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Prepositions - Exercise 18

Directions:  In the space below each sentence, write the correct preposition that belongs in the blank in each sentence.  Choose the correct preposition from the following: 

about   by    for    from    in    of     to    with 

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1. The nanny was very kind _____ the children.

    

2. You have been supportive _____ Frances throughout her career.

    

3. We need someone who is experienced _____ this field.

    

4. I was offended _____ your remarks about me.

    

5. Young man, you are very far _____ home.

    

6. People worried _____ how this situation would turn out.

    

7. Tom is acquainted _____ many people from that part of town.

    

8. A rash like that can be caused _____ exposure to poison ivy.

    

9.  He is very involved _____ his projects at work.

    

10.We planted the trees in honor _____ those who lost their lives.

    

 

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