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Lesson 4. Practice 1. Verbs and Prepositions (Basic, A Level)

Practice 1

Instructions

Based on this lesson, fill in the blanks with the correct preposition. In one or more sentences, you do not need to use a preposition.

When you are finished, click “Answer.”

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1. — What happens water at 100°C?
  — It starts to boil.

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What happens to water at 100° Celsius?…

2. I do not approve people who are rude to other people.

I do not approve of people who are rude to other people.

3. This exercise is very difficult. I need someone to help me it.

This exercise is very difficult. I need someone to help me with it.

4. Mr. Smith is a very good teacher. He really cares all his students.

Mr. Smith is a very good teacher. He really cares about all his students.

5. What are you planning doing your friend’s birthday? Are you planning a party for him?

What are you planning on doing for your friend’s birthday?

… Are you planning a party for him? (no preposition)

 If you are having problems, study the lesson again. Then come back to this practice.

6. Exercising every day prevents you getting sick.

Exercising every day prevents you from getting sick.

7. Daniel works a nurse in a small hospital.

Daniel works as a nurse in a small hospital.

8. I’d like to go to the movies tonight. Does that work you?

… Does that work for you?

9. I'm taking this medication anymore. It doesn't work me.

… It doesn't work for me.

10. Walking every day can help you stay healthy.

(no preposition)

 More Practice

Practice 1. Fill in the blanks using the correct prepositions after the verbs in this lesson. (this page)

Practice 2. Complete sentences using the verbs and prepositions in this lesson.

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