Preposition Identification Quiz Questions

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1. 1.He goes ________the supermarket every morning.

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The correct answer is "to". In this sentence, the word "goes" indicates movement or direction towards the supermarket. Therefore, the preposition "to" is used to show the destination or goal of his movement.

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This Preposition Identification Quiz assesses the ability to correctly use prepositions in various contexts. It covers basic to complex scenarios, enhancing understanding and usage of English grammar, crucial... see morefor effective communication. see less

2. 4. The train will arive ____ Tuesday ____ eleven o'clock ____ the morning.

Explanation

The correct answer is "on, at, in". This is because we use "on" before a specific day, "at" before a specific time, and "in" before a specific part of the day. In this case, "Tuesday" is a specific day, "eleven o'clock" is a specific time, and "the morning" is a specific part of the day. Therefore, we use "on" before "Tuesday", "at" before "eleven o'clock", and "in" before "the morning".

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3. 5. _______ all those children, he didn't have a single friend.

Explanation

The word "among" is used to indicate that someone or something is surrounded by or included in a group or number of people or things. In this sentence, it suggests that despite being surrounded by all those children, he did not have a single friend among them. On the other hand, "between" is used to indicate a relationship or connection involving two or more people or things. Since the sentence does not mention a specific relationship or connection between the children, "among" is the correct choice.

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4. 8. Diamonds are found ______ Kimberly ______ South Africa.

Explanation

Diamonds are found in the region of Kimberly, which is located in South Africa. The preposition "in" is used to indicate the location or position of something, while the preposition "at" is used to indicate a specific point or place. In this case, "in" is used to show that diamonds are found within the area of Kimberly, and "at" is used to specify that Kimberly is located in South Africa.

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5. 9. There was a fight _____ the two gangs.

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The correct answer is "between". "Between" is used when referring to two separate entities or groups. In this case, the sentence is talking about a fight between two gangs, indicating that there is a conflict or altercation specifically involving these two groups. "Among" is used when referring to more than two entities or groups.

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6. 7. Anne stood _____ the window..

Explanation

The correct answer is "at". This preposition is used to indicate the location or position of someone or something. In this sentence, "at" is used to show where Anne stood, specifically next to or near the window.

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7.  There are skyscrapers _______ New York

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The correct answer is "in" because when referring to the location of buildings in a city, we use the preposition "in". In this case, the sentence is stating that there are skyscrapers located in New York. The preposition "at" is not suitable in this context as it is typically used to indicate a specific point or location within a larger area.

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8. 10. We draw lines _____ a ruler.
 

Explanation

The correct answer is "with". When we draw lines, we use a ruler as a tool to guide us and ensure that the lines are straight and accurate. The word "with" indicates the instrument or tool that is used to perform the action, in this case, drawing lines.

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9. 3. The fish swim ____ the river.

Explanation

"The fish swim in the river."

This usage indicates that the fish are swimming within the river, as opposed to entering it from another location, which "into" would suggest.

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10. 6. He's been ill ____ last Friday.

Explanation

The correct answer is "from." This is because "from" is used to indicate the starting point of a period of time. In this case, the sentence is referring to the period of time starting from last Friday until the present.

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1.He goes ________the supermarket every morning.
4. The train will arive ____ Tuesday ____ eleven o'clock ____ the...
5. _______ all those children, he didn't have a single friend.
8. Diamonds are found ______ Kimberly ______ South Africa.
9. There was a fight _____ the two gangs.
7. Anne stood _____ the window..
 There are skyscrapers _______ New York
10. We draw lines _____ a ruler. 
3. The fish swim ____ the river.
6. He's been ill ____ last Friday.
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