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In this prepositions worksheet, we will explore the intricate role that prepositions play in the English language. Through a variety of exercises, you’ll practice identifying and using prepositions to express location, time, direction, and more.
Remember to review the following articles to enhance your grasp of prepositions:
Prepositions Worksheet
Prepositions Exercises
Prepositions Exercise 1: Fill in the Blank
- She is very fond _____ chocolate.
- The cat jumped _____ the table.
- We walked _____ the bridge at sunset.
- He is afraid _____ spiders.
- I will meet you _____ the corner of the street.
- The painting hangs _____ the fireplace.
- They arrived _____ the party right on time.
- The book belongs _____ the man in the blue jacket.
- She has been working here _____ Monday.
- The kids are playing _____ the park.
- He drove _____ the speed limit the entire way.
- The flowers are _____ the vase on the dining table.
- We waited _____ the rain to stop before leaving.
- My birthday is _____ April.
- The plane flew _____ the clouds.
- Please respond _____ this email at your earliest convenience.
- She is really good _____ playing the piano.
- The grocery store is right _____ the street from my house.
- The teacher asked us to turn _____ our assignments before the weekend.
- The movie starts _____ 7 o’clock sharp.
Answers:
1. of
2. onto 3. across 4. of 5. at |
6. above
7. at 8. to 9. since 10. in |
11. under
12. in 13. for 14. in 15. above |
16. to
17. at 18. across 19. in 20. at |
Preposition Exercise 2: Preposition Multiple Choice
Instructions: Choose the correct preposition for each sentence.
- I have a meeting scheduled ___ Monday morning.
- (A) in
- (B) on
- (C) at
- The train is due to arrive ___ 5:00 PM.
- (A) in
- (B) on
- (C) at
- We usually go skiing ___ the winter.
- (A) in
- (B) on
- (C) at
- The store is located ___ the corner of Main Street and Second Avenue.
- (A) in
- (B) on
- (C) at
- The movie starts ___ a few minutes.
- (A) in
- (B) on
- (C) at
- Let’s meet ___ the coffee shop.
- (A) in
- (B) on
- (C) at
- She was born ___ the 90s.
- (A) in
- (B) on
- (C) at
- The plane will land ___ Tokyo ___ noon.
- (A) in/at
- (B) on/in
- (C) at/on
- The concert will be held ___ Saturday evening.
- (A) in
- (B) on
- (C) at
- They moved to Canada ___ 2010.
- (A) in
- (B) on
- (C) at
- The meeting was postponed ___ further notice.
- (A) in
- (B) on
- (C) until
- The kids are playing soccer ___ the park.
- (A) in
- (B) on
- (C) at
- The stars are visible ___ night.
- (A) in
- (B) on
- (C) at
- We will stop ___ Paris ___ our way to Spain.
- (A) in/on
- (B) on/in
- (C) at/on
- The bakery opens ___ 6 AM ___ weekdays.
- (A) in/on
- (B) on/in
- (C) at/on
Answers:
1. (B) on
2. (C) at 3. (A) in 4. (C) at 5. (A) in |
6. (C) at
7. (A) in 8. (A) in/at 9. (B) on 10. (A) in |
11. (C) until
12. (A) in 13. (C) at 14. (A) in/on 15. (C) at/on |
Prepositions Exercises 3: Complete the Paragraph
Last summer, I went on a trip to Italy. I traveled___ (1) plane and arrived ___(2) Rome ___(3) a sunny afternoon. The city was bustling with tourists and locals alike. I stayed ___(4) a small hotel right ___(5) the heart of the city. Every morning, I would walk ___(6) the narrow streets, admiring the architecture and stopping ___(7) coffee at quaint cafes.
One day, I took a tour ___(8) the Colosseum, which was an incredible experience. I learned that it was built ___(9) the Roman Empire and has stood ___(10) over two millennia. After the tour, I enjoyed a delicious meal ___(11) a nearby restaurant famous___ (12) its traditional Italian cuisine.
During my trip, I also visited the Vatican City, where I marveled ___(13) the beauty of St. Peter’s Basilica and the art ___(14) the Sistine Chapel. On my last day, I went shopping ___(15) souvenirs to remember my unforgettable journey.
Answers:
1. by
2. in 3. on 4. at 5. in |
6. through
7. for 8. of 9. during 10. for |
11. at
12. for 13. at 14. in 15. for |
Preposition Exercise 4: Error Identification
- I was born on Paris.
- She’s been waiting from the bus for over an hour.
- We walked to the top of the hill at dawn.
- My appointment is by 3 o’clock in the afternoon.
- Could you please look after my keys during I’m gone?
- They arrived to the airport just in time.
- The book you want is over the shelf.
- He has been working here since 1998 until now.
- The painting was hanging on front of the window.
- The conference is taking place of the third floor.
- I will meet you in the street corner.
- They discussed about the issue for hours.
- I’m good on playing the guitar.
- She has a lot of experience in dealing with children.
- The train is capable to travel at high speeds.
Answers:
- on → in (Correct: I was born in Paris.)
- from → for (Correct: She’s been waiting for the bus for over an hour.)
- This sentence is correct.
- by → at (Correct: My appointment is at 3 o’clock in the afternoon.)
- during → while (Correct: Could you please look after my keys while I’m gone?)
- to → at (Correct: They arrived at the airport just in time.)
- over → on (Correct: The book you want is on the shelf.)
- until → (remove “until now”) (Correct: He has been working here since 1998.)
- on → in (Correct: The painting was hanging in front of the window.)
- of → on (Correct: The conference is taking place on the third floor.)
- in → at (Correct: I will meet you at the street corner.)
- discussed about → discussed (Correct: They discussed the issue for hours.)
- on → at (Correct: I’m good at playing the guitar.)
- This sentence is correct.
- to → of (Correct: The train is capable of traveling at high speeds.)
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