Grammar Quiz 44

Grammar Quiz 44 — Prepositions and Phrasal Verbs

Test your understanding of English prepositions and phrasal verbs by selecting the correct option to complete each sentence.

About This Prepositions Quiz

Welcome to Grammar Quiz 44, a multiple-choice assessment with 15 questions testing your knowledge of English prepositions and phrasal verbs.

Select the correct word or phrase to complete each sentence. Pay attention to preposition usage, phrasal verbs, and proper grammar.

QUIZ FEATURES

• 15 multiple-choice questions
• Instant scoring
• Detailed explanations
• Preposition practice

Explanations

He studies in the evening.

Correct answer: in

The preposition "in" is used with parts of the day like "morning," "afternoon," and "evening." We say "in the evening," not "at the evening" or "on the evening."

He was sitting among 10 people.

Correct answer: among

"Among" is used when referring to three or more people or things. "Between" is used for two people or things. "At," "in," and "to" are not appropriate in this context.

What's up?

Correct answer: up

"What's up?" is a common informal greeting meaning "What's happening?" or "How are you?" The other prepositions don't form standard greetings in this context.

I run after money.

Correct answer: after

The phrasal verb "run after" means to pursue or chase something. "Run by," "run before," and "run ahead" don't convey the meaning of pursuing money.

She succeeded through hard work and determination.

Correct answer: through

"Through" indicates the means or method by which something is achieved. We succeed "through" effort, not "at," "to," or "for" effort.

You are addicted to gambling.

Correct answer: to

The adjective "addicted" is followed by the preposition "to." This is a fixed combination in English. We say "addicted to" something, not "addicted of" or "addicted with."

He is a friend of mine.

Correct answer: of

The expression "a friend of mine" is the correct possessive form. "Than mine" is for comparisons, "to mine" and "from mine" are not standard expressions for possession.

He will come home on holiday.

Correct answer: on

We use "on" with "holiday" to indicate being away for vacation. "In holiday," "to holiday," and "for holiday" are not the standard prepositions used with this expression.

You should investigate No preposition the matter.

Correct answer: No preposition

The verb "investigate" is typically used without a preposition when followed by a direct object. We say "investigate something," not "investigate about something" or "investigate into something."

This chain is made of gold.

Correct answer: of

We use "made of" when the material is still recognizable in the final product. "Made by" indicates the maker, "made on" and "made upon" are not standard expressions for materials.

He apologised to her for the mistake.

Correct answer: to

The verb "apologise" is followed by "to" when indicating the person receiving the apology. We say "apologise to someone for something."

She depends on her parents for support.

Correct answer: on

The verb "depend" is followed by the preposition "on." This is a fixed combination in English. We say "depend on someone/something."

They laughed at his joke.

Correct answer: at

We laugh "at" jokes, meaning we find them funny. "Laughed for," "laughed on," and "laughed over" are not the standard prepositions used with "laugh" in this context.

He is responsible for this work.

Correct answer: for

The adjective "responsible" is followed by "for" when indicating what someone is accountable for. We say "responsible for something," not "responsible on/to/at something."

The teacher divided the class into four groups.

Correct answer: into

The verb "divide" is followed by "into" when indicating the parts or groups something is separated into. "Divide in," "divide to," and "divide as" are not correct.

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