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Prepositions - Exercise 18

Directions: In the space below each sentence, write the correct preposition that belongs in the blank in each sentence. Choose the correct preposition from the following

at     by     for     from     in     of     on     to     with

When you are finished, click the "Check My Work" button at the bottom of the page to check your answers.

1. The nanny was very kind _____ the children.

   

2. You have been supportive _____ Frances throughout her career.

   

3. We need someone who is experienced _____ this field.

   

4. I was offended _____ your remarks about me.

   

5. Young man, you are very far _____ home.

   

6. People worried _____ how this situation would turn out.

   

7. Tom is acquainted _____ many people from that part of town.

   

8. A rash like that can be caused _____ exposure to poison ivy.

   

9. He is very involved _____ his projects at work.

   

10. We planted the trees in honor _____ those who lost their lives.

   

             

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