas partes'.
- Don't leave papers scattered round. (No dejes los papeles por todas partes)
Como adjetivo significa 'redondo'.
Como sustantivo significa 'ronda' o 'circuito'.
Around Puede ser preposicibn o adverbio. Como preposicion significa 'alrededor de'. 'a eso de'.
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- They played a round of golf. (Jugaron una ronda de golf)
- They all sat at a round table. (Todos se sentaron alrededor de una mesa redonda)
- They walked slowly around the house. (Caminaron despacio alrededor de la casa) - I'll go there around five. (Ire alrededor de las cinco)
Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Round • Around • About 1. That boy is mad planes.
model
21. She sent her daughter to the baker's.
2. The six people were sitting the table.
22. Keep me posted situation.
3. Let's sit
23. These children are always playing
the fire.
4. I've been walking park all afternoon.
the 24. We're very pleased results.
5. I'll show you
the city.
6. I'll come and see you five o'clock. 7. How our holidays?
the bush,
10. Stop messing something.
and do
11. The word is going are leaving the company.
that you
13. It'll be finished
Christmas.
14. Juan Sebastian Elcano was the first man to sail the world. 15. What are you thinking 16. The car swept 17. I'm going 18. She often travels
? the corner. to Mary's. the world.
30. She raves cooking.
you in the it. French
31. He rattled on novels.
his it.
33. I'll refresh your memory that. 34. He reminisces experiences.
his
35. She's very reticent plans. 36. You're right
her that.
37. Little Jimmy is very sad his cat's death. 38. They were running
19. 'Is she a prostitute?' 'Well, she sleeps
39. There were people.
20.We'll shop
40.1 didn't see anybody
a bit.
ten
29. I don't give a rap
32. Keep quiet
a bit longer and you'll
, will you!
27. I'll be there in minutes. 28. We read paper.
9. Stop beating will you!
the
25. I'm very particular punctuality. 26. Stop pushing
going to Italy for
8. The children are running the garden.
12. Stick see her.
the
twenty
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Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
During • For
During During se usa cuando algo sucedio. Va seguido por el articulo the o de algun adjetivo posesivo.
There was a storm during tne
night. (Hubo una tormenta durante
la noche)
- 1 had an amazing experience during my military service. (Tuve una experiencia asombrosa durante mi servicio militar)
PQP For se usa para indicar cuanto tiempo duro algo. Va seguido de algun numero o articulo indeterminado.
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- 1 was in hospital for six days. (Estuve en el hospital durante seis dias) - ! t was rainingfor an nour(Estuvo lloviendo durante una hora)
Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
During • For 21. I've known her
the interval.
1. He had a smoke
22. She didn't feel well
2. The film will be shown on TV
the
driving test.
the weekend.
3. She woke up several times
the
night.
4. I saw him
days.
6. It must have rained
the night,
the ground is wet.
8. Production stopped
the strike.
9. He has worked here months.
six
10. He didn't feel well examination.
25. This mansion has been empty
twenty years. the interval.
27. He won't be back
another week.
28. I ate a sandwich
the break.
29. They work by day.
the
11. We watched television
the
26. I'll stretch my legs
a year.
7. I haven't been home
23. The children have been watching TV hours. 24. My wife fell asleep concert.
my holidays.
5. I haven't seen him
the night and sleep
30. I was stationed in Libya war.
two
the
31. She often wakes up
hours. 12. We met many people
our stay
the night.
32. The film will be shown on TV the week.
in Paris. 13. We never go out
33. I haven't seen her
the week.
six months.
a long time.
15. When I was ill I couldn't eat anything
35. We walked
several days. 16. I fell asleep
ages.
34. That bird has been over there
14. My brother has been out of work
36. I'll drive ages.
two
hours last night. 19. We haven't seen each other
a
37. They won the trophy third year running.
the
38. I'll do the shopping
lunch
time. 39. I'm just going to sleep
long time.
20. That house has been empty
a little longer.
Then you drive.
Where have you been?
18. We watched television
miles before we
saw it.
the film.
17. I have been waiting
years.
a long time.
six
half
an hour. 4O. I haven't played tennis
years. 45 STANLEY
Using Prepositions
• Exercise Book
As • Like As As como preposicion se usa para hablar de un trabajo, funcidn, uso o papel que desempena una persona o cosa. Como adverbio lo usamos para comparer situaciones o acciones diciendo que son similares. Como conjuncion significa 'durante el tiempo'.
- I worked as a waiter for six months. (Trabaje como camarero durante seis meses)
She ran away from home as her sister had years before. (Se escapo de casa como lo habi'a hecho su hermana anos antes) She is as tall as her father. (Es tan alta como su padre)
- He watched her as she combed her hair. (La miraba mientras se peinaba)
There is nothing like home. (No hay nada como el hogar)
Like Like puede ser preposicion, adjetivo, adverbio y conjuncion.
Fight like a man. (Lucha como un hombre)
Como preposicion significa 'como'.
Como adverbio significa 'probablemente', 'a lo mejor', 'parecido'.
- It's nothing like. (No se parece en nada)
Como adjetivo significa 'semejante', 'similar'
Cuando se usa como conjuncion tiene el significado de 'como'.
- Do it like him. (Hazlo como el)
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They are as like as two peas. (Se parecen como dos gotas de agua/guisantes)
Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
As • Like 1. He was dressed policeman.
a
21. You look of bed.
2. I've always wanted to have a house yours. 3. That woman looks a bit Queen of England.
22. What I said was meant joke. the
4. Sorry, but this man is unqualified a teacher.
6. This is the same had.
the one I
7. Your car is just
mine.
8. That girl is just
her mother.
9.
23. My head felt hammering on my skull.
a teacher he's not very
somebody was
25. She acts
she's stupid.
26. She acts queen.
if she were the
27. He spoke
he was a foreigner.
28. Is Japanese food 29. I'm speaking
good. 10. He went to the fancy-dress party dressed a banana.
30. She's very looks.
11. I like bright colours yellow.
31. Treat me
red and
12. She was praised
a
24. The necklace was reported to the police being stolen.
an actor.
5. He's renowned
you've just got out
an actress.
Chinese? your employer. her father in
a friend.
32. You've got a jumper just that.
13. I prefer clothes made in natural material cotton.
33. You must accept them equals.
14 He's not very good film director.
34. Her hair was soft, it was just silk.
15. It looks in the office until late.
a
I'm going to be
35. I respect him 36. She sings
a writer. an angel.
a child he had lived in
16.
37.
japan. 17. It was just the bride.
him to kidnap 38. What's their new flat
18. Use your coat 19. It looks 20. The news came
a child he was sent to three different schools.
a blanket. rain. no surprise.
39. He works
? a courier.
40. They entered the building disguised cleaners.
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Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Below • Down • Under • Beneath • Underneath Below
- That woman lives below us. (Esa mujer vive debajo de nosotros)
Below puede ser preposicion y adverbio. Como preposicion significa 'debajo de'. Como adverbio significa 'abajo'. - Below there are people waiting. (Abajo hay gente esperando)
Under Under puede ser preposicion y adverbio.
- I found my socks under the bed. (Encontre mis calcetines debajo de la cama)
Como preposicion significa 'debajo de', 'bajo'. Como adverbio significa 'mas abajo', 'debajo'.
Beneath
It was buried under tons of bricks. (Estaba enterrado debajo de toneladas de ladrillos)
- He kept it beneath his coat. (Lo guardo bajo su abrigo)
Beneath puede ser preposicion y adverbio. Como preposicion significa 'bajo'. Como adverbio significa 'debajo'.
Underneath
There was an awning with a table and chairs beneath. (Habi'a un toldo con una mesa y sillas debajo)
- The garage is underneath my bedroom. (El garajeestadebajo de mi dormitorio)
Underneath puede ser preposicibn y adverbio. Como preposicion significa 'debajo de', 'bajo'. Como adverbio significa 'debajo', 'por debajo'.
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- The base is very strong and it has iron underneath. (La base es muy fuerte y tiene hierro debajo)
Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Below • Down • Under • Beneath • Underneath 1. There's nothing new the sun.
21. She smoothed
her dress.
22. You mustn't write
2. I don't want all my hard work to go the drain.
this line.
23. The trees bent
the
weight of the snow. 3. She ran her finger list of ingredients.
the 24. I feel depressed; the bad news got me
4. Please do not write
this line. 25. My car broke
5. The temperature remained freezing all day. 6. The boat passed bridge.
on my
way here.
the
26. It all boils
to this.
27. She's going to marry
7. She doesn't want to marry her. She's very proud. 8. People allowed in here.
18 are not
herself. you to lie.
28. It's
29. The timber was going
the
river.
9. The garage of the house is our apartment.
30. The food will be cooked in two minutes; in Just one minute in fact.
10. The trees bent
the weight.
11. Those soldiers acted
31. There's a lot of water passing the bridge.
orders.
12. The hunter brought the deer
32. There's a cellar
13. Don't stay up there, climb that tree.
33. A sergeant is
14.lt comes "dictionaries*.
the house. a captain
in rank. the heading
34. I think that it is
your dignity.
35. The thief climbed 15. Jimmy, turn please! I can't hear myself.
that radio,
the
wall to the ground. 36. The little plane flew
16. At the sound of the trumpets, the walls of Jericho tumbled
37. The murderer had a knife
17. Finally the plane touched safely.
his coat. 38. The bridge is
18. That man's finished. He's gone
19. She's 20. The traffic slowed
the
bridge.
stress. to a crawl.
repair.
39. The temperature was well zero. 40. Sign here,
this line.
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Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Against • Opposite • In front of Against Against es una preposicion que significa
- They fought against the enemies of the country. (Lucharon contra los enemigos del pai's)
'contra'. - We'll have to take precautions against the cold. (Tendremos que tomar precauciones contra el frio)
Opposite, in front of - The bank is opposite Cuando hablamos de cosas que estan al otro lado usamos opposite.
In front of In front of es lo contrario de behind. Una persona o cosa que esta in front of alguien, esta mas cerca de la parte delantera de una linea o una cola, etc., de lo que estas tu.
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the church. (El banco esta en frente de la iglesia)
- There was a huge truck in front of us for miles. (Habi'a un enorme camion delante de nosotros durante millas)
Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Against • Opposite • In front of 1. They'll probably decide any changes. They don't like changes. 2. They've decided I m afraid. 23. 3.They didn t like it; they declared
21. She was leaning wall it,
the
22. This paint is a shield t rust rust.
23. That old witch is trying to set you J
me
the scheme.
4. Our army defends our country our enemies.
24. There was a huge rock us.
5. I'm the idea that it's 25. Bushes scraped a woman's job to bring up the children. window. 6. You're to put a tick the answer that you think is correct.
the car
26. They're scheming President
the
7. He sold the house even though it was27.Thejudge my wishes. our appeal. 8. They're in the building the Post Office. 28. They've started proceedings me. 9. They advised me marrying him. 29. This warm clothing will protect you 10. He told me not to go. He advised me going there.
30. You're either for us or
11. Are you going to appeal
us.
the
decision? 12. The actress had always dreamed of
31. People protested 32 putthe piano jn the
Tom
apperaing Cruise.
that law. comer
the door. us
13. Are you covered fire and theft?
33 The little car drove
14. I thought she'd he small and ugly but she
34. They might retaliate
us.
was exactly the 15. He was standing us
35. The people revolted dictator.
the
'
for
16. She testified
me.
17. I'm afraid his record tells him
18.That goes rules.
miles
-
36. Human nature revolts such injustice. 37
The man sittjng
'
is a
detective. the
38. The two hooligans were leaning the wall.
19. They voted to strike redundancies. 20. He insured the house fire and theft.
39 Our sh
-
°P is
40. She sat meal.
the
church.
him during the
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Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Out of • Outside • Out Out
- The workers were all out. (Todos los trabajadores estaban fuera)
Out como adverbio significa 'fuera'. Out como preposicion significa 'fuera', 'por'.
- She ran out the door. (Salio por la puerta corriendo) - She threw it out the window. (Lo tiro por la ventana)
Out of Out of es una preposicion que significa 'fuera de'.
- The patient is already out of danger. (El paciente estaya fuera de peligro)
Outside
- He's waiting outside the office. (Elestaesperando fuera de la oficina)
Outside puede ser preposicitin, adjetivo, adverbio, y sustantivo.
Como preposicion significa 'fuera de'. - 'Where's he?' 'He's outside.' Donde esta?' 'Esta fuera.')
Como adverbio significa 'fuera', 'afuera'. Como adjetivo significa 'exterior', 'externo'. Como sustantivo significa 'el exterior'.
- They don't know anything of the outside world. (No saben nada del mundo exterior)
- They painted the outside of the house. (Pintaron el exterior de la casa)
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Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Out of • Outside • Out 1. I'm beginning to run patience.
21. The old man has run
2. Children, don't go playground!
the school
22. We have to stamp
terrorism.
23. The fish slipped
3. I'm not concerned with what they do working hours.
24. I think I'll sit
4. Somebody is waiting for you the office.
his hand. this dance; I'm tired.
25. He smoothed
5. They had a son
wedlock.
the piece of paper.
26. Specially trained dogs can sniff drugs.
6. They managed to wring a promise him. 7. The sergeant called names.
steam.
27. He sneaked their
the house and
disappeared. 28. The convicts shot their way
8. His new book has just come
prison. 9. We had better keep Let's go away.
trouble.
12. The little boy thrust tongue.
a terrible smell.
30. It's very cold
10. The piano sounds terrible. It's tune. 11. He dropped
29. Your socks give
31. Suddenly a shot rang the contest.
32. It's time to get
the rut.
his 33. My patience is running
13. You'd better sweat that cold
34. Let's carry
a test to see if he's
suitable. 14. She was swindled 15. How did you find arrived?
$100. I had
we must solve it.
16. He lost his temper and struck wildly. 17. The lights went film started. 18. The teacher gave exam papers. 19. He stormed took his coat and left. 20. His tongue was sticking
35. We must work this problem
36. The storm wiped and the
the village.
37. I'll make it clear; I'll spell it for you.
the
the room,
38. Someone has let the secret 39. Three prisoners broke
prison.
40. John and his wife have fallen they've quarrelled.
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For • By • Along
For
- This is for you. (Esto es para ti)
For es una preposicidn con muchi'simas posibilidades de uso. Todas ellas estan detalladas en la primera parte del libro Guide to Prepositions - pag. 17.
By By significa 'cerca de', parecido a near. Aunque by da la idea de ma's aproximacitin.
We live near the sea. (Vivimos cerca del mar) (quiza a un par de kilometres)
By tambien tiene el significado de 'no mas tarde de'.
We live by the sea. (Vivimos junto al mar) (a unos pocos metres)
- It has to be done by five o'clock. (Tiene que estar hecho para las cinco)
Along Along puede ser preposicion o adverbio.
- I was walking along the street. (Estaba caminando por la calle)
Como preposicidn significa 'por'. Como adverbio significa 'siempre', 'constantemente', 'contigo', etc.
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I knew it all along. (Lo sabfa todo el tiempo) Bring it along. (Trfelo contigo)
Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
For • By • Along 1. She enrolled course.
a secretarial
22. They are advertising
a new
secretary.
2. He ended
eating it.
3. My brother is eager
23. He was very much affected success.
4. He's been due long time.
promotion for a
the
news. 24. In this company we're aiming steady growth.
5. You'll see the Post Office further the road. 6. I have no time
25. You've got a lot to answer
that nonsense.
26. The policeman asked the crowd to move
7. Come to the party and bring some friends 27. Why didn't you apply 8. He's an electrician
trade.
9. We were amazed told us. 10. Let's go
a grant?
28. Please, arrange a time and a place the meeting.
what he
29. There's someone asking that corridor.
you.
30. He was none the worse
11. Walk the corridor and you'll find it on the right. 12. I'm afraid we'll have to abide rules.
the
13. The children were absorbed reading of the story.
the
the
adventure. 31. I'll put a good word in
her.
32. It's wonderful; we couldn't wish any more.
14. Let's hope
33. Come
a quick settlement.
15. We can walk
the river bank.
16. People always act
a reason.
or we'll be late.
34. The little girl was weeping
joy. 35. Who gives him the authority such a decision?
17. The textbook was adapted
use 36. You have to learn to think
in school. 18. She writes
the local newspaper.
19. She was full of admiration courage.
his
Browns.
37. She got more than she had bargained
38. He was bored to tears
20. I used to admire my father his intelligence. 21. The baby was adopted
yourself.
39. Don't blame me the
40. They were bitten
her chat. the accident. mosquitoes.
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Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
For • By • Along Which is the correct answer? 1. He bid
one of Picasso's
14. How much are you charging
pictures. a) for
a) along b) by
c) along
2. Let's begin a) by
c) for
b) for
?
c) along
a) for
b) by
this
c) by
a) along b) along
c) by
c) along
b) along
11. Let's walk
a cigarette? c) for
12. She cried
13. She covered up a) for
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c) along
c) by
b) by
b) for
truck.
c) for
a) by
a) for
c) along
c) for
c) along
b) along
c) for two.
b) by
c) along
24. He entered the house a) along
a) by
b) for
the back door. c) by his responsibilities.
b) along
c) for
26. Why don't you spare a thought those poor people?
his crimes. c) along
the
it.
25. He's tied up
joy. b) along
b) by
23. Let's divide it murder.
this path. b) for
b) by
22. Let's toss
10. This man was tried b) for
c) along
gold. a) by
c) for
9. May I trouble you b) along
trouble.
b) by
21. These people trade furs and skins the death
of his mother.
a) by
c) for
championship. a) for
b) for
8. He was deeply troubled
a) along
b) along
20. He has been training human
consumption.
a) by
skilled workers is
19. The goods are transported
7. This meat is unfit
a) by
a) by
a) for
teaching.
a) by
power. c) for
18. You're asking b) for
6. I'm afraid he's unqualified
a) by
b) along
high.
machine.
a) for
c) by
17. The demand
c) along
5. I've no further use
a) along
b) along
16. I have no desire a) by
4. The church is very close
you to start
work today. a) for
3. How's your new book coming a) by
c) by
15. It's not convenient
revising the books.
b) along
b) for
this?
a) for
b) by
c) along
Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
For • By Match numbers with letters 1.1 thank you 2. He was hanged 3.1 don't feel sympathy 4. She took the little child 5. He developed a taste
A. by the river. B. for a pay increase. C. for good things. D. for divorce. E. for two years.
6. I was working in that factory
F. for your help.
7. Excuse me
G. for being late.
8. She entered 9. It's six o'clock 10. I found you 11. Five multiplied by three 12. We'll strike 13. Ten divided by two 14. The old house stood 15. He sued her
H. by the side door. I. for murder. J. by sheer luck. K. by my watch.
L for her. M. equals fifteen. N. by the hand. O. equals five.
1. I thank you 2. He was hanged 3. I don't feel sympathy 4. She took the little child 5. He developed a taste 6. I was working in that factory. 7. Excuse me 8. She entered 9. It's six o'clock 10. I found you 11. Five multiplied by three 12. We'll strike 13. Ten divided by two 14. The old house stood 15. He sued her
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Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Assorted Typing One 1
th Army. When he finished e
my friends went2
basic training the sergeant said: "I see that you have learnt typing3 you a job
5
school. I'm going4
give
headquarters."
My friend, wanting no part 6 "Yes, but I was very bad
7
an office job, replied: typing."
The sergeant said: "Well, we're very short 8 He gave him a piece 11
9
typists. I'll give you a little test." paper and, pointing10
the other end
the room where there was an electric typewriter and an adding machine, said:
"Go over there and type a couple12
paragraphs 13
this newspaper.'
My friend did as he was ordered. However, he typed very slowly and made many mistakes. The sergeant looked 14 15
the typed paper very briefly as he took it
my friend's hand.
"That's fine," he said. "You'll start work tomorrow at eight." "But aren't you going16
check my test first?" asked my friend.
The sergeant smiled. "You passed the test," he replied, "when you sat down 17 and not
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18
the adding machine."
the typewriter
Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Assorted 1. It's raining and you came
your
21. The secretary was abashed
umbrella.
her boss's criticism.
2 This wine should be consumed
22. We were all accommodated
the year.
lodgings.
3. They are put in different groups
23. We'll have to get acquainted the new machine.
their ability.
4. Don't come too
me or you'll
24. She had a long acquaintance that family.
catch a cold.
5. He was driving for hours
25. Why don't you write father
taking a break.
6. Finishing the book? No, I'm nowhere
26. That man writes articles
finishing it.
him.
easy.
9. I understand everything he killed her.
why
28. I'm back
for the
first course.
29. Her remarks made me writhe shame.
flowers.
32. I agree
12. The small boy was jumping
arthritis.
34. Her mother was amazed
13. Any day
Sunday suits me. an inch of succeeding.
15. I spent hours
seeing anybody.
16. I live in the house
the green
door.
17. I couldn't have done it
for the bend at high
speed. the traffic
light.
20. She changed her mind on the day
the
changes produced in her.
35. They allied themselves
the
enemy.
36. They were all alarmed
the
noise.
37. That old woman alternates kindness cruelty.
him.
the wedding.
you about that.
33. My wife is afflicted
joy.
19. It's the last street
the washing
machine?
31. The altar was adorned saying that I'll help
you all I can.
18. The car went
my holidays. I'm
30. What's wrong
10. The meal was excellent
14. We are
a prescription.
going to write a letter.
8. The problem is anything
11. It goes
politics.
27. The doctor wrote
7. He became an English teacher as his father had
your it?
38. I was very angry
her for
making that mistake.
39. My mother is very annoyed my brother.
40. We're all very anxious
my
father's health.
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• Exercise Book
Assorted Crossword with prepositions,
Across
Down
1. Not inside.
1. Not under.
5. Not in.
2. He is going
8. Not square. 10. The runners ran
3. I live Westminster Abbey.
12. My son is studying economics University. 13. Not far.
18. Get
19. As.
London.
4. They were all there 5. We live 6. Wait
I tell you. of here!
something.
I come back.
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the bed.
9. Over. 11. She walked
the shop.
14. We'll get there at
4 o'clock.
15. I've been waiting
two o'clock.
16. He jumped
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Peter.
the bank.
7. The cat is
16. That reminds me 17. Wait
Bristol
school.
the roof of the car.
Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Assorted Complete the joke with prepositions. Guillotines. Three spies 2
1
across the Channel were about to be guillotined revolutionary Paris, in 1789.
The executioner asked Jones, the Welshman, "Do you want to be beheaded 3
your back or your front?".
"4
my back", said Jones. "I'm not afraid 5
So Jones was laid 6
death".
his back 7
the blade. The executioner
pulled the lever... and the blade jammed. Jones was reprieved because no man can be sentenced
8
death twice.
Millbank was next. He too chose
9
face the blade. Again the blade
jammed and Millbank was reprieved. Patrick was third. "Back or front?" "If it's good enough Millbank, it's good enough back
13
11
10
me". So Patrick was laid
Jones and 12
his
the blade.
"Wait a minute", he said. "I think I can see why it jams."
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Assorted 1. You'd better switch
electricity
gas.
2. We'll strike
sympathy them.
3.1 want to talk things over
him.
4. The two women talked the night 5. His property extends
those hills.
6. They're doing experiments
rats.
7. The poor boy has fallen love that girl. hunger. fitness.
10. She fell
23. It's no good grieving past mistakes. 24. I'm grateful you've done
what me.
25. She's grateful
you your help.
26. That goes
saying.
28. We went
holiday June.
29.1 live
17 Elm Road,
a chair.
11. I'm in love
her. I fell
London. 30. He lives
London Road,
her.
12. She felt
Bristol.
in the dark the light switch.
13. She fought didn't want to cry. 14.
his arrival airport he asked
16. He's still
31. He was standing
the a taxi. peace at the war.
prison. He's been for years.
17. She was
a child.
18. They are stripping the bark the trees.
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33. She got walked towards him. 34. I'll be there first thing morning, 35. I'll see you
approval.
36. I'll do the shopping supermarket
her horse and
the sunrise.
the the corner. the eye
me
39. You can't stop them 40. He stoked coal.
the
an hour's time, the hairdresser's.
38. She struck her umbrella.
2I.They were arrested suspicion having stolen the money.
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32. There was a lamp standing corner the room.
37. There was nobody could see.
19. We'll have to suck the poison the wound. 20. They submitted plans the council
the corner the street.
her tears. She
15. We are moment, not
the
27. The best man gave the bride
8. The poor people fainted 9. She's fanatical
22. She's grieving death of her husband.
doing that. the boiler
Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Assorted
ACROSS 1. The temperature is
2. He sat 3. They work
zero.
her. 9 to 5.
4. There was another coat of paint 5. The athletes ran
the stadium and went on
along the avenue. 6. Let's get
1. I've seen you
of here.
7. The house stood
DOWN
the two hills.
4. Wait here
somewhere. we come back.
8. The stable is
the house.
9. My house is
the station.
10. My mother is
all suspicion.
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Assorted Crossword with prepositions
Down
Across 1. The plane flew
the clouds.
3. Translate this
French, please.
5. They all came to the party 8. Don't run
-Mary.
the road!
9. I'm waiting
9 o'clock.
11. Throw
those old papers.
12. She walked
without saying hello.
15. Walk as far
the bridge.
16.Is that
me?
17. The little girl is
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1. In 1945 the British fought Germans. 2. We are flying
France.
4. The children are going .... school. 6. We walked
the woods.
7. It's very difficult time to do it. 10. My house is
I haven't got the
the church.
13. The circus will be here 14. The supermarket is
her mother.
the
15. We'll meet
Sunday. the main road.
6 o'clock.
Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Assorted Putting out the fire When this oil well caught fire 1 the middle 2 the desert, the 3 Arabs thought first calling a famous American firefighter, Clint McClean. But as he was unable to come due 4 a recent accident, they 5 6 had settle second best - Paddy McFerson, the Irish expert. McFerson agreed 7 phone 8 do the job and then took full details 9 the size 10 the fire, the damage 11 derricks, 12 13 14 etc. Then, he rushed the spot a matter hours. The Arabs watched anxiously as McFerson's old transport plane landed 15 the runway. Almost as soon as the plane touched down, an enormous fire engine shot 16 and sped 17 the fire. The Arabs' anxiety turned 18 amazement as the fire engine plunged 19 20 right the centre the fire and 21 jumped six 22 23 green-clad figures who beat madly the flames old potato 24 2S 26 sacks. They battled hours the flames and last astonishingly the fire was put 27 As McFerson and his roasted helpers climbed back 28 handed a cheque 29 $10,000.
the truck he was
"The first thing we'll do, lads", he whispered hoarsely, "is fix the brakes the bloody truck".
30
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Assorted 1. We're very sceptical
that.
2. They made a hole
the sand.
3. There's scope
improvement.
4.Jimmy had a scrape brother.
6. The old woman scowled
me.
7. She scoured the grease floor.
the
his latest book.
the scope
13. Her fans screamed excitement.
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search of a cure the disease.
32. The police searched us drugs. the presence the king. 34.They pricked the balloon pin.
a
35. They projected a slide screen.
the his ears.
37.The money paid is proportional the amount of work. reporters.
20. She scrubbed the stain table.
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weapons.
36. The dog pricked
19. She scrubbed the stain
21. She kept it a secret brothers and sisters.
gold.
old
17. The sale is scheduled tomorrow. 18. We had a scuffle
29. They searched us
33. We were the exits to the
15. These children are schooled good manners. 16. There's a scheme manufacturing paper rags.
27. We can't screen you the anger those people.
31. We're
the roof has been hours.
14. Police sealed place.
the courage to
30. Fruit is cheaper when it is season.
11. The mother was screaming the boy. 12. The cat meowing
26. She screwed tell him.
28. The rock was seamed
us.
10. That doesn't come the book.
23. He's very good. He's second none.
25. The trees screened the house view.
5. The players scrambled possession the ball.
9. They scored a goal
the secret.
24. Nobody can be totally secluded the world.
his
8. He scored
22. I'll let you
the her
38. The penance was in propitiation their sins. 39. The law prohibits shops selling spirits to young people. 40. Let's put this theory the proof.
Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Assorted You will find 11 prepositions in this word square. B
E
F
0
R
E
A
M
C
X
T
K
J
L
M
L
'
T
N
U
B
' G
I
D
C
W
U
0
V
X
T
E
E
N
A
B
I
Y
V
z
S
A
Y
F
T
M
S
T
U
E
T
0
P
0
U
0
0
P
H
S
R
R
S
A
N
T
S
R
L
I
K
E
G
H
0
D
G
H
0
U
N
T
S
R
P
0
I
S
P
U
V
S
S
0
R
C
A
0
0
P
N
S
I
X
A
B
C
T
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U
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Assorted 1. There was a man 2. There
the window.
is someone
22. I'm always here
the park.
3
There was paint
the ceiling.
4
The picture was the door.
the wall
5
She was sitting class.
23. There was a strange man plane. 24.I saw her
has been office all morning.
the
work
26. The garden is house.
the Alps.
8. There were many people concert in the Albert Hall. 9. I saw him 3 o'clock.
28. There were dirty marks 29. She was standing class.
the ceiling. the back of the
the station, 30. The train has arrived time.
11. The tall woman was standing the window. 12. My office is
the station
31. They spent the morning the lake. 32. Put the picture
the fourth floor.
13. In most countries you drive
the
right. London very late.
15. It was written
33. Bath is a small town Bristol.
the
16. 'Where's the medicine?' 'It's bottle.' 17. We live 25 Elm Road.
35. We live studying
the bottle.
Manchester,
18. I know somebody who lives Street.
the road to
19. It's written
the front page,
36. I'll be at the club the evening.
39. We went
sea.
21. I don't do any work
weekends.
8 o'clock
McDonald's
38. He had a beer the corner.
the top. 20. All the fishing boats are
the river. Oxford; my son is Oxford University.
37. We'll eat High Street. Bombay
a boat
the other wall.
34. We have a house
14. We arrived
68
the ground floor.
the
10. He wasn't standing the door; he was the corridor.
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the hairdresser's
the back of the
27. She lives
7. They have a house
the
the bus.
25. My mother's the moment.
the back of the
6. He
Christmas.
the little pub
the museum; we were the museum.
40.I was
school 1981.
1970
Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Assorted Which is the correct answer? 1. I must apologize to you late. i'm sorry. a) for c) became of
being
him
b) became
a) with/around
b) for/about
d) to
c) of/round
d) with/about
11. The bird flew a) out of c) outside
the window. b) out d) from
12. She was standing a) by
the crossroads. b) over
you.
2. i'm not going to argue
a) to
b) for
c) with
d) of
3. They kept arguing for and
the
right to strike, a) again
b) against
c) for
d) with the depths.
a) with
b) of
c) by
d) from Paris
10 o'clock, a) in/in
b) in/at
c) at/at
d) at/in
6. The train arrived
c) at
d) on
13. We aren't allowed to go
4. The monster arose
5. We'll arrive
10. I think I'll have a word it.
the river.
a) underneath
b) after
c) behind
d) beyond
14. There must have been
2,000
people. a) over
b) above
c) after
d) on
the station just
time. a) at/on
b) at/at
c) in/in
d) in/on
7. The pilot wrestled
the controls
of the plane.
a) for
b) of
c) with
d) at
8. Let me wrap this handkerchief your arm. a) around
b) about
c) over
d) in
9. They worked
a plan.
a) over
b) out
c) about
d) for
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Assorted 1. What's
the Odeon cinema?
2. They always go still church.
mass. They are
21. What time are we expected arrive the hotel?
3. I was brought don't like the town.
the country. I
22. We arrived hours late.
4. He was jailed still
ten years. He's
23. My father's gone He's his way 24. Mr Smith is work.
prison.
5. I'll be work o'clock this evening.
six
6. He had a bad accident last month and he's still hospital.
Frank's house
church. I want to go
27. My mother is coming speak
a long time. I your wedding. the Festival
31. The Charleston was a popular dance the 20's.
33. The Titanic sank 34. We usually go Sundays.
15. You weren't
35. I can't sleep
the party, were you? home ill
the same
30. It's impossible me go the moment.
14. It was a slow train. It stopped every little station.
she was
the age
32. America was discovered 1492.
13. He speaks good Spanish. He studied Madrid a year.
16. My secretary wasn't
the school the teacher.
29. If everybody speaks time, nobody will understand.
10. Mary and Jean are students Harvard University.
12. There's a concert Hall tonight.
the prison the convict.
28. She got married 20.
9. I won't be home tomorrow, I'll be John's.
11. I haven't seen Jean last saw her
his office. He's
25. The lawyer went speak 26. Let's go
the office. work.
mass.'
7. 'Where were you last night?' 'I was the cinema.' 8. We had a party last night.
Majorca seven
work today, bed.
1912. a walk night.
36. My father is 59; he'll probably retire a few years' time.
17. I had a strange feeling when I first arrived this country.
37. I always take my wife our wedding anniversary.
18. When the two boys arrived cinema they went
38. Both horses arrived same time.
the
the
19. They arrived London early the morning.
39. It was a short story and I wrote it a couple hours.
20. What time do you usually arrive the office the morning?
40. I work hard
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the week, and relax weekends.
Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Assorted Answer the following questions: 1. What are they doing experiments with? (rats) ...They
are
doing
experiments
with
rats..
2. Who has this boy fallen in love with? (that girl)
3. What did she fight back? (her tears)
4. What do you have to suck the poison out of? (the wound)
5. What is she grateful to him for? (his help)
6. When did they go on holiday? Qune)
7. Where does he live? (Elm Road/London)
8. Where was the policeman standing? (corner/street)
9. Where was the lamp standing? (corner/room)
10. Where do you live? (17 Elm Street/Bristol)
11. What is she grieving over? (death/husband)
12. What was the man arrested on? (suspicion/having stolen the money)
13. What did he stoke up the boiler with? (coal)
14. What did she strike you with? (her umbrella)
15. Where will you do the shopping? (supermarket/corner)
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Assorted Hung out to Dry An Irishman called O'Connor was passing the bend 1 river when he saw a man throw himself* 3
and pulled the man
5
and threw himself back
Unable 7 went
4
the water. O'Connor dived . The stranger immediately thrust him
6
stand 8
9
a narrow but deep
the river. and watch a man commit suicide, O'Connor
the rescue again, and once more pulled the man 10
the
water. However as soon as his saviour had turned his back, the would-be suicide case hanged himself11 Shortly12
a tree nearby. there was an
inquest and the coroner demanded 13
know why O'Connor had
not cut the rope 14
the poor
man. "Well," argued O'Connor, "I thought the unfortunate character had pegged himself15
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dry."
Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Assorted Match numbers with letters I. We're very sceptical 2. They made a hole
A. with excitement. B. off the exits.
3. There's scope
C. in good manners.
4. Jim had a scrap
D. for improvement.
5. The players scrambled
E. for tomorrow.
6. The old woman scowled
F. off the floor.
7. She scoured the grease
G. about that.
8. He scored 9. They scored a goal 10. The mother was screaming 11. The fans screamed 12. The police sealed 13. These children are schooled 14. The sale is scheduled 15. She scrubbed the stain
H. off the table.
I. at me. J. in the sand. K. with his latest book. L. with his brother. M. against us. N. for possession of the ball.
0. at the boy.
1. We're very sceptical 2. They made a hole 3. There's scope 4. Jim had a scrap 5. The players scrambled 6. The old woman scowled 7. She scoured the grease 8. He scored 9. They scored a goal 10. The mother was screaming 11. The fans screamed 12. The police sealed 13. These children are schooled.. 14. The sale is scheduled 15. She scrubbed the stain
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Assorted
ACROSS 1. I was there 3. Come
two weeks.
with me.
5. I saw her
DOWN
the train.
6. She was buying meat 8. Wait
the butcher's.
4. Not in.
9. Try this pullover
12. I have no time;
the night. I don't feel like going.
14. He jumped from the bridge 15. The bridge is
9 to five.
2. A ball is
the weekend.
10. I heard something
1. I work
the river.
the train.
6. Drive ... that street. 7. They swam 11. My property is
these hills.
12. It's not difficult
I don't want to do it.
16. There's a fish .... the river.
13. The house is
17. We'll go
15. She walked
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the weather.
the river.
those trees. of the room.
Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Assorted 1. We are ready
action.
2. I see no reason
22. The car rammed
doing it.
3. We tried
reason
the truck.
23. They raised their voices
it.
24. They made a raid
him.
enemy
bases.
4. We'll make it ready
the 25. They raged
Queen's visit.
him disagreeing.
5. He's reading
the Bar 26. She's very quick
Cambridge.
6. He has a weakness motorcycles.
fast
figures.
27. He quailed
the proposal speaking
7. He took the blame
28. She qualified
something he hadn't done.
8. The gunman reached
his
the accident.
10. The hotel is
the semifinal.
29. He quarrelled
her something silly
gun.
9. She can't walk
public.
his
30. He had a quarrel girlfriend.
easy reach the sea.
31. She was puzzling
11. This house is rated
$10,000.
12. She was rapt
contemplation.
13. He got a rap
32. I don't know how you can put her.
the knuckles the teacher.
this
33. Operator, put me
14 The field was full of nettles and thistles. In fact, it was rank
his letter weeks.
number.
nettles.
15. There was a rap
the door.
16. Warmth radiated stove.
34. They put
the fire and got their horses.
the
17. The bride was radiant
joy.
18. He quoted a passage
one of
Shakespeare's plays.
35. He put
a payment.
36. She put
an idea.
37.They pushed
the prices.
38. Don't leave your clothes there, put them
19. He ranged himself
the
opposition. 39. He put 20. Their ages range 21. The soldiers fired enemy
10
the random.
a proposal.
70. 40. The police pushed
the
crowd.
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Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Assorted Ask questions for these answers: 1. She felt irritated at the thought of losing him. What
?
2. They want to keep up with the Joneses. Who(m)
?
3. These people sacrifice their lives for the love of God. What
?
4. She made up with her boyfriend. Who(m)
?
5. They set some money aside for their old age. What(a)
?
6. She is very sensitive about being too thin. What
?
7. They were at the mercy of the waves. What
?
8. She was offended by your remarks. What
?
9. She is very sentimental about her dog. What
?
10. He set up as a butcher. What
?
11. He settled down in an armchair. What
?
12. He signed up for 20 years in the Army. How long
?
13. The girl shivered at the thought of meeting him. What
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?
Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Assorted By Candle Light Paddy's wife lived 1 the country and took ill one day shortly before her child was due. It was quite dark when the doctor arrived. "Where is the little lady?" he asked. "She's 2
there 3
the barn where she collapsed."
With Paddy holding the lamp the doctor set 4 "Paddy, you're the proud father
5
his job. a little boy."
Paddy was very happy. "Doctor, we'll have a drink
6
"Just a minute, hold the light a little closer. You're father
celebrate it." 7
two."
"All right" said Paddy. "We'll open a bottle." "Wait," said the doctor again, "Hold the light a little closer. You're the father of three." "Well, sure it's going 8
be quite a celebration," said Paddy.
"Just a minute," said the doctor, again "Hold the light a little closer." "I don't want 9 be difficult, doctor," said Paddy, "but don't you think that this bloody light is attracting them?"
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Assorted There are 15 prepositions. Find them. A
C
F
B
E
D
I
S
T
U
0
A
C
R
0
S
S
A
B
D
V
C
0
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G
F
B
E
E
R
Q
G ' A
J
M
K
L
M
E
R
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I
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T
U
V
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L
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B
C
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G
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S ' T
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0
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E
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V
P
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L
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0
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U
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0
T
C
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0
R
T
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E
N
I
B
E
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0
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A
B
C
D
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Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Assorted Finish the sentences. 1. What's on
(cinema/today)
2. They always go to mass. They are still
(church)
3. I was brought up
(country)
4. That man was jailed
(10 years)
5. He had an accident. He's still
(hospital)
6. Last night we went
(cinema)
7. We had a party
(Frank's)
8. Mary and John are students
(Bristol University)
9. I haven't seen them 10. There's a concert
(a long time) (Albert Hall)
11. This train stops
(every little station)
12. You weren't
(the party last night)
13. I had a strange feeling when I arrived (this country) 14. When the boys arrived (cinema/they/went/in) 15. We arrived
(Majorca/7 hours/late)
16. She got married 17. Everybody is speaking
(age/20) (the same time)
18. The Charleston was a popular dance
(20's)
19. I can't sleep
(night)
20. America was discovered
(1492)
21. My father will probably retire (a few years' time) 22. I work very hard
(the week)
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Assorted 1. They heard the ricochet the rocks.
bullets
21. We are
the same wavelength.
22. All the Japanese look the same 2. They teased her
being shy.
3. The children were riding donkeys.
23. They sailed her best 24. She walked
They were ringed
enemies.
They are rigging
intruders.
the workmen.
She was riding the car.
27. That's quite safe
the back
9. The ship was riding
28. Let's be
anchor.
the beach saturated sunshine.
11. They were satisfied results.
me.
attackers.
30. I've borrowed a book
the
library. those
16. That picture is not the sake
19. We have lived
tracks.
34. His bicycle bumped
the
ruts.
36. Don't bother sale.
18. I have satisfaction
32. The lane was rutted
35. We are now safe
15. Very few things were salvaged the wreck.
doing it. the same house
danger. the children,
they can look after themselves. 37. Rome once ruled empire.
twenty years.
80
29. They were safe
33. The hinges have rusted
our
14. His novel is a satire society.
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the safe side.
people. It's not worth it.
13. She didn't have any satisfaction the local people.
20. They are tarred brush.
you.
31. I wouldn't bother
the
12. That's quite satisfactory
17. I did it my family.
numbers.
26. The fence safeguarded them
some
scaffolding
the church.
25. There's safety
furiously.
10. They lay
Plymouth New York.
She was decked clothes. He rang
me.
an
a tree.
38. The car ran
39. How much did the garage charge you the repairs.
the same 40.The car ran
the dog.
Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Assorted Crossword of prepositions
ACROSS 1. It goes
saying.
4. He was knocked 6. I live
in the first round.
London Rd.
7. Let's go
1. I'll be back
the cinema.
8. This is the leg
11. They walked
a week.
2. His gun went
the table.
10. There was surprise
DOWN
his face.
3. Wait
morning.
5. He rang me the river bank. 8. They all jumped 12. They're sailing
9. I'll wait
14. Not outside. 15. The plane is coming
New York.
the end of the week.
13. The ship went
the bridge.
14. He walked ... the kitchen.
16. Not under. 17. There's a hedge
their horses.
the world.
the garden.
15. This present is
you.
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Assorted
Free Drinks. An Irishman goes 1 a bar in New York and the barman says, "Good evening, sir. What's your pleasure?" "Thank you very much. I'll have a whisky and a box 2 matches, please." 3 Then, he puts five cents. the counter and drinks the whisky. "What's the five cents for?" The Irishman says, "It's 4 the matches. I didn't really want a drink, but you asked me so nicely what my pleasure was." The barman begins 5 get angry. "Sir, I was only being polite." The fellow is adamant: "I'm sorry, but I refuse 6 pay." He is thrown 7 the bar. Three weeks later he walks back 8 and the barman shouts: "Hey you, out! I told you I never wanted 9 see you again!" The chap refuses 10 leave. "You must have me mixed 11 someone 12 else. I've just come back several months abroad.". 13 a close look the barman says: "I can't understand it; you must have a double." "Thanks, and a box of matches, please." 82 STANLEY
Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Assorted 1. There's a rush
umbrellas.
2. He ran
the jail. He escaped.
3 I can't be bothered
those
little matters.
4. She rubbed the glass
h
21. They roofed
a cloth. her
She rubbed the lotion skin.
6. This car runs
diesel.
7 She had a row
her husband money.
8. His party was routed election.
the
9. He roused slowly sleep.
a deep
10. He rounded
the yard sheets of plastic.
22. The ball rolled
the hill.
23. I was robbed
my wallet.
24. What are you doing rooting in my office? 25. Can you make room shelf?
that
26. The hut was roofed of bark.
strips
27. He rolled hot.
his sleeves. It was
28. People were rolling
the aisles.
29. That man is rolling
money.
the sentence.
11. The police roped
the scene
30. Our boat was rocked side
his
31. Those hooligans robbed me my sleep.
the crime. 12. He rubbed his hand forehead. 13. That wheel is rubbing mudguard.
the
14. She was roused
anger his insults.
15. They were roused beds
their 3 a.m.
16. The guide rounded tourists. 17. 'How are you getting 'Well, we are rubbing 18. Jimmy, rub the mud trousers. 1.9. We'll all be rooting 20. There's no room
the
32. The little ball rolled pavement. 33. They stole money
the bank.
34. There's not enough room swing a cat here. 35. The tigers roared
the
side the waves.
36. The speaker roamed events
the cages. the the week.
37. The audience roared laughter. your
38. The cars roared where we stood.
the place
you. 39. He has a new rival
the title.
40. They were rivals
love.
you the car.
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Assorted 1. The doctors operated quite successfully.
him
2. We'll name the baby father.
the the boy.
22. Wheels won't bite slippery surfaces.
his
3. Stop prying
21. The young girl blushed mention
my affairs.
23. They won the battle
the enemy.
24. I'm really astonished your work; it's wonderful!
4. The picture was priced
$10,000. 5. The train pulled
with a jerk.
6. I'm going to borrow some money the bank. 7. The rescue party broke the trapped miners.
to
8. Where's the ship bound
?
9. After three weeks the search was called
25. He assisted the police their enquiries. 26. You don't have any authority us any more. 27. This show is comparable nothing. 28. The car burst
flames.
29. Hannibal was 10. This region is celebrated its wine.
30. The sailing ship wouldn't advance the lack of wind.
11. There's nothing comparable this. 12. The church is close post office.
the
an
the ton. London, Selfridge's.
35. I'm
your disposal whatever you want.
36. Let's draw this bill
16. You're awful
writing letters.
17. You'll have to bear that
sight.
37. What are you doing? What are you
mind. the apple.
death these mosquitoes.
20. I was bored
tears her talk.
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32. She came forward interesting suggestion.
seven
15. Don't turn your back people.
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worry.
34. I bought it
14. The meeting broke o'clock and they all went home.
19. We'll be bitten
31. There's no cause
33. Coal is sold
13. You're one of the candidates the post.
18. She bit
command the army.
38. I'm
your orders.
39. The hooligan was brought the magistrate. 40. Everybody was there
you.
Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Assorted Skin Trouble Mrs. Black had a lot of problems 1 her skin so she went 2 the 3 doctor. However, he could not find anything wrong so he sent her the local hospital 4 some tests. The hospital, 5 course, sent 6 7 8 the results the tests directly the doctor Mrs. Black. The next morning the doctor telephoned Mrs. Black 9 give her a list 10 the things he thought could be the cause 11 the skin trouble. Mrs. Black wrote 12 a piece 14 while she went 16 13
carefully all the things she could not eat paper which she left 15 the telephone a ladies' meeting.
When she came back home two hours later, she found her husband waiting 17 her: "Hello, darling. I have done all the shopping 18 you." 19 She was surprised. "You have done all the shopping me?" "But how did you know what I wanted?" "Well, when I arrived home I found your shopping list 2 0 telephone," answered her husband, "so I went 21 all that you had written 22 the piece 23
the the shop and I bought paper."
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Assorted
1. I lost interest;
I've gone
it.
2. She's standing
parliament.
23. The nuns brought
his
5. Stop attacking him; lay
him.
6. We'll have a break
nineteen; .
22. She broke the engagement : they've finished.
3. That Spanish girl, Carmen, has taken English quickly. 4. The taxi driver set passengers.
21. I went into the army I was called
the orphan.
24. His car was written the accident.
after
25. We have to win him
ten
minutes.
to our side.
26. You are always telling me
7. She lives
fruit; she eats 2
kilos of it a day.
8. The bank is
the
, Mum.
27. I was not taken false promises.
by his
28. We must step
supermarket.
production.
29. I can't shake this cold I've had it all winter.
9. Put the piano in the corner the window.
30. I'll come to the station and see you
10. 'Can we examine the house?' 'Yes, you can look it the end?' 'Yes, the boring lecture.'
we stayed
12. She's reading
a degree Bristol University.
35. The two boys have hit it They have become friends.
that idea.
15. She had always dreamed of appearing Brad Pitt.
36. We've sacked many workers; we've laid a hundred men.
16. He wasted his money; he ran a fortune. 17. He tried to buy me tried to bribe me.
20. I'll dash quickly.
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37. Why don't you look the word in the dictionary? ; he
18. Why don't we fix a date
two pints of beer.
34. Why don't you give yourselves to the police?
money. 14. I'm toying
32. That horrible smell puts me
33. He knocked
13. That man is rich, he's rolling
19. Drop me
a car.
31. The old man was run
11. 'Did you stay
38. I'll put you can stay here. ?
here, I can walk now. a letter; I'll write it
the night. You
39. I'll make it clear. I'll spell it you. 40. That boy is behaving badly; he's acting again.
Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Assorted
Find the 13 prepositions R
1
N
S
1
D
E
X
Y
A
T
N
S
T
U
V
W
Z
A
C
B
D
G
B
E
S
1
D
E
S
F
P
E
W
H
J
T
S
N
1
A
G
A
K
I
1
U
P
0
N
0
N
M
S
L
T
P
Q
N
R
S
T
W
X
T
A
H
W
u
0
T
U
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Z
Y
C
B
B
T
c
A
0
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P
K
R
S
T
A
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L
L
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Assorted Which is the correct answer? 1 . What's that silly boy laughing
?
a) for
b)at
c)to
d) from
a) in c) from
a) at
b)in
c)of
d)to
a) with c)at
c) before
a) of c)at
b)at d) with
4. The temperatures are
normal
these days. b) under
c) beneath
d) underneath
5. I can go any day
Monday.
d) but a
famous artist.
a) for
b)by
c)to
d)of
a) to
b)for
c)of
d) with
8. This is a quotation
Shakespeare.
a) of
b)for
c) from
d)to
b) over d)at the table.
b) on d)off
b)to d)at
14.The town was rocked earthquake.
a) by c) due to
7. That boy is really making a name himself.
the house.
13.The huge waves rolled the ship side to side.
a) on c) from
b)at
6. This picture was painted
b) on d)in
12.Take that thing
a) of c) from
a) below
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black.
11. There was paint al
God and men.
a) to
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b)of d)at
10. I like that girl
hours late.
a) in c) on
the
I ast; two
2. The train has arrived
3. I swear it
9. This is one of the biggest cities world.
an
b)for d) during
15. I have the greatest respect
a) at c) with
b)for d) on
16.The pilots are responsible passengers' safety.
a) for c)of
you.
b)at d) with
their
Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Assorted 1.1 got the information
him.
4. They walked
22. I met him
the left the traffic lights.
the foot of
the letter. 24. This is love
first sight.
25. The car passed
each other.
6. She missed the train minutes. 7. He was walking
the party.
23. You have to sign
the strains the wedding march.
5. They sat
two
full speed.
26. She collapsed
the death her son.
and the street nervously.
27. We prefer death
slavery.
28. No one 8. He was stiff 9.1 agree
the
microphone?
2. You can see Coca Cola advertised the world. 3. Turn
21. Do you know the man
cold.
James can speak
German.
you; I'm you on that.
29. There's a little house
10. He was swimming
his hat
the lake.
30. Breakfast will be ready
eight
o'clock. 11. Take your socks
31. 'Are you coming
!
12. That is
your jurisdiction.
13. We have to live income.
land?' 'No,
sea.' 32. They sell wine
our
the pint.
33. 'Do you work
14. We have no bread, so we'll have to do it. 15. It goes
saying that I'll be
day?' 'No, night.'
34. He spoke twice
the
meeting.
you.
35. The ship sailed 16. There will be six of us for dinner, Mary. 17. There is a meadow stream. 18. The cat ran
19. Smoking
New York.
36. I'll sign the contract the
37.1 can't go
him. the time being.
38. The thief jumped down the mouse.
class is the school rules.
20. When I saw him he was going the street.
the wall. 39. He expressed his thoughts a loud voice. 40.1 like to live
the open air.
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Assorted Match numbers with letters 1. She's standing 2.The Spanish girl has taken 3.The taxi driver set 4. We'll have a break 5. She practically lives 6.The bank is 7.We stayed 8. She is reading 9. That man is rolling
10. The old man was run
C. for a degree. D. off after the accident. E. opposite the supermarket. F. down his passengers. G. in money. H. for Parliament. I. through the boring picture. J. to English quickly.
K. and see you off.
12. That horrible smell
L. on fruit.
13. He knocked
15. I'll come to the station
1. She's standing 2. The Spanish girl has taken 3. The taxi driver set 4. We'll have a break 5. She practically lives 6. The bank is 7. We stayed 8. She is reading 9. That man is rolling
10. The old man was run 11. The car was written 12. That horrible smell 13. He knocked 14. We have to win him 15. I'll come to the station
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B. back two pints of beer.
11. The car was written
14. We have to win him
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A. over to our side.
M. in ten minutes. N. over by a car. 0. puts me off.
Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Assorted
Swimming Pool 1
a faraway country they had a very big hospital2 locked all the mentally ill people.
The director3 one day he said 5 decided 6
which they
the institution was very pleased 4 his patients so them: "You have been very good this year, so I have build a swimming pool 7 you."
All the patients were very happy and, as soon as the swimming pool had been built, they started 8 jump 9 it. A year later the director10
the centre told the patients:
"You have been very good this year, too, so I am going11 12 the swimming pool."
put a springboard
As soon as the springboard had been installed all the patients began 13 14 it.
jump
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Assorted 21. I'll put it down
1. The man had a gold watch his wrist.
writing.
22. She spoke
2. He had a big dog
a leash.
3. He was burnt
a very low voice.
23. I know your brother only
the
photos I've seen.
death.
24. The children are very busy
4. We have finished. The lesson is
their homework. 5. We'll win
the end. 25. I've received a letter
6. There was a large statue hall
the
your
mother.
marble. 26. Diamonds are
7. We went hunting 8. Are you going fishing
the rain. this
weather?
10. We'll have to do it step
machinery.
hand. step.
the way, where were you
herself the house.
29. I was paid
the hour.
30. There's nothing to eat
bread
and butter.
yesterday?
31. Mr and Mrs Brown are
12. The man was punished
dinner
stealing. 13.
27. These garments are made
28. She was all
9. All these things are done
11.
ever.
this way everything will be easier.
14. Jane had a bandage
her
17. I'll be there
your orders, sir! a good
price. 34. He's not here, he's
TV last
week. 16. Relax, we're
32. We are all 33. We'll sell these things
knee. 15. I saw that film
the moment.
business trip. 35. I'll be
danger. the stroke
a
duty all night.
36. I've written a book
37. There was a hotel
of six.
English
verbs. the main
road. 18. We never do that 38. We'll divide the cake
weekdays.
two
halves. 19. Could you please write it down 39. This river is the longest
figures?
this
country. 20. What would you do place?
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my 40. You've got paint
your hair.
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Assorted Find the 12 prepositions. F
R
0
M
L
R
0
U
N
D
Q
D
D
E
J
K
E
R
0
F
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Assorted Ask questions for these answers: 1. We'll name the baby after his father. Who(m) shall we
?
2. He's prying into my affairs. What's
?
3. The picture was priced at $10,000. What was
?
4. The ship is bound for London. Where's
?
5. This region is celebrated for its wine. What is
?
6. The church is close to the Post Office. What is
?
7. The meeting broke up at seven o'clock. At what time
?
8. She's awful at writing letters. What's she
?
9. You will have to bear that in mind. What
?
10. She bit into the apple. What
?
11. I'm astonished at her work. What are you
?
12. The hooligan was brought before the magistrate. Who(m) was
?
13. Coal is sold by the ton. What's
?
14. There's no cause for worry. What is there
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Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Assorted I.The car ran
a lamppost.
2. How much will it sell
?
3. They all sat
a round table.
4. I'm going to sit examination.
21. She was weeping 22. We have declared war poverty. 23. Don't waste your money
the
24. He lived
the face.
7. I think she's smiling
these
things.
5. Are you speaking experience? 6. Don't stare people
joy.
a while a desert island.
25. They are victims terrorism.
you. 26. The ship vanished
8. We'll have to split the cake several pieces. 9. People should stick ideas.
view.
27. She's typing their
a typewriter.
28. I'm writing
shorthand.
29. Why don't you write a story Hannibal?
10. Why don't we have a swim the river?
30. They were all wet
11. He suffers disease.
a very strange
12.1 took you
my cousin.
water.
31. Both of them have broken relations.
32. She's always thinking
13. You'll be the stand-in main actress.
the
14. You can't stop people themselves.
killing
15. Please, don't tread toes.
my
her
children. 33. I've been robbed 34. She came down. 35. I'll give a party
my bag. the room and sat
my
birthday.
16. Rich people usually travel plane.
36. My brother was born
1980.
17. Your kisses taste darling.
garlic,
37. The rescue party broke through the trapped miners.
18. There's a heavy tax this country.
tobacco
38. You have to learn the Latin declensions heart.
19.1 should like to travel world. 20. What do you understand that?
the
39. There was a lamp ceiling, 40. Have you paid furniture?
the the table. the
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Assorted Find the 13 prepositions. A
B
0
U
T
A
C
D
F
R
A
B
F
N
K
H
B
G
F
0
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Assorted Another Coffee A strange-looking man came 1 cup 3 coffee.
a cafe one day and asked 2
a
The waiter served the coffee and the man drank it slowly. "How much is it?" he asked. "Twenty-six cents," answered the waiter. The man took 26 coins 4 one 6 one 7
one cent 5 his pocket, threw them the room and left the cafe.
The same thing happened 8 the next day and the waiter didn't say anything but watched the man angrily as he left the cafe. The third day the same man came 9 the cafe and asked 10 11 another coffee. He drank it, put his hand his pocket and, as he had no change, he gave the waiter a fifty-cent coin. The waiter decided 12 take his revenge. He took twenty-four cents 13 his box and he threw them, one 14 one,15 the room. The man watched him calmly and when he had finished he put his hand 16 his pocket, took17 two cents and said, "Give me another coffee, please."
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Assorted Answer these questions. 1. Is there any risk of contamination? Yes, there is 2. What is this land ripe for? (development) This land is ripe 3. What shall I rinse my hair with? (water) Rinse your 4. How much has the river risen by? (ten feet) The river has 5. What is rising from the chimney? (smoke) There is smoke 6. Who(m) did they rise up against? (invaders) They rose up 7. Since when haven't we seen each other? (October) We haven't seen each other 8. How long has he been working here for? (six months) He has been 9. How did everything go? (according to plan) Everything went 10. Where's your house? (end/street) Our house is 11. What is he an expert at? (judo) He's an expert 12.Who(m) have you fallen in love with? (Peter) I've fallen 13. Where has the convict escaped from? (jail) The convict has 14.Who(m) is she envious of? (her sister) She is envious 15. Where's the ship bound for? (New York) The ship is
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Assorted 1. He jammed
the brakes.
2. We'll have to iron
22. His arrest
our
differences.
touched a riot.
23. Years passed; time rolled
3. The missile homed
its target.
4. The fox was hunted
24. Eventually business improved and money rolled
the dogs.
5. Let's hope the rain holds
25. Stop fussing
6. He was naked; he had nothing
26. She frowned the boy
7. A heavy silence hung
the city.
8. He handed
11. White wine goes
a break the weather.
that nasty habit. fish.
30. Let him blow 31.
steam. his cries, we rushed
12. These shoes are too small; they won't go
the room. 32.
13. She went
the wrong tree.
29. We'll wait
the street.
10. He has grown
the
beach. 28. You are barking
9. These people are handing pamphlets
silence.
27. She spent the whole day
his authority the new president.
the little girl.
the stage; it was
present we're increasing business.
the first time she had acted. 33. I came here
his request.
14. The tide went 34. She was angry 15. We had a quarrel
the
not being
invited to the wedding.
homework. 35. This money will pull us 16.1 don't agree; I don't go
that. 36. They pushed the piano
17. My balcony gives
the main
street.
the
valley.
him. a light sentence.
20. She wouldn't stop talking; I couldn't get a
38. They rowed the boat
the river.
39. Your story is
the
bounds of credibility.
word 21. Come on! Let's get
window. 37. The bells resounded
18. I didn't convince him; I didn't get
19. He got
the
work!
40. This car is
repair.
Let's start.
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Assorted 21. Children, move
"I.The Russians sat
the bench,
please.
the 7G conference. 2. She woke
frightened and
22. The train moved
slowly.
bed.
sat
23. They are making 3. The current swept the bridge
lost time extra work.
24. He admires his brother; he looks 4. Let's sum it
him.
5. I'll turn the business
to my
son.
25. Be careful,- look pickpockets.
6. He has walked
her, without
a word of warning.
26. He doesn't work; he lives his estate.
7. Put that sword
!
8. She put
27. He lived
9. He pulled
the crime his conscience.
her theory.
28. She was lying
the deal.
the sun.
29. A smile lit
10. He's so ill that I don't think he'll pull
her face.
30. We'll go when it leaves 11. I came
train. The train
pulled
five.
raining.
31. The judge let him
lightly a fine.
12. It was raining heavily; it was pouring
32. Go in front; you lead 13. I pointed
her mistakes.
14. Don't play
people's
emotions.
33. He leaned back
the chair.
34. I've already laid
smoking.
35. The minister was questioned
15. Why don't you plug
his plans.
the radio? 16. She piled wood
the fire.
17. The gunman picked
his
victims.
the meal.
20. The soldiers opened fire; they opened again.
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her shoes and put
some slippers
at midnight. 19. Let me pay
a few nails.
37. I'll knock your head 38. She kicked
18. The old man died; he passed
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36. He knocked
39. Keep
me! Don't come
near me!
40. He kept
his bed a month.
Using Prepositions • Exercise Book
Assorted 1. They teased her
(be/shy)
2. The child was riding 3. She was decked out
(donkey) (best clothes)
4. They were surrounded
(enemy)
5. The ship was riding
(anchor)
6. They were very satisfied
(results)
7. That is very satisfactory
(me)
8. They didn't have any satisfaction
(local people)
9. His novel is a satire
(our society)
10. Very few things were salvaged
(the wreck)
11. That picture is not
(sale)
12. I have satisfaction
(do/it)
13. They are tarred 14. We are all
(same/brush) (same/wavelength)
15. All the Japanese look the same 16. There's safety
(me) (numbers)
17. The fence safeguarded them 18. That's quite safe 19. Let's be 20. They were safe
(intruders) (children) (safe side) (attackers)
21. I've borrowed a book
(library)
22. The lane was rutted
(tracks)
23. His bicycle bumped
(ruts)
24. Rome once ruled 25. The car ran 26. How much did the garage charge you
(an empire) (tree) (repairs)
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• Exercise Book
Assorted 1. I knew that
her smile was
sadness.
22. Are you waiting
the bus?
23. He's a waiter. He's waiting the
2. The bird settled branch.
those people. 24. Go to bed. Don't wait
3. Put the chair you'll be more comfortable. 4. He's set book.
me.
the shade;
25. It's about time you woke publishing his
the fact that she's run away.
26. The soldiers walked right
5. They were set
liberty.
6. She mocked
our fears.
7. She nodded
me.
the trap. 27. My friend Robert has walked out his wife. 28. We were beaten ten nil. The other team walked
8. The doctors are going to operate
all
him.
9. We'll play a trick
him.
10. She persisted
doing it.
our meal?
13. This artist paints
nature.
30. We're very obliged
you. visitors.
do it. 33. Let me pour some wine your glass.
14. That little girl is in need love.
34. He's very private
his
affairs.
15. This is a good method teaching music.
35. The old man rambled
16. It was moulded
clay.
the
past. 36. He can't come
17. These people keep moving
the
transport strike.
place.
18. In the next elections I'll vote post.
37. She can't come
she's very
busy.
19. We can all vouch honesty.
his
20. The army waded stream.
the
38. You're rubbish. You're contempt.
21. There's no point wailing mistakes made in the past. 102
me.
32. That's a good opportunity
12. Will you partake
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29. That never occurred
31. The place is open
11. You have to practise more the piano.
place
us.
39. It is
40. The play is excellent; tickets are cheap.
you to lie, my son.
, the
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