Although prepositions are small words they are very important ones and their correct usage shows your mastery over the language. Complete the following sentences using the most appropriate preposition.
1. He is very sensitive ——————- criticism.
Correct!
Wrong!
2. The Japanese are used ——————- periodic cyclones and earthquakes.
Correct!
Wrong!
3. He is wanting —————— sympathy and understanding.
Correct!
Wrong!
4. I warned him ——————— her treachery.
Correct!
Wrong!
5. We will not yield ——————– such temptations.
Correct!
Wrong!
6. He has a zest ——————— adventure.
Correct!
Wrong!
7. I am sure ——————— passing this time.
Correct!
Wrong!
8. As she was ill, we sent —————— a doctor.
Correct!
Wrong!
9. I am thankful to you —————— your co-operation.
Correct!
Wrong!
10. He is worthy —————— our reverence and esteem.
Correct!
Wrong!
11. I am tired —————— repeating this.
Correct!
Wrong!
12. I am suspicious ——————- his true intentions.
Correct!
Wrong!
Answers
1. He is very sensitive to criticism.
2. The Japanese are used to periodic cyclones and earthquakes.
3. He is wanting in sympathy and understanding.
4. I warned him against her treachery.
5. We will not yield to such temptations.
6. He has a zest for adventure.
7. I am sure of passing this time.
8. As she was ill, we sent for a doctor.
9. I am thankful to you for your co-operation.
10. He is worthy of our reverence and esteem.
11. I am tired of repeating this.
12. I am suspicious of his true intentions.
