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Prepositions - Exercise 20

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. I do not go outside much because I am sensitive _____ bright light.



2. Martin was ashamed _____ his actions.



3. Your participation _____ the program is appreciated.



4. The small boy was attacked _____ a swarm of bees.



5. Jones is disappointed _____ his daughter.



6. Brand X is clearly superior _____ Brand Y.



7. Marissa has been divorced _____ Jose for over a year.



8. The foreman is responsible _____ all of the workers in this part of the construction site.


9. Jane was excited _____ meeting her favorite soccer player.



10.The teacher was pleased _____ my report.

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Margaret L. Benner
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English Department
Towson University
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