Preposition Identification Quiz Questions
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1.He goes ________the supermarket every morning.
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To
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At
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About This Quiz
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 for effective communication.
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There are skyscrapers _______ New York
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In
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At
Correct Answer
A. InExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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3. The fish swim ____ the river.
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In
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Into
Correct Answer
A. InExplanation
"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.Rate this question:
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4. The train will arive ____ Tuesday ____ eleven o'clock ____ the morning.
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At,in,to
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On,at,in
Correct Answer
A. On,at,inExplanation
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".Rate this question:
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5. _______ all those children, he didn't have a single friend.
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Among
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Between
Correct Answer
A. AmongExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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6. He's been ill ____ last Friday.
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From
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Since
Correct Answer
A. FromExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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7. Anne stood _____ the window..
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To
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At
Correct Answer
A. AtExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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8. Diamonds are found ______ Kimberly ______ South Africa.
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In,at
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In,into
Correct Answer
A. In,atExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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9. There was a fight _____ the two gangs.
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Among
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Between
Correct Answer
A. BetweenExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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10. We draw lines _____ a ruler.
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By
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With
Correct Answer
A. WithExplanation
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.Rate this question:
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