Prepositions Of Cause ReasonSet 52

1..... her hard work, Lilian was promoted to Assistant Manager
2The two fabrics of Velcro stick together thanks ..... the hooks and loops.
3Which university you go to depends ..... your exam results.
4Your application for a vise was turned ..... by the consulate.
5She has been sharply criticised ..... her comments.
6Threat
7She bought a new cell phone ..... the fact that she doesn't have a lot of money.
8She feels bad. Please, apologize ..... your mistakes.
9I'm sick ..... listening to you
10The young scientist's groundbreaking research left a lasting impression ..... the scientific community.
11No, I'm not worried ..... going to the dentist's on Friday.
12Anna did not do well in the exam ..... working very hard.
13I'm sorry. I'm allergic ..... cheese.
14The cure ..... cancer will be found.
15However hard I try, I find it impossible to account ..... this missing sum of money.
16Ann should feel ashamed ..... herself after yesterday's party.
17I'm tired ..... always waiting for my sister in the morning!
18Italy is famous ..... its' pasta.
19They congratulated him ..... winning the championship.
20We felt very sorry ..... Sylvia who hadn't been given any prize.
21Choose the incorrect option:Sales figures have fallen drastically ..... the recession.
22My parents are proud ..... my school results.
23I arrived late for the performance ..... a traffic jam on the motorway.
24I wish you good luck ..... your new job
25Prepositions can be classified according to?
26The level of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere have risen ..... the burning of fossil fuels.
27They congratulated her ..... her promotion.
28Complete:Sarah is responsible ..... the poor results.
29Mark the letter A, B, C, or D on your answer sheet to indicate the correct answer to each of the following questions.She found herself ..... conflict with her parents over her future career.
30My parents are very proud ..... my result.
31Choose the best preposition to complete the sentence: I'm tired ..... doing the same work every day.
32We complained ..... our hotel room.
33She is optimistic ..... her chances of winning a gold medal.
34She is content ..... learning a new language.
35MULTIPLE CHOICE EXERCISES: Choose the letter that completes the following exercises best: I am tired ..... working so hard.
36Mark's desk was so cluttered ..... papers that he didn't have room to put his computer.
37Our company has been successful ..... improving customer satisfaction.
38Fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions:Students are responsible ..... any kind irresponsible behaviour.
39The man said that he fell ..... his wife the moment their eyes met.
40..... the high cost of chocolate, Marie could only buy one bar.
41The classes were cut at 12:30 pm ..... the activity at the SLCV Gym.
42Swimmers should beware ..... strong tides.
43Our visit to Japan was delayed ..... my wife's illness.
44Despite of delaying his flight to America, the convention kept running well.
45He survived ..... being shot three times in the chest.
46My history teacher reminds me ..... my primary school teacher.
47Alan needs time to recover ..... his illness.
48Who is responsible ..... this mess?
49The conference was postponed ..... the bad weather.
50I am satisfied ..... the final outcome of the project.
51Exposed
52Indicate if the sentences are correct (C) or incorrect (I), Give the reason if your answer is incorrect:Because the recent change in work shifts was not posted, several workers missed their shifts
53Tener miedo de / a
54McDonalds is also known ..... its sponsorship ..... various international sport events.
55Select the appropriate preposition:I am bored ..... this movie.
56She wore a jacket ..... the weather was unexpectedly cold.
57Doctors have warned people ..... the dangers of not doing exercise.
58The unions are ..... dispute with management over pay.
59Complete: "It's amazing! Our football team won ..... a huge difference!"
60Having a lot of money is just as likely to have a possitive effect ..... you as a negative effect.
61He was punished ..... his mistake.