Prepositions Exercise (Intermediate Level)

Fill in the blanks with an appropriate preposition.

1. ………………. being exceptionally clear, Baikal’s water is rich with aquatic life.

2. The roof is supported ……………………… cross timbers.

3. Grandfather has grown cranky …………………….. age.

4. She is always criticizing her husband …………………. being sloppy.

5. Don’t be so critical ……………………. everyone else.

6. The mayor was suspected …………………… crooked dealings.

7. It is dangerous to skate .............................. thin ice.

8. Their disagreement culminated …………………. a fight.

9. We had to pay customs ………………………… the camera we bought abroad.

10. The family is afflicted …………………………. poor health.

11. My clothes are damp ……………………. the rain.

12. His loss didn’t hamper his zest …………………… living.