Grammar Quiz 48 — Prepositions Practice
Test your understanding of English prepositions by selecting the correct option to complete each sentence.
About This Grammar Quiz
Welcome to Grammar Quiz 48, a multiple-choice assessment with 15 questions testing various English prepositions.
Select the correct preposition to complete each sentence. Pay attention to verb-preposition combinations and proper usage.
QUIZ FEATURES
- 15 multiple-choice questions
- Instant scoring
- Detailed explanations
- Prepositions practice
Explanations
He apologised for being late.
Correct answer: for
The verb "apologise" is followed by the preposition "for" when explaining the reason for the apology. "To," "on," and "as" are not used with "apologise" in this context.
The train is arriving on Platform 5.
Correct answer: on
We use "on" with platforms, tracks, and specific locations like "on Platform 5." "As," "to," and "in" are incorrect prepositions for platforms.
She excels in mathematics.
Correct answer: in
The verb "excel" is followed by the preposition "in" when referring to subjects or fields of study. "To," "on," and "with" are not used with "excels."
They went on a walk after dinner.
Correct answer: on
The phrase "go on" is used with activities like walks, trips, and journeys. "In," "to," and "at" are not used in this context.
He insisted on paying the bill.
Correct answer: on
The verb "insist" is followed by the preposition "on" when indicating what someone is determined to do. "In," "at," and "for" are incorrect prepositions.
He is very good at solving puzzles.
Correct answer: at
We use "good at" when referring to skills or abilities. "On," "for," and "to" are not used with "good" in this context.
She is married to a doctor.
Correct answer: to
The correct preposition with "married" is "to" when referring to the person one is married to. "With," "by," and "of" are incorrect.
We stayed indoors during the storm.
Correct answer: during
"During" is used to indicate when something happens. "Because" needs "of" ("because of"), "due" needs "to" ("due to"), and "while" is used with clauses, not nouns.
This gift is for you.
Correct answer: for
We use "for" to indicate the recipient of a gift. "Of," "to," and "at" are not used to show who receives a gift.
He divided the cake between four people.
Correct answer: between
"Between" is used when dividing something among specific individuals. "On," "to," and "in" are not used with "divided" in this context.
He depends on his parents for money.
Correct answer: on
The verb "depend" is followed by the preposition "on." "To," "at," and "for" are not used with "depends."
She is interested in learning French.
Correct answer: in
The adjective "interested" is followed by the preposition "in." "On," "to," and "for" are not used with "interested."
He was accused of stealing the wallet.
Correct answer: of
The verb "accuse" is followed by the preposition "of." "For," "to," and "by" are not used with "accused" in this context.
The hotel is famous for its delicious food.
Correct answer: for
The adjective "famous" is followed by the preposition "for" when indicating the reason for fame. "To," "of," and "at" are incorrect.
She laughed at his joke.
Correct answer: at
The verb "laugh" is followed by the preposition "at" when referring to what is being laughed about. "On," "to," and "for" are not used with "laughed" in this context.
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