Preposition Basic Exam Quiz!

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1. The clock is _____ the wall.

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The word "on" is the correct answer because it indicates the position of the clock in relation to the wall. When something is "on" the wall, it means it is attached or placed in contact with the surface of the wall.

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The 'Preposition Basic Exam Quiz!' assesses understanding of prepositions in English. It includes practical examples to determine the correct use of prepositions in sentences, enhancing foundational grammar skills... see morerelevant for effective communication. see less

2. The ball is ____ the table.

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The correct answer is "under, below" because both words indicate a position or location that is lower or beneath the table. These words suggest that the ball is positioned in a way that it is not on top of the table but rather beneath it.

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3. The carpet is _____ the floor.

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The correct answer is "on" because the preposition "on" is commonly used to describe the relationship between a carpet and a floor. It indicates that the carpet is positioned directly above or covering the surface of the floor.

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4. The table is ______ the chair and the sofa.

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The word "between" is the correct answer because it indicates the position of the table in relation to the chair and the sofa. "Between" means that the table is located in the middle or in a position that is surrounded by the chair and the sofa.

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5. The flowers are ____ the vase.

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The word "in" is the correct answer because it indicates that the flowers are inside the vase.

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6. The chair is _______ the table.

Explanation

The correct answer is "next to" or "near" because both phrases indicate a close proximity between the chair and the table. "Next to" implies that the chair is positioned immediately beside the table, while "near" suggests that the chair is in close proximity to the table, but not necessarily touching it.

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7. The lamp is ________ the book and the vase.

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The word "between" is the correct answer because it indicates the position of the lamp in relation to the book and the vase. It suggests that the lamp is positioned in the middle or in the space that separates the book and the vase.

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8. The cat is ______ the sofa.

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The correct answer is "next to" or "near" because both phrases indicate the position of the cat in relation to the sofa. "Next to" suggests that the cat is directly beside the sofa, while "near" implies that the cat is in close proximity to the sofa, but not necessarily touching it.

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The clock is _____ the wall.
The ball is ____ the table.
The carpet is _____ the floor.
The table is ______ the chair and the sofa.
The flowers are ____ the vase.
The chair is _______ the table.
The lamp is ________ the book and the vase.
The cat is ______ the sofa.
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