Global MCQ Practice
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Common Preposition ErrorsSet 1

1Choose the list that has a part of speech that is NOT a preposition
2To show ..... one's knowledge
3I used to be keen of all scientific subjects but now I would prefer to study art.
4What do we use after prepositions?
5True or False: The preposition in the following sentence is used incorrectly. "Could you please refrain on talking during the movie?"
6In some countries it's considered unlucky to walk ..... a ladder.
7Standard English uses prepositions to mark relationships. Many Creoles may:
8Furthermore, there is a strong demand in English in the employment sector.
9Her long and distinguished career is finally .....
10Most people like basketball, but ..... my opinion it's too chaotic.
11We talked ..... going to Canada for our vacation.
12Find the preposition in the following sentence:It was snowing when Julie woke up.
13Circle the mistakes. Then write out the sentences correctly. I gave each my four cousins a present. .....
14Select the word that cannot function as a preposition.
15Which of these is not the correct mode for sending letters?
16In conclusion, I think we should lower the price by 10%.-I don't agree ..... all!
17What is the meaning of the preposition 'by'?
18I don't enjoy my job any more. I fed up ..... it.
19Many animals are in risk due to the melting of the polar ice caps.
20Find the preposition in the following sentence: "After the movie, we went to eat."
21Which of the following sentences does NOT contain a preposition?
22..... the hot sun, we enjoyed the game of football.
23Find the error:The note said, "Go to the library at midnight, for a mystery awaits at you."
24Have you got a light? My cigarette's gone .....
25I'm sorry it didn't work ..... (= it wasn't successful)
26In the other hand, it can be good.
27The following sentence has two preposition errors. Choose the option that corrects both: 'We arrived to the party on 9:00 PM.'
28Which one is NOT a preposition?
29Today they are learning ..... prepositions, so he is falling asleep.
30What change, if any, should be made in sentence 10? (10) If the items are left outside for to long, the weather begins to deteriorate them.
31If you have anything important to do, do it straight away. Don't put it off.
32How many prepositions are used? Against my mother's wishes, I invited PJ to sleep in my bed during the snow storm because it was icy cold in his cage.
33The national curriculum is made ..... of the following subjects: English, Maths, Chemistry and so on ..... A. from B. on C. up D. in
34Everyone caught the flu but me.
35It is right that politicians (A) should make (B) important decisions without consulting (C) the public to who (D) they are accountable?
36A saying goes that "Never put ..... till tomorrow what you can do today" .
37True or False:The sentence 'Jamal saved his money for to buy a new skateboard' is grammatically correct.
38I'm a little afraid to do this by my own.
39True or False: The sentence 'The cat jumped off of the counter' is considered grammatically superior to 'The cat jumped off the counter.'
40Which of phrases given below each sentence should replace the phrase printed in bold type to make the grammatically correct? If the sentence is correct as it is, mark 'E' as the answer.They are not beware of all the facts.
41There can be more than one preposition in a sentence, but not all sentences have prepositions.
42The Aleuts in western Alaska have always depended of the sea for food.
43Identify the type of error: Using the wrong preposition or omitting prepositions when necessary. For example, saying "I am the bus" instead of "I am on the bus" or "He arrived home late" instead of "He arrived at home late."
44Which preposition completes: "I am interested ..... learning French" ?
45She is married with a doctor.
46Fill in the blank: Common prepositions include ....., on, under, near, by, with, and about.
47Despite of being late, he got the job.
48FILL IN THE BLANK BELOW: ..... THE OTHER HAND, IT IS CHEAPER TO TRAVEL BY BUS.
49Those suffering from dengue hemorrhagic fever will experience loss for body fluids that can lead to shock and death.
50You can use 'for' after despite.
51Workers will soon change their attitude towards hours spent in the officeVERGEWorkers are ..... towards hours spent in the office
52The company is seeking candidates ..... experience in financial modeling.
53Are you getting fed ..... with so many sentences that have missing prepositions?
54I don't want to see a movie now, I have ..... mind going to the park.
55I'm fed up ..... this job.
56Choose the the preposition:How did everyone get ice cream except for Brenda?
57Fill in: by, in, at, for, on, off ..... a rush
58Ainakin = ..... least
59William is interested at cars.
60Identify the mistake: Milk is good of your health.
61Let's go to the mall! Winter clothes are ..... sale!