Prepositions practice questions

1. A bird _in_ hand is worth two in the bush.

2. The boy is crazy _about football.
3. She was tired _of fighting and struggling all the time
4. He opted out of the race.
5. We borrowed the bikes __from_ our uncle.
6. The police station is __on_the right.
7. I looked at the stars __through_ the telescope.
8. There was an accident __at_ the crossroads.
9. Please wash _away__ the curry stsin from your dress.
10. She turned _down__the offer to work at the factory.
11. The burglars broke __into_ the house when the family was away.
12. I shall compete __with_ him.
13. She agreed __to_ my proposal.
14. She would like to come _on__ foot.
15. The Tom group of companies had taken _over__ the cosmetic
market completely.
16. He agreed to carry __out_ the manager’s orders.
17. He was frightened so he hid __behind_ the cupboard.
18. They built a bridge _across__ a turbulent stream.
19. His intelligence will carry him __through_ all his difficulties.
20. She called _up her teacher to help her to sort out her difficulties.
21. It has been raining __for_ two hours.
22. He just scrapped __through__ his examination.
23. Sam was bent upon attending the meeting.
24. She is proud and looks _down__ on her colleagues.
25. Rahul plays football __with_ his grandfather.
26. The mother was sitting _beside__ the sick child all night.
27. Monica is learning _against__ the wall.
28. Rosie is very good _at__ art and craft.
29. The puppy was hiding __beneath_ the sofa.
30. Stop worrying _about__ your future.
31. When I stepped __into_ the lift, I found it had stopped working.
32. We had to use a bridge to go __across_ the river.
33. I have lived in this town __for_ten years.
34. Please switch __off_all lights and fans when you leave the room.
35. Ronnie is married _to__ my cousin.
36. The gift came __with_s birthday card.
37. He hid the stolen goods __under_ the floor boards.
38. The teacher knew all __about_ the problem.
39. The boy sat still __throughout_ the night waiting to be called.
40. My grandmother would have fallen __off_ , if I had not caught her
hand.
41. The sailor held on to the mast of the boat for fear of being blown
__away_ in the storm.
42. All the boarders were taken _on __ a walk today.
43. Even though she slept _on__ several mattresses, she still felt the
hard pea.
44. Anup and Arun have quarrelled over_ silly matter.
45. The poet’s mother was stung __by_ a scorpion.
46. The dog was hiding _under__ the bed barking at the stranger.
47. Rimas grandmother found it difficult to climb __up_the steep
stare case.
48. The soldier fought bravely__for_his country.
49. There is no use crying_over__ spilt milk .
50. I don't know what they were arguing __about_ but I could hear
angry voices.
51. The school playground is out_of__ bounds for the pupils of the
primary school.
52. She shouted angrily _at__the disobedient boy .
53. I asked them to provide us _with__a guide.
54. The tree grew at a dangerous slant and had to be cut down_.
55. My daughter believes in– fairies
56. He drew a beautiful diagram on the board.
57. She battled her way _through_the crowd.
58. We were asked to gather around the teacher.
59. They had to climb up the steep pathway to reach the top.
60. Her parents live in New Delhi.
61. Joe’s parents are sick of his behaviour.
62. The officer congratulated the soldiers __on_ their victory
63. The planet was seen __through_ the telescope.
64. The news of his promotion came on– the next day.
65. She rushed –to the class as he was late.
66. The school is famous –for it's sports achievements.
67. There was a steep rice __in_ onion prices.
68. Air pollution is responsible for the spread __of_dash bronchitis.
69. He was –under pressure to complete the work.
70. Tom jumped –into the river to rescue the child.
71. His teacher is very pleased__with_ him.
72. Ali took off his cap and white his face.
73. The old woman could not get –over the shock.
74. He should not get __away_ with such a rudeness.
75. He found the key just – near the front door.
76. I could not accompany my cousin on the trip because I had
fever.
77. The noise prevented us _from__ sleeping.
78. The young man put the flute __to_ his lips and began to play.
79. Ashok leaned __against_ the wall tiredly.
80. The paper dart went gliding __into_ the air.
81. The cyclist road quickly on– the path.
82. The young child carried the heavy bucket – up the stairs.
83. The teachers spoke __up_ for Raju when he was wrongly accused
of stealing money.
84. We can visit her in the hostel – between 3:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m.
on Saturday.
85. The Sinhas have lived in New Delhi – since1943.
86. Little children are often afraid _of__ the dark.
87. Sneha has applied _for__scholarship.
88. It took Sam many months to get over– the loss of his friend.
89. She turned __down_ the generous offer made by the manager.
90. We were asked to take off– our footwear as we wear entering a
place of worship.
91. She takes a lot of trouble – for her work
92. Our English friends have taken –to Indian food quite quickly.
93. She got an A_in__ the mathematics test.
94. He jumped into the river to save his friend from drowning.
95. Always be prepared for a surprise test.
96. She hit inside the cupboard and gave everyone a flight.
97. She is fond __of_ dash pets.
98. The brothers quarrelled – among themselves for their father's
property.
99. He was touched __with_ pity when he heard the tale.
100. There is always a demand __for_ good tailors.
101. The mother prevented her child __from_going out in the rain.
102. The baby crawled under the table and hid there.
103. Once upon a time the great king ruled overall these villages
and towns.
104. She is smarter of the two.
105. Ritu insists upon wearing that dress although her mother things
it is too short _for__ her.
106. The teacher complaint against him when she met his mother in
the market.
107. He congratulated me _on_my great achievement.
108. The poor man is afflicted with arthritis.
109. She is blind to the false of her husband.
110. The boss had many complaints against Shyam.
111. You must prepare for the examination.
112. She is not aware of the danger.
113. Ravi was accurate in his calculations.
114. They hid the money under the carpets.
115. I refrained from telling Rita the truth .
116. The leader counted on the corporation of his colleagues.
117. The public was cautioned against pick pockets.
118. Reema escorted her daughter to the cinema theatre as she was
anxious about her safety.
119. There path was beset with difficulties yet the succeeded.
120. The mouse crept stealthily towards the cheese.
121. It was good __of_you to invite Nina for the picnic.
122. Smoking in public places is now banned.
123. I prevailed upon him to join the gymnasium.
124. The curious child eagerly begged for an answer to the riddle.
125. He was bent on /upon coming first in the examinations.
126. The theory exam was followed __by_a group discussion.
127. I ran into my teacher at the show last night.
128. She is extremely anxious about an interview next week.
129. What a contrast between the two siblings.
130. The brother fought over/for their father's property.
131. The elderly man prepared himself for a life after retirement.