Prepositions

My sister is fond ______ going shopping

• in

• of

• with

• at

Answer explanation

The correct preposition is 'of' because we say someone is fond of something. In this case, 'fond of going shopping' is the correct phrase, indicating a liking for the activity.

That is last year’s telephone directory. It’s ______ date now.

• into

• out of

• besides

• out

Answer explanation

The phrase 'out of date' is commonly used to indicate that something is no longer current or relevant. Since the telephone directory is from last year, it is 'out of date' now, making 'out of' the correct choice.

He was put ______ prison.

• to

• from

• into

• at

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'into' because it indicates movement or placement within a space, which fits the context of being placed inside a prison.

We all rejoice ______ his success.

• in

• at

• over

• all are correct

Answer explanation

The correct preposition is 'over' as we typically rejoice over someone's success, indicating a sense of celebration. 'In' and 'at' are not commonly used in this context.

I saw her ______ noon.

• for

• with

• againts

• AT

Answer explanation

The correct preposition is 'at' because we use 'at' to specify a precise time, such as 'at noon'. The other options do not fit grammatically in this context.

The picture is ______ the wall

• above

• at

• over

• on

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'on' because it indicates that the picture is placed directly in contact with the wall. 'Above' and 'over' suggest a position not in contact, while 'at' is less specific.

She likes to go ______ a picnic

• in

• with

• for

• by

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'for' because we say 'go for a picnic' to indicate the purpose of going. The other options do not fit this context.

I work hard ______ raise my family.

• so as to

• in order to

• in order that

• a&b correct

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'in order to' because it indicates purpose. 'So as to' is also correct but less common in this context. 'In order that' is used for clauses, not suitable here.

Are you nervous ______ traveling to America by yourself?

• with

• in

• about

• of

Answer explanation

The correct choice is 'about' because we say 'nervous about' when expressing anxiety regarding a situation. The other options do not fit grammatically or contextually in this sentence.

David’s daughter graduated from a prestigious university. He’s very proud ______ her.

• with

• of

• in

• on

Answer explanation

The correct preposition is 'of' because we say someone is proud 'of' an achievement. In this case, David is proud 'of' his daughter's graduation.