Prepositions Of Movement & Place

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1. prepositions across

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The phrase "across the road" means to go from one side of the road to the other side. It implies that the person or object is moving perpendicular to the road, crossing it completely. On the other hand, the phrase "through the road" does not make sense in this context. It suggests going directly through the road, which is not possible. Therefore, the correct answer is "across the road."

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Prepositions Of Movement & Place - Quiz

This quiz titled 'Prepositions of Movement & Place' assesses learners' understanding of using prepositions correctly in context. It includes practical applications like navigating across roads, over bridges, and... see morethrough doors, enhancing both written and spoken English skills. see less

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The correct answer is "The driver was driving around the roundabout" because the first sentence states that the driver was driving "around" the roundabout, indicating that they were navigating the circular path of the roundabout. The second sentence states that the driver was driving "beside" the roundabout, which suggests that they were not actually on the roundabout itself.

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The correct answer is "She is between the trees." This implies that she is located in the space or area that separates the trees. The phrase "between the trees" indicates a specific position or location, suggesting that she is not inside the trees or completely surrounded by them.

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4. preposition from to

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The correct answer is "from A to B". This phrase is commonly used to indicate movement or transition between two points or locations. It implies a continuous journey or progression starting at point A and ending at point B. It can be used to describe physical movement, as well as metaphorical or conceptual transitions.

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5. prepositions on

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The given correct answer is "The cat is on the table" because it accurately describes the position of the cat relative to the table. It implies that the cat is physically located on top of the table surface.

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6. preposition under

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The given answer is correct because both "below" and "under" indicate a position that is lower or beneath something. In this case, the cat is positioned beneath the table, indicating that it is under the table.

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9. lejos de, far from, Spanish

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10. prepositions under

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The correct answer is "under the bridge" because it is the correct preposition to use when describing a location that is beneath or below the bridge. "Below the bridge" could also be a possible answer, but "under the bridge" is more commonly used and sounds more natural.

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11. Draw a line across the page.

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12. images/flashcards/colored/sm/into-CT.png  

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The correct answer is "into the box" because it indicates the direction or movement of something going inside the box. It implies that the object is being placed or inserted inside the box.

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13. past  

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The correct answer is "The tired jogger ran past the buildings." This is because the sentence indicates that the jogger ran in front of the buildings, rather than through them.

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14. a la izquierda de, to the left of, Spanish

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16. The waiter was at our table immediately.

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17. prepositions along

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The correct answer is "along the street." This phrase indicates movement in a linear path parallel to the street. It suggests that someone or something is moving in the same direction as the street, following its course. "Through the street" implies movement from one side of the street to the other, while "across the street" suggests movement from one side of the street to a different location on the opposite side. Therefore, "along the street" is the most appropriate choice for describing movement in the same direction as the street.

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18. prepositions into

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The correct answer is "through the door" because it implies movement from one side of the door to the other. "Across the door" suggests movement that is parallel to the door, rather than through it.

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19. k (ku)

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20. She is walking toward the house.

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21. The girl is standing beside the boy.

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25. prepositions over

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The correct answer is "over the bridge" because it indicates that something is physically crossing or going above the bridge. "On the bridge" suggests that something or someone is located on top of the bridge, while "above the bridge" implies that the object or person is positioned higher than the bridge but not necessarily crossing it. Therefore, "over the bridge" is the most suitable phrase to describe the action of crossing the bridge.

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26.

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The correct answer is "The smoke is over the house" because the word "over" suggests that the smoke is located above the house, indicating that it is floating or hovering in the air. On the other hand, the phrase "on the house" implies that the smoke is directly touching or resting on the surface of the house, which is not the case in this scenario.

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27. prepositions in

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The correct answer is "The cat is in the basket" because it accurately describes the location of the cat, indicating that it is inside the basket. The phrase "into the basket" suggests movement or action towards the inside of the basket, which is not mentioned in the given statement.

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The correct answer is "The ball is in front of the box" because the phrase "in front of" indicates that the ball is positioned ahead of the box, suggesting that the ball is facing towards the box. The phrases "opposite" and "behind" do not convey the same spatial relationship as "in front of" and therefore do not accurately describe the position of the ball in relation to the box.

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29. Tom is waiting for his sister at the bank.

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30. images/flashcards/colored/sm/out_of-CT.png

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31. Write your name below the line.

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33.

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The given correct answer is "The fireman is running to the fire" because the sentence states that the fireman is running, and it specifies that he is running "to the fire." This indicates that the fireman is moving towards the fire, suggesting that he is going to the location of the fire to extinguish it or provide assistance.

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34. preposition opposite

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The given statements indicate that the spider and the cat are positioned in such a way that they are facing each other, with the spider on one side and the cat on the other side. Therefore, the correct answer is "The spider is opposite the cat."

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35. images/flashcards/colored/sm/next_to-CT.png  

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Both statements convey the same idea that the man is in close proximity to the box. However, the phrase "next to" specifically implies that the man is positioned immediately beside the box, whereas "near" suggests that the man is in the general vicinity of the box but not necessarily right beside it. Therefore, the more precise and accurate statement is "The man is next to the box."

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36. images/flashcards/colored/sm/across_from-CT.png  

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Peter and Mary are facing each other, with Peter on one side and Mary on the other side. This means that Peter is opposite Mary. Additionally, the statement "Mary is in front of Peter" reinforces the fact that they are facing each other, further confirming that Peter is opposite Mary.

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37. Write your name above the line.

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38. out 

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The given answer is correct because it accurately reflects the sentence structure and meaning of the original sentence. The phrase "ran out the opening" implies that the boy quickly exited through the opening, which is consistent with the idea of being frightened by the spider. Additionally, the word "outside" in the alternative answer changes the meaning slightly, suggesting that the boy ran to the area surrounding the opening rather than through it.

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39. prepositions past

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The correct answer is "past the house". This phrase indicates movement in relation to the house, suggesting that someone is moving beyond or going by the house. "Pass the house" could imply going by it without stopping, while "along the house" suggests moving alongside it. However, "past the house" specifically conveys the idea of moving beyond the house in a forward direction.

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40. a la derecha de, to the right of, Spanish

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