Adv. 1 - Unit 5 - Preposition challenge - adjective+ preposition

Front

I'm really concerned __________ the amount of time my kids spend online.

Back

about

Answer explanation

concerned: worried and about something/somebody

• Example: We are extremely concerned about her.

Front

My followers are very enthusiastic __________ my new podcast. Options: to, with, about, in, on

Back

about

Answer explanation

enthusiastic: feeling or showing a lot of excitement and interest about somebody/something

• Example: You don't sound very enthusiastic about the idea.

Front

I'm sympathetic _________ parents who fear their kids may be manipulated by strangers on social networks. Options: to, by, with, against, of

Back

to

Answer explanation

sympathetic to: agreeing or supporting:

Example: The party is considered to be sympathetic to welfare reform.

Front

I've been very patient________my son for the past few years, but it's high time he found a job.
Options: at, to, with, by, on

Back

with

Answer explanation

patient: able to wait for a long time or accept annoying behaviour or difficulties without becoming angry

Example: She's very patient with young children.

Front

My sister was very nervous _________ her surgery, but fortunately everything went well. Options: to, with, about, by, against

Back

about

Answer explanation

1. 1. nervous about something - anxious about something

Example:

• Consumers are very nervous about the future.

• 2. nervous of somebody/something afraid of

• Example: The horse may be nervous of cars.

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Front

I'm really annoyed _______ this new YouTuber. He basically stole my idea of making videos about cute animals.
Options: with, about, at, on, of

Back

with

Answer explanation

• annoyed with somebody - slightly angry, irritated

• Example: I was annoyed with myself for giving in so easily.