Exercise: Fill in the blanks with the correct prepositions.
1.
Mumbai is famous __ its textiles.
2.
The goat subsists __ the coarsest of food.
3.
Jawaharlal Nehru was fond __ children.
4.
India is a noble, gorgeous land, teeming __ natural wealth.
5.
Being apprised __ our approach, the whole neighbourhood came out to meet their
minister.
6.
In the classical age the ideal life of the Brahman was divided __ four stages
or ashrams.
7.
It is natural __ every man to wish for distinction.
8.
He was endowed __ gifts fitted to win eminence in any field of human activity.
9.
The writer is evidently enamoured __ the subject.
10.
These computers are cheap enough to be accessible __ most people.
11.
Ambition does not always conduce __ ultimate happiness.
12.
The true gentleman is courteous and affable __ his neighbours.
13.
Newly acquired freedom is sometimes liable __ abuse.
14.
Little Jack proved quite a match __ the giant.
15.
The African elephant is now confined __ Central Africa.
16.
Camels are peculiarly adapted __ life in the desert.
17.
He is a man of deep learning, but totally ignorant __ life and manners.
18.
The income derived __ the ownership of land is commonly called rent.
19.
The Moors were famous __ their learning and their skill in all kinds of industries.
20.
Alexander profited __ the dissensions of the Punjab Rajas.
21.
Few things are impossible __ diligence and skill.
22.
I am indebted __ you for your help.
23.
Ashoka, although tolerant __ competing creeds, was personally an ardent
Buddhist.
24.
The celebrated grammarian Patanjali was a contemporary __ Pushyamitra Sunga.
25.
Ivory readily adapts itself __ the carver's art.
26.
Coleridge's poetry is remarkable __ the perfection of its execution.
27.
The holy tree is associated __ scenes of goodwill and rejoicing.
28.
The noise __ downstairs prevented me from sleeping.
29.
I am already acquainted __ the latest developments of the situation.
30.
His duties were of a kind ill-suited __ his ardent and daring character.
31.
Man is entirely different __ other animals in the utter helplessness of his
babyhood.
32.
A residence of eight years in Sri Lanka had inured his system __ the tropical
climate.
33.
The ancient Greeks, though born in a warm climate, seem to have been much
addicted __ the bottle.
34.
He (Dr. Johnson) was somewhat susceptible __ flattery.
35.
A man who always connives __ the faults of his children is their worst enemy.
36.
Naples was then destitute __ what are now, perhaps, its chief attractions.
37.
The cat appears to have originated __ Egypt or in the East.
38.
Judged __ its results the policy of Hastings was eminently successful.
39.
There is still no cure __ the common cold.
40.
It was formerly supposed that malaria was due __ poisonous exhalations.
41.
People who are averse __ hard work generally do not succeed in life.
42.
Buddhism teaches that freedom __ desires will lead to escape from suffering.
Answer
Key
1.
for, 2. on, 3. of, 4. with, 5. of, 6. into, 7. in, 8. with, 9. of, 10. to, 11.
to, 12. to, 13. to, 14. for, 15. to, 16. to, 17. of, 18. from, 19. for, 20. by,
21. to, 22. to, 23. of, 24. of, 25. to, 26. for, 27. with, 28. from, 29. with,
30. to, 31. from, 32. to, 33. to, 34. to, 35. at, 36. of, 37. in, 38. by, 39.
for, 40. to, 41. to, 42. from
EXERCISE
70 – Fill in the blanks.
1.
The beggar was afflicted _ leprosy.
2.
She remained sanguine _ success.
3.
Students should commit _ memory important facts.
4.
Quinine is a specific _ malaria.
5.
The shopkeeper made an allowance _ short weight.
6.
His speech was appropriate _ the occasion.
7.
Devout Buddhists often abstain _ animal food.
8.
He has an antipathy _ dogs.
9.
The whole audience was convulsed _ laughter.
10.
_ expectation, the lazy student passed the exam.
11.
The hut was infested _ vermin.
12.
She was touched _ pity when she saw the orphan child.
13.
Such practices are subversive _ consequences.
14.
He remained deaf _ entreaties.
15.
The boy showed great aptitude _ business.
16.
The prize acted as an incentive _ hard work.
17.
The artist was sensitive _ criticism but indifferent _ praise or blame.
18.
Regular discipline is beneficial _ health.
19.
His silence was tantamount _ a refusal.
20.
Her courage was truly worthy _ praise.
21.
The project was beset _ difficulties.
22.
All humans are accountable _ God for their deeds.
23.
The sinner tried to atone _ misdeeds through prayer.
24.
The farmer was addicted _ opium.
25.
Every worker is entitled _ consideration in times of difficulty.
26.
He was heedless _ warnings and met with an accident.
Answer
key:
with, of, to, for, for, to, from, to, with, contrary to, with, with, of, to,
for, to, to, to…of…of, to, to, with, to, for, to, to, of
EXERCISE
71 – Fill in the blanks.
1.
A mother’s affection _ her child is endless.
2.
His ambition _ power made him restless.
3.
She showed great anxiety _ her safety.
4.
He made an apology _ his mistake.
5.
The sick man had no appetite _ food.
6.
She has great aptitude _ music.
7.
Nobody can put the blame _ me.
8.
He is a candidate _ the post.
9.
This room has a large capacity _ books.
10.
We should have compassion _ the poor.
Answer
key:
for, for, for, for, for, for, for, for, for, for
EXERCISE
72 – Fill in the blanks.
1.
I have a slight acquaintance _ him.
2.
The two countries formed an alliance _ each other.
3.
We struck a good bargain _ the shopkeeper.
4.
This painting invites comparison _ the original.
5.
His actions are not in conformity _ the rules.
Answer
key:
with, with, with, with, with
EXERCISE
73 – Fill in the blanks.
1.
He has a strong abhorrence _ cruelty.
2.
I give you my assurance _ success.
3.
He was under a serious charge _ theft.
4.
We have no distrust _ his honesty.
5.
His failure _ the project disappointed all.
Answer
key:
of, of, of, of, of
EXERCISE
74 – Fill in the blanks.
1.
Students have free access _ the library.
2.
He took an accession _ the throne.
3.
Soldiers owe allegiance _ their country.
4.
There is no alternative _ honesty.
5.
This medicine is an antidote _ poison.
Answer
key:
to, to, to, to, to
EXERCISE
75 – Fill in the blanks.
1.
Saints practise abstinence _ worldly pleasures.
2.
There was a sudden cessation _ fighting.
3.
Prayer gives us deliverance _ fear.
4.
His sudden descent _ the sky surprised us.
5.
This law gives students an exemption _ fees.
Answer
key:
from, from, from, from, from
EXERCISE 76 – Fill in the blanks.
(a)
1. His behaviour is abhorrent _ all moral principles.
2.
The offer is acceptable _ the workers.
3.
The temple is accessible _ pilgrims throughout the year.
4.
He is accustomed _ hard work.
5.
The child is addicted _ video games.
6.
The food provided was adequate _ the guests.
7.
Our school building is adjacent _ the park.
8.
She is always affectionate _ her younger brother.
9.
The proposal seemed agreeable _ everyone.
10.
His thinking is akin _ that of a philosopher.
11.
That custom is alien _ our culture.
12.
He is alive _ the risks of the job.
13.
The students are amenable _ discipline.
14.
Their constitution is analogous _ ours.
15.
This rule is not applicable _ the present case.
16.
His advice was appropriate _ the situation.
17.
Morning exercise is beneficial _ health.
18.
His heartless comments were callous _ the poor.
19.
This fault is common _ both machines.
20.
The problem is comparable _ the one we faced earlier.
21.
The culprit was condemned _death.
Answer
Key
(a): to, to, to, to, to, for, to, to, to, to, to, to, to, to, to, to, to, to,
to, to, to
(b)
1. Quiet surroundings are conducive _ study.
2.
His conduct was conformable _ the law.
3.
The climate here is congenial _ my health.
4.
The temple was consecrated _ Lord Vishnu.
5.
His remarks were contrary _ our expectations.
6.
His success is creditable _ his teachers.
7.
He was deaf _ my appeal
8.
The comment was derogatory _ her reputation.
9.
Overeating is detrimental _ health.
10.
She is devoted _ her parents.
11.
The cyclone was disastrous _ the crops.
12.
The rent is due _ the first of every month.
13.
He is entitled _ a pension after retirement.
14.
All men are equal _ the eyes of the law.
15.
Air is essential _ life.
16.
The village was exposed _ the enemy attack.
17. She has always been faithful _ her friends.
18.
The disease proved fatal _ the child.
19.
That practice is foreign _ our tradition.
20.
His words were hostile _ our plans.
21.
His question was impertinent _ the subject.
22.
The loss was only incidental _ his carelessness.
23.
He is inclined _ idleness.
Answer
Key
(b): to, to, to, to, to, to, to, to, to, to, to, on, to, to, to, to, to, to,
to, to, to, to, to
(c)
1. I am indebted _ you for your kindness.
2.
He was indifferent _ praise or blame.
3.
Pure water is indispensable _ life.
4.
Parents are indulgent _ their children’s faults.
5.
Smoking is inimical _ health.
6.
He remained insensible _ the pain.
7.
The soldier was injured _ the battle.
8.
That remark is irrelevant _ the matter.
9.
The judge was favourable _ the accused.
10.
Drinking dirty water is hurtful _ health.
11.
His wealth is immaterial _ my decision.
12.
He is impervious _ flattery.
13.
The kangaroo is indigenous _ Australia.
14.
The sound was labial _ pronunciation.
15.
His rights are limited _ voting only.
16.
He seemed lost _ all sense of duty.
17.
She is loyal _ her principles.
18.
Mother’s love is maternal _ a child.
19.
Sunshine is natural _ plants.
20.
A passport is necessary _ foreign travel.
Answer
Key
(c): to, to, to, to, to, to, in, to, to, to, to, to, to, to, to, to, to, to,
to, for
(d)
1. Children should be obedient _ their parents.
2.
I am obliged _ you for your help.
3.
His words were offensive _ me.
4.
His views are opposite _ ours.
5.
The wound was painful _ him.
6.
The judge was partial _ the accused.
7.
That custom is peculiar _ this tribe.
8.
The remark was pertinent _ the case.
9.
He is pledged _ secrecy.
10.
This method is preferable _ the other.
11. Smoking is prejudicial _ health.
12.
The ceremony was prior _ the meeting.
13.
The investment proved profitable _ him.
14.
He is prone _ making mistakes.
15.
The property was reduced _ ashes.
16.
The document is related _ the agreement.
17.
The facts are relevant _ the case.
18.
His conduct was repugnant _ reason.
19.
Parents are responsible _ their children.
20.
His movements are restricted ..... the small space available.
21.
The temple is sacred ..... the villagers.
22.
Children are very sensitive ..... criticism.
23.
This old tool is still serviceable ..... some purposes.
24.
He is subject ..... sudden fits of anger.
25.
This book is suitable ..... beginners.
26.
That job is better suited ..... her talents.
27.
The college offers a supplementary course ..... weak students.
28.
His silence was tantamount ..... an admission of guilt.
29.
The story is true ..... the best of my knowledge.
Answer
Key
(d): to, to, to, to, to, to, to, to, to, to, to, to, to, to, to, to, to, to,
for, to,
to, to, for, to, for, to, for, to, to
EXERCISE
IN COMPOSITION 77
1.
He was deeply absorbed _ his studies.
2.
A truly abstemious man is moderate _ his habits.
3.
She is accomplished _ music.
4.
The report was accurate _ every detail.
5.
He is assiduous _ his duties.
6.
The boy is backward _ learning.
7.
He is bigoted _ his own religion.
8.
She is correct _ her statements.
9.
The machine is defective _ design.
10.
He is deficient _ courage.
11.
She is experienced _ teaching.
12.
He is diligent _ his work.
13.
The hills were enveloped _ mist.
14.
The soil is fertile _ rice.
15.
The bag is filled _ wheat.
16.
He is honest _ all his dealings.
17.
He was implicated _ the crime.
18.
She is interested _ painting.
19.
He was involved _ a scandal.
20.
The teacher was lax _ discipline.
21. She is proficient _ mathematics.
22.
He was remiss _ his duty.
23.
A wise man is temperate _ eating.
24.
She is well versed _ French literature.
Answer
key
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in, in, in, in
EXERCISE
IN COMPOSITION 78
1.
I am well acquainted _ his family.
2.
He was afflicted _ leprosy.
3.
She is beset _ difficulties.
4.
He is busy _ his homework.
5.
This software is compatible _ your system.
6.
The boy is compliant _ his parents’ wishes.
7.
His words are consistent _ his actions.
8.
Shakespeare was contemporary _ Bacon.
9.
He is contented _ his simple life.
10.
His views are contrasted _ mine.
11.
She is conversant _ classical music.
12.
He was convulsed _ laughter.
13.
The children were delighted _ the gifts.
14.
The fields were deluged _ rain.
15.
I am disgusted _ his behaviour.
16.
His clothes were drenched _ water.
17.
The saint was endowed _ wisdom.
18.
He is fatigued _ overwork.
19.
She was freed _ all charges.
20.
He is gifted _ a fine voice.
21.
The boy is infatuated _ a film star.
22.
The patient is infected _ fever.
23.
The house was infested _ rats.
24.
The poet was inspired _ nature.
25.
She is intimate _ her neighbours.
26.
The man is invested _ power.
27.
He was overcome _ emotion.
28.
The leader is popular _ the masses.
29.
The book is replete _ knowledge.
30.
He was satiated _ food.
31.
She is satisfied _ her progress.
32.
I was touched _ his kindness.
Answer
key
with, with, with, with, with, with, with, with, with, with, with, with, with,
with, with, with, with, with, with, with, with, with, with, with, with, with,
with, with, with, with, with, with
EXERCISE
IN COMPOSITION 79
1.
He was accused _ theft.
2.
The prisoner was acquitted _ all charges.
3.
She is afraid _ snakes.
4.
He was apprehensive _ failure.
5.
He was apprised _ the facts.
6.
I am assured _ his honesty.
7.
She is aware _ the danger.
8.
He is bereft _ friends.
9.
The goods were bought _ him.
10.
He is cautious _ his health.
11.
She is certain _ success.
12.
Mercy is characteristic _ good men.
13.
The essay is composed _ six paragraphs.
14.
He is confident _ victory.
15.
She is conscious _ her beauty.
16.
He was convicted _ murder.
17.
The jury was convinced _ his guilt.
18.
He is covetous _ wealth.
19.
She was defrauded _ her money.
20.
He was deprived _ sleep.
21.
She is desirous _ fame.
22.
He is destitute _ wealth.
23.
The sky is devoid _ clouds.
24.
He is diffident _ his powers.
25.
She is distrustful _ strangers.
26.
The lecture was dull _ content.
27.
The lesson is easy _ learn.
28.
He is envious _ his neighbour’s success.
29.
She is fearful _ the dark.
30.
He is fond _ reading.
31.
The miser is greedy _ gold.
32.
He is guilty _ telling lies.
33.
She is heedless _ advice.
34.
He is ignorant _ grammar.
35.
He is informed _ all details.
36.
The boy is innocent _ any fault.
37.
He acted irrespective _ consequences.
38.
She is lame _ one leg.
39.
He is lavish _ gifts.
40.
He is negligent _ duty.
41.
The soil is productive _ wheat.
42.
She is proud _ her son.
43.
He acted regardless _ the rules.
44.
I am sanguine _ success.
45.
He is sensible _ his weakness.
46.
She is sick _ fever.
47.
He is slow _ understanding.
48.
Oxygen is subversive _ fire.
49.
I am sure _ his honesty.
50.
He is suspicious _ strangers.
51.
She is tolerant _ faults.
52.
He is vain _ his looks.
53.
The well is void _ water.
54.
He is weary _ waiting.
55.
She is worthy _ praise.
Answer
key:
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of, of, of, of, of, of, of, of, of, of, of, of, of, of, of, of, of
EXERCISE
IN COMPOSITION 80
1.
She was anxious _ her child’s health.
2.
Kalidasa is celebrated _ his poetry.
3.
He is conspicuous _ his bravery.
4.
This is customary _ our country.
5.
This room is designed _ study.
6.
He was destined _ greatness.
7.
The boy is eager _ knowledge.
8.
She is eligible _ admission.
9.
He is eminent _ learning.
10.
This pen is fit _ use.
11.
Milk is good _ health.
12.
She is grateful _ his kindness.
13.
The thief is notorious _ stealing.
14.
He was penitent _ his faults.
15.
The army is prepared _ war.
16.
That dress is proper _ the occasion.
17.
He is qualified _ the post.
18.
I am ready _ the test.
19.
He is sorry _ his mistake.
20.
The money is sufficient _ my needs.
21.
This tool is useful _ carpenters.
22.
He is zealous _ reform.
Answer
key:
for, for, for, for, for, for, for, for, for, for, for, for, for, for, for, for,
for, for, for, for, for, for
EXERCISE
IN COMPOSITION 81
1.
He acceded _ my request.
2.
You must adapt yourself _ circumstances.
3.
We must adhere _ truth.
4.
The land was allotted _ him.
5.
He alluded _ the incident.
6.
He apologized _ me.
7.
He was appointed _ this post.
8.
This poem is ascribed _ Kalidasa.
9.
He aspires _ greatness.
10.
I assent _ your proposal.
11.
He attained _ success.
12.
Please attend _ the lecture.
13.
The poem is attributed _ Wordsworth.
14.
This book belongs _ me.
15.
Health conduces _ happiness.
16.
We must conform _ the rules.
17.
I consent _ your plan.
18.
All should contribute _ the fund.
19.
Hard work leads _ success.
20.
Listen _ my advice.
21.
I object _ your rude words.
22.
The idea never occurred _ me.
23.
I prefer tea _ coffee.
24.
He pretended _ be asleep.
25.
Please refer _ this dictionary.
26.
He reverted _ the old subject.
27.
Do not stoop _ dishonesty.
28.
He succumbed _ illness.
29.
The city surrendered _ the enemy.
30.
He testified _ his innocence.
31.
We must yield _ reason.
Answer
key:
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to, to, to, to, to, to, to, to, to, to, to
EXERCISE
IN COMPOSITION 82
1.
We should abstain _ evil deeds.
2.
He alighted _ the train.
3.
The noise ceased _ the street.
4.
He was debarred _ the club.
5.
The word is derived _ Latin.
6.
Do not derogate _ his merit.
7.
You must desist _ such tricks.
8.
Do not detract _ his glory.
9.
He deviated _ the path.
10.
Our views differ _ yours.
11. He digressed _ the subject.
12.
I dissent _ your opinion.
13.
This lesson elicits _ the previous one.
14.
The butterfly emerged _ the chrysalis.
15.
He escaped _ danger.
16.
Women were excluded _ the meeting.
17.
We must preserve ourselves _ harm.
18.
He was prevented _ going.
19.
Smoking is prohibited _ the hall.
20.
We must protect children _ bad company.
21.
He recoiled _ the snake.
22.
He recovered _ illness.
23.
You should refrain _ lying.
Answer
key:
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from, from, from, from, from, from, from, from, from, from
EXERCISE
IN COMPOSITION 83
1.
He does not associate….. dishonest people.
2.
I cannot bear….. his rudeness any longer.
3.
The workers clashed….. the police during the protest.
4.
My opinion coincides….. yours in every respect.
5.
You must comply….. the rules of the institution.
6.
We must condole….. him on the death of his father.
7.
She cannot cope….. so much pressure.
8.
I correspond….. my friend regularly.
9.
Do not credit him….. such noble motives.
10.
The market was deluged….. cheap goods.
11.
I disagree….. your statement.
12.
The judge dispensed….. justice impartially.
13.
He expostulated….. them about their reckless behaviour.
14.
Please fill this form….. a blue pen.
15.
He grappled….. many difficulties bravely.
16.
Children often feel intrigued….. mysteries.
17.
Do not meddle….. other people’s affairs.
18.
He parted….. his companions sadly.
19.
Brothers should not quarrel….. each other.
20.
The citizens remonstrated….. the king about the heavy taxes.
21.
She always sides….. the weaker party.
22.
We sympathize….. you in your loss.
23.
He trifles….. serious matters.
24.
Nations often vie….. each other in power.
Answer
key: with
EXERCISE
IN COMPOSITION 84
1.
He was acquitted….. all charges.
2.
Beware….. false friends.
3.
She boasts….. her rich heritage.
4.
He often complains….. poverty.
5.
Do not despair….. success.
6.
Many soldiers died….. their country.
7.
I disapprove….. such conduct.
8.
He disposed….. all his old books.
9.
The king was divested….. his power.
10.
I dream….. becoming a doctor.
11.
Time heals the wounds….. sorrow.
12.
You must judge a man….. his deeds.
13.
He repented….. his mistakes.
14.
Let me taste….. this delicious dish.
Answer
key: of
EXERCISE
IN COMPOSITION 85
1.
He atoned….. his past sins.
2.
They canvassed….. votes during the election.
3.
She cares….. the sick and the needy.
4.
The crowd clamoured….. justice.
5.
I feel sorry….. him.
6.
The farmer hopes….. a good harvest.
7.
She mourned….. her dead child.
8.
The prisoner pined….. his freedom.
9.
He started….. his hometown early in the morning.
10.
The parties stipulated….. certain conditions.
11.
He sued….. damages.
12.
She wished….. your success.
13.
The child yearned….. his mother’s affection.
Answer
key: for
EXERCISE
IN COMPOSITION 86
1.
He acquiesced….. their decision.
2.
The student dabbles….. painting in his free time.
3.
She delights….. music.
4.
He is employed….. this firm.
5.
He enlisted….. the army.
6.
She excels….. mathematics.
7.
He takes tall glory….. his achievements.
8.
Prices increase….. winter.
9.
Do not indulge….. idle gossip.
10.
He is involved….. this project.
11.
We must persevere….. our efforts.
12.
He persisted….. his false statement.
Answer
key:
in
EXERCISE
IN COMPOSITION 87
1.
He commented….. my speech.
2.
You must decide….. one course of action.
3.
They deliberated….. the proposal for hours.
4.
We depend….. our parents.
5.
He determined….. pursuing higher studies.
6.
The old man dwells….. the past.
7.
They embarked….. a new venture.
8.
Do not encroach….. your neighbour’s land.
9.
He enlarged….. his experiences abroad.
10.
Please do not impose….. me.
11.
He insisted….. his own opinion.
12.
Do not intrude….. their privacy.
13.
She resolved….. working harder.
14.
Many poor subsist….. bread and water.
15.
He trampled….. the rights of the weak.
Answer
Key
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EXERCISE
1
1.
He is afflicted….. T.B.
2.
She has great affection….. her children.
3.
The patient is specific….. malaria treatment.
4.
I have an antipathy….. cruelty.
5.
He is addicted….. gambling.
6.
Mumbai is famous….. its textile industry.
7.
She boasts….. her achievements.
8.
I always depend….. my parents.
9.
The beggar was convulsed….. laughter.
10.
He has no taste….. music.
11.
She is proficient….. English grammar.
12.
The audience was delighted….. his speech.
13.
She started….. her journey early in the morning.
14.
The criminal was acquitted….. all charges.
15.
He takes pride….. his honesty.
16.
We must sympathize….. the poor.
17.
She is abstemious….. her eating habits.
18.
The student persisted….. his false answer.
19.
He intruded….. our conversation without permission.
20.
The mob clamoured….. justice.
Answer
Key
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for, for, to, to, for, of, on, with, in, in, in, for, of, in, with, in, in, on,
for
EXERCISE
2
1.
He is accustomed….. hard work.
2.
I acquiesced….. their decision though unwillingly.
3.
The old man dwells….. the past.
4.
She mourned….. the death of her friend.
5.
You must comply….. the rules.
6.
She is interested….. music.
7.
They deliberated….. the matter for hours.
8.
He disposed….. his property before leaving.
9.
The soldier died….. his country.
10.
The king was divested….. his throne.
11.
He enlarged….. his travels in Europe.
12.
The student excels….. mathematics.
13.
We condole….. him on his loss.
14.
You should beware….. false friends.
15.
The child yearned….. his mother’s love.
16.
He commented….. my suggestion.
17.
She corresponded….. her friend regularly.
18.
They quarrelled….. each other over money.
19.
The beggar pined….. food.
20.
The villagers remonstrated….. the ruler about high taxes.
Answer
Key
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in, on, for, with, in, on, of, for, of, on, in, with, of, for, on, with, with,
for, with
EXERCISE
3
1.
He is diligent….. his studies.
2.
Do not meddle….. other people’s affairs.
3.
She feels remorse….. her actions.
4.
He grappled….. many difficulties in life.
5.
The teacher atoned….. her mistakes.
6.
The farmers clamoured….. government support.
7.
He trifles….. serious matters.
8.
The company employs many people….. the city.
9.
She delights….. painting in her free time.
10.
He insisted….. his opinion.
11.
Nations often vie….. each other in power.
12.
He partook….. the meal with his friends.
13.
The citizens sided….. the weaker party.
14.
He dispensed….. justice fairly.
15.
Prices increase….. winter.
16.
The child dreams….. becoming a pilot.
17.
He resolved….. working harder.
18.
The market was deluged….. cheap goods.
19.
She indulges….. her hobbies during holidays.
20.
They debated….. the proposal seriously.
Answer
Key: in,
in, for, with, for, for, in, in, in, on, with, in, with, with, in, of, on,
with, in, on
EXERCISE
4
1.
He is afflicted….. a chronic illness.
2.
She is proficient….. playing the piano.
3.
They remonstrated….. the manager about poor service.
4.
He acquiesced….. the rules reluctantly.
5.
The soldiers embarked….. a dangerous mission.
6.
We sympathize….. victims of the flood.
7.
The politician canvassed….. votes in every village.
8.
He trifles….. time instead of studying.
9.
The teacher admonished him….. careless mistakes.
10.
She boasted….. her academic success.
11.
He depends….. his friends for support.
12.
The farmer pined….. fertile soil.
13.
The judge disapproved….. harsh punishment.
14.
She delights….. reading poetry.
15.
He grappled….. his conscience over the decision.
16.
He dispensed….. advice to the young men.
17.
The mob clamoured….. action against the culprits.
18.
He persisted….. asking questions.
19.
She indulged….. her curiosity.
20.
The team sided….. the underdog.
Answer
Key : with,
in, with, in, on, with, for, in, on, of, on, for, of, in, with, with, for, in,
in, with
EXERCISE
5
1.
He is abstemious….. food and drink.
2.
She delights….. her grandchildren’s company.
3.
He bore….. insults with patience.
4.
They disagreed….. the proposal.
5.
The student committed….. memory all the lessons.
6.
He exclaimed in delight….. the good news.
7.
The child dreamt….. a wonderful adventure.
8.
He atoned….. his past mistakes.
9.
She enjoys dabbling….. painting.
10.
The visitors intruded….. the private meeting.
11.
He dispensed….. medicine to the patients.
12.
He trifles….. money instead of saving it.
13.
She pined….. the days of her youth.
14.
He corresponds….. his pen-friend regularly.
15.
The villagers clamoured….. justice.
16.
He grappled….. the concept of relativity.
17.
They embarked….. a journey across the mountains.
18.
He sided….. his colleagues in the dispute.
19.
She indulges….. chocolate occasionally.
20.
He deliberated….. the plan carefully.
Answer
Key : in,
in, with, on, to, at, of, for, in, on, with, in, for, with, for, with, on,
with, in, on
EXERCISE
6
1.
He is diligent….. his studies.
2.
The boy trifles….. serious matters.
3.
She condoles….. her friend’s loss.
4.
They quarrelled….. each other over property.
5.
He coerced….. the task reluctantly.
6.
He persisted….. his mistake despite warnings.
7.
She acquiesced….. their decision.
8.
The teacher admonished him….. negligence.
9.
He boasted….. his strength and courage.
10.
She delights….. solving puzzles.
11.
He intruded….. our discussion without permission.
12.
He dispensed….. advice wisely.
13.
The soldiers embarked….. a mission at dawn.
14.
The child pined….. his mother’s love.
15.
She indulges….. reading novels.
16.
He sided….. the weaker party in the argument.
17.
He grappled….. the difficult problem.
18.
The mob clamoured….. immediate action.
19.
The farmer yearned….. fertile soil for crops.
20.
He dreamt….. becoming a famous artist.
Answer
Key : in,
in, with, with, in, in, in, on, of, in, on, with, on, for, in, with, with, for,
for, of
EXERCISE
7
1.
He is abstemious….. his meals.
2.
The politician canvassed….. votes in the town.
3.
She repented….. her rash words.
4.
He corresponded….. his friend abroad.
5.
The judge acquitted him….. all charges.
6.
They deliberated….. the new policy for hours.
7.
He bears….. criticism patiently.
8.
She delights….. her children’s laughter.
9.
The villagers remonstrated….. the authorities.
10.
He trifles….. time instead of working.
11.
He insisted….. paying the bill himself.
12.
She pined….. the happy old days.
13.
They embarked….. the journey early.
14.
He disapproved….. dishonesty in all forms.
15.
She indulges….. sweets occasionally.
16.
He is proficient….. playing the violin.
17.
They quarrelled….. trivial matters.
18.
The student excels….. science.
19.
He grappled….. his fears courageously.
20.
He deplores….. injustice in society.
Answer
Key: in,
for, of, with, of, on, with, in, with, in, on, for, on, of, in, in, with, in,
with, in
NEW
EXERCISE 8
1.
He acquiesced….. their decision without protest.
2.
She dabbles….. painting in her free time.
3.
The teacher admonished him….. laziness.
4.
He delights….. reading classical poetry.
5.
The workers clamoured….. better wages.
6.
He persisted….. his opinion despite opposition.
7.
She indulged….. her hobbies during holidays.
8.
The crowd clamoured….. justice.
9.
He grappled….. the unexpected problem bravely.
10.
They quarrelled….. trivial issues.
11.
He is afflicted….. malaria.
12.
She sympathizes….. the victims of the storm.
13.
He atoned….. his past sins.
14.
She boasted….. her rich heritage.
15.
The king was divested….. his power.
16.
He started….. his journey at dawn.
17.
The children trifled….. their lessons.
18.
He corresponds….. his pen-friend every week.
19.
They embarked….. a dangerous expedition.
20.
The villagers remonstrated….. the unjust taxes.
Answer
Key: in,
in, on, in, for, in, in, for, with, with, with, with, for, of, of, for, in,
with, on, with
NEW
EXERCISE 9
1.
He sided….. the weaker party in the dispute.
2.
She indulges….. chocolate occasionally.
3.
The mob clamoured….. immediate action.
4.
He dispensed….. medicine to the patients.
5.
He trifles….. his wealth instead of saving it.
6.
She delights….. solving difficult problems.
7.
The farmer pined….. fertile land.
8.
He grappled….. the complex concept.
9.
The politician canvassed….. votes in the villages.
10.
He bears….. insults patiently.
11.
They quarrelled….. each other over inheritance.
12.
He persisted….. learning despite difficulties.
13.
She boasted….. her children’s success.
14.
He intruded….. our private discussion.
15.
The teacher admonished him….. careless mistakes.
16.
He is proficient….. mathematics.
17.
The soldier died….. his country.
18.
The child yearned….. his mother’s affection.
19.
They deliberated….. the new project.
20.
He trampled….. the rights of the weak.
Answer
Key: with,
in, for, with, in, in, for, with, for, with, with, in, of, on, on, in, for,
for, on, on
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