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Oxford English Grammar Course Intermediate
TEST 21 • prepositions

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1 The basics – time and place. Put in at, in, on, to or – (= no preposition).
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The party is
Saturday night.
We got married
2008.
Are you free
next Tuesday?
We usually go on holiday
August.
What are you doing
the weekend?
Do you know
what time Sheila is arriving?
Turn left
the traic lights.

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Both my children are
He lives
I arrived
There’s a spider
The woman
‘What’s

university.
Montreal.
work late this morning.
the wall.
the white coat is Dr Cox.
your glass?’ ‘Apple juice.’

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2 The basics – movement. Put in the correct prepositions.
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I went
the post oice and bought some stamps.
Walk
the hill and you’ll see my house from the top.
Please take your feet
the seat.
Go
the corner into New Street and the supermarket is on your left.
the High Street until you see a cinema on your right.
Drive
We drove
the city centre and into the countryside.
The gate leading to the ield was unlocked, so we walked
it.
If you want to cross the river, you can cycle
the bridge.

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3 Some preposition choices.

Circle the correct preposition in italics.

1 I need to inish this report by / until Friday.
2 The bus stop is almost opposite / in front of my house: just cross the road.
3 Somebody between / among you knows the truth.
4 We’re going on holiday for / during two weeks this summer.

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4 Verbs with prepositions. Correct the mistakes or write ‘Correct’.
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I’m coming – please wait me! please wait for me
He entered into the room and sat down.
She’s sufering of a heavy cold.
The government has succeeded in winning the election.
Please can you cut the cake in eight slices.
Those chairs belong in the kitchen.
We need to discuss about this problem.
If you see this man, do not approach him.
She’s applying in the university for a place next year.

Please forgive me for what I said.
He got of his car and slowly walked towards me.
I’m not going to wait them for much longer.
I hope you succeed in your exams.
We’re not accusing you to be lazy.
Don’t blame me for what happened!

Why are you laughing at me?

Correct

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Oxford English Grammar Course • Intermediate TEST 21 • prepositions

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5 Nouns with prepositions. Complete the sentences with the correct prepositions.
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I don’t like the idea
changing jobs.

The government is increasing the tax
petrol.
What’s the matter
your soup?’ ‘It’s not hot enough.’
This government has a strong belief
the importance of education.
There’s a strong connection
exercise and good health.
There’s no reason
behaving like that.
She sent me an invitation
her party.
We need to stop for petrol
the way.

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6 Adjectives with prepositions. Are the prepositions correct (✓) or not (✗)?
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It was kind of you to think of me.

I’m very angry for what happened last night.
I’m surprised by your behaviour.
We aren’t happy of our hotel room – it’s too small.
He’ll deinitely be it for the match on Saturday.

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7 Expressions beginning with prepositions.

He’s very good with singing.
I’m excited for starting my new job.
He’s so diferent from his brother.
I’m not sure about when we’re meeting.
They’re disappointed for losing the match.

Match the two halves of the sentences and put in

the missing prepositions.
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My driving licence is …
Everybody stood up and clapped …

Sorry, I dialled the wrong number …
If you want to arrive …
I worked hard all week and …
This is the most …
We got to the cinema …
I can’t see the TV because you’re …
I left work at 6 o’clock, but I stopped …

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time, you need to leave now.
time for the start of the ilm.
the way home to do some shopping.
of date. so I need to renew it. ✓
mistake; I meant to call my wife.
the way; please can you move?
the end of her speech.
the end, I inished decorating my house.
to date mobile phone in the shop.

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8 Mixed structures. Put in the correct prepositions.
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I arrived
the airport two hours early.
I’m away
business next week.
I’m feeling very optimistic
my new job.
What’s the matter
the washing machine? It isn’t working.
There’s nothing to be afraid
.

I don’t know the reason
the delay.
I think you should apply
the job.
They spend a lot of money
their grandchildren.
We can’t get
the plane until they’ve cleaned it.
She reminded me
the afternoon meeting.
She reminds me
my teacher in primary school.
We’re so proud
what you’ve done.
I’m not very good
maths.
They’re capable
winning all their matches.
How long has your house been
the market?

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Oxford English Grammar Course • Intermediate TEST 21 • prepositions

© Michael Swan and Catherine Walter PHOTOCOPIABLE