Prepositions and Idioms with Prepositions

I was curious _______ the strange smell coming from his desk.

• for

• near

• about

• of

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I take pride ___ my ability to work hard and have good results.

• of

• for

• by

• in

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I can relate _____ lots of different people by putting myself into their shoes.

• to

• with

• on

• by

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CCSS.L.1.1I

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The teacher was surprised _____ the students' unruly behavior.

• for

• of

• with

• by

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He has a strong command _____ both English and Chinese.

• of

• with

• on

• about

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CCSS.L.1.1I

CCSS.L.K.1E

The teacher asked the student if everything alright because his latest test score of 79% was inconsistent _____ his other scores of 90% or above.

• to

• of

• with

• on

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Some characteristics _____ of a strong college applicant include good grades, extracurricular activities, and faculty recommendations.

• on

• from

• of

• for

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My friend tends to dwell ____ her problems instead of looking for solutions.

• with

• about

• by

• on

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CCSS.L.1.1I

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I'm confused ____ the ever-changing slang that each generation uses.

• with

• by

• about

• upon

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CCSS.L.1.1I

CCSS.L.K.1E

After reading books from multiple genres, I can safely say I prefer fantasy ____ historical fiction.

• to

• of

• over

• in

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CCSS.L.1.1I

CCSS.L.K.1E