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USING PREPOSITIONS EXERCISE

BOOK by Edward R. Rosset

Editorial Stanley

Using Prepositions Exercise Book Written by / Escrito por Edward R. Rosset. Member of the Bachelor of Arts Association of Euskadi. Miembro del Colegio de Licenciados de Filosoffa y Letras de Euskadi. Revised by / Revisado por Editorial Stanley Published by / Editado por Editorial Stanley Layout / Diseno y Maquetacidn Angela Gbmez Martfn Front page design / Disefio portada Diseno (rune's © Editorial Stanley Apdo. 207 - 20300 IRUN - SPAIN Telf. (34) 943 64 04 12 - Fax. (34) 943 64 38 63 ISBN: 84-7873-325-6 Dep. Leg. BI-2976-03 First edition / Primera edicibn 2000 Second edition / Segunda edicibn 2003 Printers / Imprime: Imprenta Berekintza

Using Prepositions • Exercise Book

Contents Prologue

v

Answer the following questions:

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List of English Prepositions

vi

Hung out to dry

72

About • Above • On • On to • Onto • Over -Up

Match numbers with letters

73

2

Crossword with prepositions

74

Across • Through • Throughout

6

Assorted

75

Beside • Besides • Aside

8

Ask questions for these answers

76

By Candle Light

77

There are 15 prepositions. Find them

78

Finish the sentences

79

Assorted

80

Crossword of prepositions

81

After • Behind • Beyond • Past

10

Until • Till • As far as • Up to

12

Between • Among • Within

14

On • At • In

16

From • Of • Off • Since • With

25

Despite • In spite of • Instead of • Instead .. 33 Into • To • Towards

35

Free Drinks

82

Round • Around • About

42

Assorted

83

During -For

44

Skin Trouble

85

As • Like

46

Assorted

86

Below • Down • Under • Beneath • Underneath

Find the 13 prepositions

87

48

Against • Opposite • In front of

50

Out of • Outside -Out

52

For • By • Along

54

Assorted • Typing

58


60

Which is the correct answer?

88

Assorted

89

Match numbers with letters

90

SwimmingPool

91

Assorted

92


93

Complete the joke with prepositions. Guillotines

61

Ask questions for these answers

94

Assorted

62

Assorted

95

Assorted

63


96


64

Another Coffee

97

Putting out the fire

65

Answer these questions

98

Assorted

66

Assorted

99

You will find 11 prepositions in this word square

67

Assorted

100

Assorted

68

Assorted

101

Which is the correct answer?

69

Assorted

102

Assorted

70

Answer Key

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Prologo

Prologue

Las preposiciones inglesas son, quiza, uno de los puntos ma's conflictivos del idioma ingles para aquellos que quieran adquirir un completo dominio de la lengua. En muchos de los casos las preposiciones inglesas no se corresponden con sus homologas de otros idiomas. • I am waiting for Peter. • Estoy esperando a Pedro.

English prepositions are perhaps one of the most difficult points of the English language for those who want to acquire a thorough knowledge of the language. Very often English prepositions do not correspond to their homologues in other languages. • I am waiting for Peter. • Estoy esperando a Pedro.

En otros casos, en un idioma puede que haya preposici6n mientras que en el otro idioma no la hay. • I saw James last night. • Vi a Jaime ayer noche.

In other cases, there may be a preposition in one language where there is no preposition in the other language. • I saw James last night. • Vi a Jaime ayer noche.

Con los libros Guide to Prepositions y Using Prepositions tratamos de proporcionar al estudiante y al profesional de la traducci6n una ayuda para facilitates su trabajo.

With the Guide to Prepositions and Using Prepositions we provide students and professionals with a practical tool to help them in their work.

Sobre el uso de este libro

How to use this book

El libro Using Prepositions es un libro de ejercicios, complementario del Guide to Prepositions. Encontramos que muy a menudo, las preposiciones en ingle's no se corresponden con las espanolas. Por lo tanto, los estudiantes encuentran difi'cil saber exactamente que preposicion usar en una frase dada. En este libro el estudiante encontrara cientos de ejercicios que le ayudaran a dominar el difi'cil arte del uso de las preposiciones. Las mas conflictivas han sido agrupadas en la primera parte del libro, siendo sus diferencias explicadas con ejemplos. En la segunda parte, todos los ejercicios estan mezclados. El estudiante debe elegir que preposicion usar basandose en el sentido de la frase.

The book Using Prepositions is an exercise book to complement Guide to Prepositions. We find that, very often, prepositions in English do not correspond to the Spanish ones. Therefore, students find it very difficult to know exactly which preposition to use in a given sentence. In this book students will find hundreds of exercises to help them master the difficult art of using prepositions. The most confusing ones have been grouped together in the first part of the book and their differences explained with examples. In the second part all the exercises have been mixed together. The student must find which preposition to use with only the context of the sentence as a guide.

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Using Prepositions

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List of English Prepositions about above according to across after against along among around as far as at because of before behind below beneath beside besides between beyond

but

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by despite down during except

for from in

out of outside over past round since through throughout

in front of inside in spite of instead of into like near

till

of off on

upon up to with

on to opposite

within without

to toward(s) under underneath until

up

Using Prepositions Exercise Book


About • Above • On • On to • Onto • Over • Up A textbook on American history. (Un libro de texto sobre la historia americana)

About y on What's the difference between a book about cooking and a book on cooking? On se usa para sugerir que un libro, arti'culo, charla, etc., es serio o academico, apropiado para especialistas. About se usa cuando la informacion que se da es mas general, o el estilo de la comunicacion es mas casual.

A book about American civilization. (Un libro sobre la civilizacion americana)

The water came above/over their waists. (El agua les llegaba por encima de la cintura)

Above y over Los dos se pueden usar con el significado de 'mas alto que'.

- The plane was flying over France. (El avion estaba volando sobre Francia) - There are a lot of clouds over the south of Wales. (Habia cantidad de nubes sobre el sur del Pat's de Gales)

Cuando queremos significar 'por encima', 'cubriendo', usamos over. Tambien con numeros y expresiones de cantidad o medida se usa over.

- There were over 2,000 people. (Habia ma's de 2.000 personas)

- She was over 18 anyway. The temperature was four degrees above zero. (La temperatura era de cuatro grades sobre cero)

Compare:

(De todas formas tenfa mas de 18 anos)

Usamos above cuando pensamos en medidas en la escala vertical (de arriba a abajo).

- The summit of this mountain is over 6,000 m. above sea-level. (La cumbre de esta montana esta a mas de 6.000 m. por encima del nivel del mar)

- Shall I put the vase onto the shelf? (iPongo el jarron en la estanten'a?) - Let's move onto the next item. (Sigamos con el siguiente paso en la agenda)

Onto y on to Onto es una preposicion que significa 'encima', 'sobre', 'en', 'a'. Se usa con verbos de movimiento. On to significa 'meterse con uno', 'estar detras de uno'.

- He's always on to me. (Siempre esta encima mi'o) - They must be on to something good. (Deben de haber encontrado algo bueno)

Up Up puede ser preposicion y adverbio. Como preposicion significa 'arriba', 'en', 'contra'. 2 STANLEY

- They walked up the street. (Caminaron calle arriba)


About • Above • On • On to • Onto • Over • Up 1. She was furious

21. I'm writing a book

our

mistake.

flowers.

2. We could hardly hear each other

22. The old man was very angry

the loud music.

the delay.

3. He increased his influence

23. Tell me all

it.

the others. 24. We are well 4. That man must be

25. What's he so angry

he's fifty at least.

the ring you lost yesterday?

Hannibal crossing the Alps. 6. There were five or six books spread all

27. Don't worry

the table. 7. She is

?

26. Why don't you ask him

5. I've written a book

that; I'll

see

to it.

all suspicion.

8. They are laughing

28. I was wondering

his

that

myself.

strange clothes.

29. He won

9. The helicopter was hovering the little village.

the audience.

30. The poor woman was weeping the death of her husband.

10. There was something strange that girl.

31. He's very careless

11. She put her umbrella

her head.

12. That girl is

them?

the place.

33. And while you're

14. The plane was flying

the clouds.

15. His hat was

the bush.

35. My grandfather likes to boast

16. I dropped the keys somewhere

his feats in the war.

the place. it; don't act on impulse.

36. Be careful, mind what you're 37. His head was bent

me. I'm not

like that. 19. We all agree

it, why don't

you write my Christmas cards too? 34. Stop beating

his ears.

18. She's wrong

his per-

sonal appearance. 32. Does he have any authority

deception.

13. The woman is somewhere

17. Think

sea level.

forty;

a book.

38. The Romans were victorious the need for

their enemies.

more schools. 39. Please sit down, we're 20. What does he want to see me

to start.

? 40. You must be certain

the

facts before you do anything.

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About • Above • On • On to • Onto • Over • Up Which is the correct answer? 1.I couldn't care less a) over

b) on

15. The huge boulder crashed down

it! c) about

the car.

d) above a) on

2. He came a) up

b) onto

c) over

d) about

with a solution. b) over

c) about

d) above

16. Don't cry a) over

spilt milk.

b) above

c) about

d) on

your work. c) on to

d) about

3. I really don't know what all the fuss is a) over

b) about

4. Let's climb

d) on

c) up

the tree and take the

apples. a) on

b) over

c) above

d) up

5.1 wish you'd do something

your

b) on

18. She is a) on

c) above

b) onto

c) over

19. You'll see it in the a) on

d) over

d) about

paragraph.

b) onto

c) over

d) above his attitude that

worries me. a) about

6. We're very uneasy a) on to

suspicion. b) above

20. There's something

hair; it looks terrible. a) about

17. I'm curious a) on b) above

b) above

c) on to

d) over

our future. c) about

d) over

21. Let's get a) on

this business. b) across

c) over

d) about

7. Something will happen; something will turn 22. He stepped out of the train a) up

b) over

c) about

8. We've been walking

d) on

the town all

day. a) up

b) about

c) on

9. And while you are a) up

b) about

10. He tumbled a) up

that business. c) on

d) over

a stone here.

b) above

11. Turn

d) over

c) over

d) onto

the radio. The volume is

too low. a) up

a) on

c) on

b) onto

23. She tripped a) on

b) over

the pain in

b) on

14. He's crazy a) on

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b) over

d) above it.

c) onto

d) over

that woman. c) about

d) above the

place. a) about

b) on

c) over

d) above

25. Don't toss your money a) above b) on to

.

c) onto

26. They had a discussion b) about

d) about that.

c) over

d) onto

d) above

them about the

missing money. a) on

c) on

13. We have no control a) about

c) about

d) above

his shoulder. a) about

d) about

a chair and fell.

b) over

27. The police are 12. He consulted a doctor

c) over

24. There were cigarette butts all

a) on b) over

the

platform.

b) onto

28. They escaped a) on

b) onto

29. I'm very doubtful that. a) about

b) on

c) over

d) about

the border. c) over

d) about

the wisdom of c) over

d) above


About • Above • On • On to • Onto • Over • Up Join the sentences 1. What are you ... 2. He's very excited ... 3. My window opens ... 4. The two men fought...

A. about ghosts. B. about the project. C. about you passing your driving test. D. over other countries.

5. Today I don't feel ...

E.

talking about?

6. The old man stumbled ...

F.

about him.

7. I have my suspicions ... 8. They have supremacy ...

G. on to the park. H. over a fallen chair.

9. I'm very glad ...

I.

10. This is a story ...

up to it; I'm tired.

J.

over a woman.

11. The dog came straight...

K.

on chemistry.

12. He's very careless ...

L.

on me.

13. You can always count...

M. onto the path.

14. The child climbed up ...

N. onto his father's shoulders.

15. There's a lecture ...

0. about his appearance.

1. What are you 2. He's very excited 3. My window opens 4. The two men fought 5. Today I don't feel 6. The old man stumbled 7. I have my suspicions 8. They have supremacy 9. I'm very glad 10. This is a story 11. The dog came straight 12. He's very careless 13. You can always count 14. The child climbed up 15. There's a lecture

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Across • Through • Throughout

Across, through Los dos significan lo mismo: 'a traves'. Sin embargo, across se usa cuando nos referimos a una superficie, o pasamos de un lado a otro (por ejemplo un rio).

They walked across the road. (Cruzaron la carretera) He swam across the river. (Cruzo el rio a nado)

They walked through the forest. (Caminaron a traves del bosque)

Through Through se usa cuando hablamos acerca de una cavidad o espacio tridimensional.

Throughout

He jumped through the window. (Salto a traves de la ventana)

- You can see that throughout the country. (Se puede ver eso por todo el pat's)

Puede ser preposicion o adverbio.

Como preposicion significa 'por todo', 'en todo' Como adverbio significa 'hasta el final'. I read the book throughout. (Lei el libro de cabo a rabo)

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Across • Through • Throughout 1. They all swam

the river and

2. He sailed

22. My property extends

those

fields.

soon reached the other side. the examination.

23. I'm afraid the project has fallen

3. References to love keep occurring 24. The water filters

the poem.

25. He got

4. Air pressure forces the water

his exams, thank

goodness.

the pipe. 5. There's a garage

the sand.

the street.

26. The morning light stole

the

shutters. 6.

his life he had always 27. The story was splashed

collected stamps.

the

front page. 7. She could see people

the mist.

8. The church is just

the road.

28. The children splashed

9. They are going to build a new bridge

the

puddles. 29. She squeezed

the narrow gap.

the river. 30. The banana skin slipped 10. We went for a walk

the fields.

11. There was a huge, gloomy house

31. The elephants smashed

the road.

32. We'll have to cut

the mist. my old teacher on

33. The baby slept

the

thunderstorm.

14. A message has just come

34. These people are smuggling drugs customs.

15. They tunnelled their way 35. The road snakes

the

the

mountains.

window.

17. The rescue party cut

country to

reach the village.

my way home.

16. The tree crashed

the

bushes.

12. The house was hardly visible

13. I came

his

fingers.

the

36. After the storm we were all soaked

forest. 18. The children cut

19. They thrust their way

a field. the

crowd.

the window. 38. They are rowing 39. The wind screamed

20. A feeling of horror swept

40. They pushed their way

the crowd. 21. He swept his hand

37. When I saw her, she was looking

his hair.

the lake. the trees. the

crowd.

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Beside • Besides • Aside

Beside Es una preposicion que significa 'al lado

Who's that beautiful girl sitting beside Peter? (iQuien es esa preciosa joven sentada junto a Pedro?)

de' o 'junto a'.

Besides

Besides geography, we have to study literature. (Ademtis de geografia, tenemos que estudiar literatura)

Besides es tanto preposicion como adverbio. Como preposicion tiene un significado parecido a 'ademas de', cuando quere-

Who was at the partys besides John and the Millbanks? (iQuien estaba en la fiesta edema's de John y los Millbank?)

mos afiadir alguna informacion nueva a la que ya tenemos.

Besides como adverbio, significa 'tambien', 'ademas'. Generalmente va seguido de coma, antes de una oracion.

I don't like those books; besides, they're not what I'm looking for. (No me gustan estos libros, adenitis no son los que estoy buscando) It's too cold to go out; besides, there's a good programme on TV. (Hace demasiado fn'o para salir, ademas hay un buen programs en la tele)

Aside Aside puede ser preposicion y adverbio.

- I hardly watch any TV, aside from the news. (Apenas veo la tele, aparte de las noticias)

Como preposicion tiene el significado de 'excepto por'. Como adverbio significa 'a un lado'.

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Stand aside please; let the ambulance pass. (Apartense, por favor, dejen pasar la ambulancia)


Beside • Besides • Aside an old

1. I have no relatives

22. He sat

the dark-haired girl.

uncle. 23. She pulled the curtain 2.

.

your earlier work, this 24. Stand

piece seems rather disappointing.

and let these people

pass! 3. She called me

and told me 25. We've set

what had happened. 4. She swept the curtains 5. He stepped

and let her in.

6. Stand

some money

for our retirement.

and let me pass!

26. The baby giraffe stood its mother. 27. Put this pullover

7. There were 15 people at the meeting

for me, I'll

come with the money later.

the speaker. 28. Do you play any other sports 8. The beautiful girl sat 9.

me.

being expensive, it's bad.

darts? 29. He took me

and told me

about his illness.

10. His efforts look feeble yours.

30. He pushed the old woman

11. Susan came and sat

me.

12. There were twelve people at the party,

31. We'll

have to put

any idea

of a holiday this year.

me. 32. Our school stands 13. There will be ten of them for lunch,

a

river.

Peter.

33. He has two other cars

14. We haven't time to see it,

the one he's driving.

it's very boring. 15. This is our youngest child, we have two others

34. I've had offers from several American companies and two British ones 35. The exact cost is

16. The film was in black and white, being too long. 17. I have no relations, cousin.

36. I don't a distant

mind you being late;

you. herself with rage

her good looks she has

just in case.

himself with

grief when his wife died. 38. When she passed her exam she was herself with joy. 39. Stand

nothing else. 21. I always keep this book

,

it's not your fault.

when she saw the mess. 20.

the point.

37. He was

18. Nobody cares about me 19. She was

.

and make way for the

ambulance. me,

40. Every month we put

a bit of

money for a rainy day.

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After • Behind • Beyond • Past After

- I'll get in touch with you after I arrive.

After va seguido de presente, nunca de futuro. Significa 'despues de'.

(Me pondre en contacto con usted despues de llegar)

After no se usa como adverbio; el adverbio es afterwards, o then o after that.

- I'm going to have my lunch; and then I'm going to study. (Voy a comer, despues voy a estudiar)

Behind

- He left a good memory behind him. (Dejo detras un buen recuerdo)

Behind puede ser preposicion y adverbio. Como preposicion significa 'detras'. Como adverbio significa 'detras.

- We can't leave our dog behind. (No podemos dejar detras a nuestro perm)

Beyond - They went beyond the river. (Fueron ma's alla del no)

Beyond puede ser preposicion y adverbio. Como preposicion significa 'mas alia de'. Como adverbio significa 'mas alia', 'mas lejos'.

- Look at the river and the mountains beyond. (Mira el no y las montanas detras)

Past

- They drove past the house.

Past puede ser preposicion y adverbio.

(Pasaron en coche por delante de la casa.)

Como preposicion significa 'por delante de'. Como adverbio significa 'pasar'.

- He ran past. (Paso corriendo.)

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After • Behind • Beyond • Past 1. The policeman ran

him, but

21. The storm left a trail of destruction

it.

he escaped.

22. There are many people

2. There's a good film on the day

3. This car is

the

scenes.

tomorrow. repair, I'm afraid.

23. What you are telling me is belief.

4. Don't forget to lock the door

24. That kind of money was quite

you when you leave.

our reach.

5. I'd like to know who is

25. The little boy was hiding

all that.

the

armchair.

6. This old man is

working.

26.I can't understand the lesson; it's quite

7. After so many years the town had changed

me.

recognition.

8. She works

27. 'Will you look

the counter as a

sales assistant.

the children?'

'Yes, I'll take care of them.' 28. We'll name the baby

you,

darling.

9. The four children were trailing their mother.

29. They were set at liberty questioning.

10. The sports car thundered

30. He shaved off his beard

and vanished into the distance.

wearing it for twenty years.

11. She's like her mother. She takes

31. He walked

her mother. 12. The dog went

without looking

at us.

the cat.

32. We'll do this first, we can do that

13.

They have been inquiring

we finish this.

your father. 33. He comes here day 14. My parents are going out so I have to look

34.

my little brother.

day.

what she did, I don't trust her.

35.1 live in this street, just

15. She set the dog

me.

16. We'll name the little baby

the

post office. its

36. Has the number 27 bus gone

mother.

yet?

17. These treaties are usually negotiated

37. She's

the scenes. 18. They were standing

us

in the queue. 19. There's always a man 20. What's and pearl necklace?

the age when she

needs a babysitter. 38. She was walking two steps 39. Few people live a scheme.

the new dress

him. the age

of a hundred. 40. This watch is

repair,

I'm afraid.

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Until • Till • As far as • Up to

Until, till Until o till puede ser preposicidn o conjuncion.

Como preposicion tiene el significado de 'hasta'. Como conjuncion significa 'hasta que'.

As far as As far as significa 'hasta' en distancia.

Up to Up to significa 'hasta' cuando se sube o se trepa.

- Let's wait until/till Friday. (Esperemos hasta el viernes)

- Let's wait until/till he comes. (Esperemos hasta que llegue)

- Let's walk as far as the bridge. (Caminemos hasta el puente)

We'll have to walk up to the top of the hill. (Tendremos que caminar hasta lo alto de la colina)

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Until -Till -As far as- Up to

you see a sign. 2.

he spoke she hadn't realized he was a foreigner.

the

22. The boy climbed top of the tree. 23. Walk

3. There was nobody around

you cain along the cliff. 3 o'clock

24. He was awake in the morning.

I could see. 4. It's OK

the tower.

21. The two athletes ran

1. Continue in this direction

I am concerned.

5. We waited

four o'clock.

6. We are going

the top of

the hill.

25. She could hardly walk the window. 26. Go old trunk.

the a)ttic and get the

27. Wait 7. We played cards

the

rain stops.

10 o'clock. Friday.

28.lt may last 8. We'll walk

the top of the hill.

9. I was up

three o'clock

two

29. Nothing happened in the morning. 10. Wait

the old man's death.

wait there.

he was 25. I tell you.

14. Hadn't you better wait

33. Continue in this direction you see an old church. 34. Continue in this direction

he gets here?

the old church. Manchester

on this train.

17. They'll work

35. She won't stop shouting you let her go.

the tower. nine p.m.

if necessary.

36. Don't open the parcel your birthday. 37. He climbed the rope

18. I'll be here

you call me.

38. He was a clerk

19. They came

the door.

39. Wait

20. The soldiers waited they got new orders.

the old castle and

32. Run

12. He didn't have a gilrfriend

1 6. They climbed the stairs

lived alone. 31. Nobody knew the secret

he finishes.

15. We'll go

now I have always

30.

she sees that.

11 . Once he starts he won't stop

13. Don't move

o'clock.

40. I'll race you

the roof. the war.

you hear from me. the top of the

hill. 13 STANLEY


Between • Among • Within

Between - Our house is between the church and the post office. (Nuestra casa esta entre la iglesia y correos)

Puede ser preposicion y adverbio.

Como preposicion significa 'entre'. Se usa con dos personas o cosas.

Leave them alone, don't get between. (Dejalos, no te metas en medio)

Como adverbio significa 'en medio', 'por medio', 'entremedias'.

- I saw a house among the trees. (Vi una casa entre los arboles)

Among, amongst Among, amongst es preposicion y significa 'entre'. Se usa cuando hay mas de dos (cosas o personas).

Keep the children within call. (Ten a los ninos al alcance de la voz) The job must be done within a week. (El trabajo debe de estar terminado dentro de una semana)

Within Within puede ser preposicion y adverbio.

The enemy was within two miles. (El enemigo estaba a menos de dos millas) Como preposicion significa 'al alcance de', 'dentro de', 'a menos de'. Como adverbio significa 'dentro'.

- Enquire within. (Entra y pregunta dentro)

- Kitchen porter wanted: apply within. (Se necesita pinche de cocina-. preguntar dentro)

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Using Prepositions

• Exercise Book

Between • Among • Within 1.

those present were the President and his wife.

21. Mrs Rogers divided the cake Jean and John.

2. A phone call is cheaper

22. The whole thing was

8 pm and 6 am.

an inch of collapsing.

3. Those people are always arguing

23. It weighs

themselves.

two and three tons.

24. They split the work

4. We drank a bottle of wine

the two of us.

them.

25. She turned

5. There's no understanding

an hour.

26. Go and see everybody living

husband and wife.

the area.

6.I had to choose

the two girls. 27.There's a bell

7. That's the difference and me.

you

28. The village has four pubs

8. They divided the stolen money all of them. 9.

the

patient's reach.

a hundred yards.

you and me, it's impossible

29. I'm looking for a house a mile from the station.

to do it. 10. They shared the money two criminals.

the

30.1 could see a house

the trees.

31. She felt small 11. The four children shared the sweets them. 12. Irun is on the border and Spain.

32. It is

the limits of my

modest talent.

France

33. I live

13. You have to read 14. There was a race

the two boys.

the lines. the two horses.

the church and

the bridge. 34. She felt lost

those people.

15. There's a close relation rainfall and crops.

35. He finds it hard to live

16. There's a close resemblance the two boys.

36.

his income.

37. She works

17. The poor boy was at a loss all the women.

18. They arrived 19. What's the difference horse and a mule? 20. Don't be afraid, you're friends.

you and me, it can't be done.

38. three and four. a

the poor. those present was the

Prime Minister. 39. We'II lay a cable

the two poles.

40. They kept arguing themselves.

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On • At • In On, at, in En general on, in y at se usan para hablar acerca de la posicion en el espacio. A veces, la diferencia entre ellos es dificil de ver, y no siempre es facil saber cual de ellos es correcto. On se usa para hablar sobre la posicion en una Imea o en una superficie. Por regla general: At se usa cuando hablamos sobre posicion en un punto. In se usa para hablar sobre posicion en un lugar que tenga tres dimensiones.

There's a nice little village on the river. (Hay un bonito pueblo en el no)

On a line There's a motel on this road. (Hay un motel en esta carretera)

On a surface

There was a picture on the wall. (Habfa un cuadro en la pared) -She was sitting on a chair. (Estaba sentada en una silla)

At a point

Turn left at the traffic lights. (Gira a la izquierda en el semiforo) She was standing at the crossroads. (Estaba de pie en el cruce de carreteras)

In three dimensions De todas formas, como hay muchas excepciones, recomendamos al estudiante que se refiera al libro Guide to Prepositions que contiene una recopilacion exhaustiva de ejemplos.

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The dog is in the kitchen. (el perro estd en la cocina) The children were swimming in the river. (Los ninos estaban nadando en el no)


On • At • In 1. I have been

work all day.

2. They had very little information to work

21. You must admit you are the wrong. 22. The poor woman yelled

3. She wondered

the speed

anguish. 23. We don't admit anybody else

with which the letter arrived. 4. That girl is very good

tennis.

5. There was no name

the

our club. 24. The man was very advanced years.

door, so we knocked. 6. The car was stopped

the

traffic lights.

economic affairs. 26. They all agreed

7. I refuse to spend so much money a pair of running shoes.

the best

course of action. 27. There's no agreement

8. How much interest are we paying

that point.

28. We're collecting money

the loan?

aid of charity.

the

9. Turn left

25. He advises the Government

29. All the soldiers aimed

roundabout.

30. The little bird alighted

10. There was a man standing the corner of the room. 11. There are eight pints

the target. a branch.

31. The passengers were very angry being delayed.

a gallon.

32. She is very annoyed

12. There was a huge lamp the ceiling.

the

way he behaves.

13. She's very keen

music.

33. I'm very annoyed

14. There were a lot of people

the bus.

34. She's an expert

35. This is an attack

his task.

poverty.

36. They were all in attendance

16. She was accompanied

the ceremony.

the piano by her father. 37. You're very bad

17. You must be very accurate this kind of work.

changing nappies. 38. He's awful

metal.

telling jokes.

39. Don't turn your back

19. The cameras zoomed in his face. 20. He was writhing about

programming a

computer.

15. The old man was absorbed

18. Acid acts

your

carelessness.

people. agony.

40. We're banking

your help.

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On • At • In Which is the correct answer? 1. She hadn't bargained

her

husband coming back so early.

a) on

b) at

c) in

2. The four dogs were barking

a) on

b) at

me.

c) in

3. The theory is based

a) at

b) in

practice.

c) on

4. You have to bear that

a) in

b) on

5. She beat him

a) on

b) at

mind.

c) at his own game.

c) in

6. Hannibal was blind

his right

eye.

a) in

b) on

b) in

these

c) at

14.We'll pay him a) at b) on

cash. c) in

15. We had to call a) at b) on

an expert. c) in

16. The little statue was carved a) in b) at c) on 17. The dog came straight

a) at

b) on

wood.

me.

c) in

18. Have you any comments scandal? a) at b) in c) on

the

c) at

7. Don't put the blame

a) at

13. What are your views matters? a) on b) in

me.

19. The little boy clutched a) on b) at c) in

my hand.

c) on 20. He's very clumsy

8. The four volumes were bound

a) on

b) in

doing things.

c) at

leather.

a) on

b) in

c) at

9. I like to bet my money

a) on

b) at

10. I'm speaking

21. I can't see anything; turn horses.

lights, please. a) in b) on

the

c) at

c) in behalf of my

22. We must put our trust a) in b) on c) at

God.

colleagues.

a) at

b) in

23. A marriage must be based

c) on

a) on 11. We'll take vengeance

b) on

c) in

12. The little girl entered the room tears.

a) at

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b) on

trust.

c) at

you one

day.

a) at

b) in

c) in

24. He tucked his shirt a) in b) at

his trousers.

c) on


On • At • In 1. She hadn't bargained

such a

violent reaction.

22. We must put our trust

God.

23. A marriage must be based

2. The dogs were barking

me.

3. The theory is based

practice.

4. You have to bear that

mind.

trust.

24. He tucked his shirt

his

trousers. 25. Try

these shoes before you

buy them. 5. I beat him

his own game. 26. The little boy tugged

6. Orellana was blind

one eye.

7. Don't put the blame

me.

27. They took compassion

those

children.

8. The four volumes were bound leather.

28. I'll let you go

9. I like to bet my money

10. I'm speaking

my

elbow.

horses. behalf of my

you

one day.

12. Don't vent your anger

13. What are your views

29. She doesn't confide anybody.

colleagues.

11 We'll take vengeance

your wife. all these

30. I have confidence

32. Hello, Charles. Congratulations your success. 33. Angrily he smashed the glasses

14 On my way home I'll call

the table.

Susan's.

34. The soldiers charged

an expert.

35. There's a change weather.

wood.

18. Have you any comments

me. the

scandal? 19. The little boy clutched 20. He's very clumsy

anything with his hands.

21 , I can't see anything; turn

the

enemy.

16. The little statue was carved

17. The dog came straight

my son.

31. She congratulated him passing his exams.

matters?

15. We had to call

condition

that you come back early.

36. This is an elementary course German. 37. There's a lecture

my hand. doing

the

38. I saw them

chemistry. a new Mercedes.

39. You know that you can always count me.

40. I'll go with you. You can count me

the lights, please.

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On • At • In

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the party

the beach

the table

the train

the teatre

the ceiling

three o'clock

sea

Friday

an island

page 20

night

the table

the wall

war

the 2nd floor


On • At • In 21. This is the biggest country

1. There weren't many people

the world.

the plane. 2. He arrived

the 8.30 train.

3. She was

the back of the

car.

4. He stood

the door.

5. You did it

purpose.

6. I saw him

?

24. Those people are

strike.

25. He was very advanced

years. her new

boyfriend. 27. They got stuck

my way.

8. There's a concert

the jury.

23. Whose side are you

26. She's stuck

the way here.

7. The dog was

22. She was


the

the mud. the sole

of my shoe.

Albert Hall. 9. We'll go

New Year's day.


29. That's based 30. We succeeded

the

personal taste. making

him talk.

ceiling. 11. She was lying

31. I was very surprised

the sofa.

12. He was sitting

the

news.

the

32. She's very charming

armchair. 13. I'll come to see you

your

33. They dined

birthday. 14. He was waiting

the traffic

the

surface.

34. He fixed his eyes

cold chicken. the

beautiful woman.

lights. 15. There were fifty people

the

most.

35. She's a graduate

law.

36. What are you getting

16. She bought it

half price.

17. I attended dinner

37. He cast a glance

38. We heard the news

the

radio.

18. He ordered the soldiers to fire will.

20. The poor woman was

the

headlines.

his

request.

19. There's a flag

?

39. The little girl was the pole. pain.

40.1 could see some clouds

her own. the

horizon.

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On • At • In Match numbers with letters 1. He's studying 2. I saw your mother 3. All the church goers 4. That was a storm 5. They kept a lot of food 6. They stopped dead 7. The stress falls 8. In this factory they work 9.That man will stop

E. on the second syllable. F. at Bristol University. G. in his sleep. H. in their tracks. I. in store.

11. Stick the stamp

K. at the butcher's.

14. He's an expert 15. They sprinkled water 16. These people are spying 17. Take a look 1. He's studying 2. I saw your mother 3. All the church goers 4. That was a storm 5. They kept a lot of food 6. They stopped dead 7. The stress falls 8. In this factory they work 9. That man will stop 10. He was stirring 11. Stick the stamp 12. He is still 13. She spends all her money 14. He's an expert 15. They sprinkled water 16. These people are spying

22

C. in a tea-cup.

D. on me.

J. at nothing.

13. She spends all her money

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B. on the path.

10. He was stirring

12. He is still

17. Take a look

A. at this.

L. eight hours at a stretch. M. on clothes. N. on the envelope. O. were at church. P. at college Q. in electronics.


On • At • In 1. Soak the bread

milk.

21. My sister lives

Brentwood

Avenue.

2. The old man sneered their ettorts.

22. We both live

3. That money is not to be sneezed

Bristol.

23. She looks

her as a daughter.

, you know.

24. We shared

the profits.

him.

4. The little girl smiled sweetly

25. He shot 26. We were shocked

intervals throughout the day

7. They advanced

a snail's pace,

8. The fish snapped

the bait.

28. The soldiers shot

postman.

29. He carried the heavy log

his

30. I can hear you, don't shout

10. Are you interested

ancient art?

the

11. Someone was knocking door. .. singing

the entrance.

33. It was love

carols.

13. They have involved her

the

crime.

me!

31. You have to show your ticket

32. Soldiers were attacking

12. They all joined

all sides. first sight.

34. She was sickened

the sight

of the body. 35. We moved last week, but we haven't settled

14. They are all very keen

yet.

climbing. talking, somebody is

36. The old woman shook her fist me.

watching us.

16. You must never laugh

other

37. These two parts are separated the joint.

people. 17. The poor little girl is lacking

38. It's soluble

warmth.

20. I live

the enemy.

shoulder.

the

9. The dog snarled

19. They have lost a lot

the

shelves.

handbag.

18. Don't look

the news.

27. All the books were

the lady's

6. He snatched

15. Keep

her.

regular

5. The bells ring

water.

39 The two dogs sniffed me like that! that deal. 20 Banbury Lane.

each

other. 40 My grandfather is very soft the children.

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On • At • In Finish the sentences: 15. They both live

1. Don't soak the bread

(New York)

(broth)

16. Everybody was shocked when they heard the news (radio)

2. The old lady smiled sweetly (I)

17. All the volumes were kept

3. The young man sneered

(shelves)

(we/ efforts)

18. The soldiers shot

4. The huge shark snapped

(enemy)

(bait)

19. He carried the heavy suitcase

5. The dog snarled (postman) 6. I'm not interested (vases/ancient) 7. Someone was knocking (window) 8. Don't involve me (crime)

(shoulder) ?

20. I'm not deaf, don't shout (me)

21. We'll have to show our ticket (entrance) 22. Soldiers were attacking

9. They are all very keen (all sides) (climbing) 10. Children, don't laugh (other people) 11. The poor orphan was lacking (warmth) 12. We have all lost a lot (deal/that) 13. Her father lives (South Avenue) 14. We live (1 7 North Avenue)

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23. It was love (first sight) 24. She was sickened (sight/body) 25. The old woman shook her umbrella (hooligans) 26. These things were separated (bottom) 27. It's not soluble (water) 28. The two cats sniffed (each other)


From • Of - Off • Since • With From From es una preposicion que indica procedencia 'de', 'desde', 'a partirde'.

Of Of es una preposicion que indica posesion. Significa 'de'.

- Where do you come from? (iDe donde eres?) - He jumped from the wall. (Salto del muro) - I never saw her again from that day. (Nunca volvia verla desde ese dfa)

- The leg of the table. (La pata de la mesa) - The events of last year. (Los acontecimientos del ano pasado)

off

- He jumped off the cliff. (Salto del acantilado)

Off puede ser preposicion, adverbio o adjetivo. Como preposicion significa 'fuera de'.

We'll take the day off. (Nos cogeremos el dia libre)

Como adverbio significa 'a', 'a una distancia'. Como adjetivo significa 'malo', 'pasado', 'agriado', etc.

Since Since puede ser preposicion, adverbio o conjuncion.

Como preposicion significa 'desde'. Como adverbio significa 'desde entonces'

With With es una preposicion que significa 'con'.

The milk is off. (La leche esta mala)

- She's been like this since childhood. (Ha estado asi desde su ninez) He moved away and I haven't seen him since. (Cambi6 de domicilio y no le he visto desde entonces)

Eat the soup with a spoon. (Toma la sopa con una cuchara) I live in the house with the white door. (Vivo en la casa con la puerta blanca)

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1. We should avail ourselves

this

opportunity.

2. The old man was awoken

his sleep.

3. You must be aware

the risk.

21. You always learn something

a book.

22., We were all able to escape the fire. work will cause

23. Your absence you problems.

4. They were banished country.

the

5. The athlete was barred

entering 25. There's an abundance

the competition.

6. He was born

a silver spoon in

his mouth.

7. He boasted

being the best

player in his team.

8. Don't bite

more than you can

chew.

9. He's staying for a few months.

his uncle and aunt

him when she found 10. She went out that he was a street sweeper.

11. Dad, you don't know anything about computers. Why don't you get it? 12. My father used to like wine but he's gone it recently. 13. I've seen her only once Christmas.

voting at

27. They are extracting gold

28. The abuse serious problems.

quartz. alcohol causes

29. You mustn't accept presents strangers. 30. You're not accusing me are you?

stealing,

31. This book has been adapted ancient Greek text.

breakfast. reading the papers.

17. You are no friend 18. You can't judge

an

32. They wrung a confesion convict.

the

33. Why don't we take advantage the situation?

36. I'm ashamed

15. I haven't eaten anything

mine. appearances.

19. We haven't seen each other childhood.

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26. Many people abstained this election.

the dark.

35. My wife doesn't approve

the cold.

20. He's a friend

fruit this year.

34. She's very afraid

14. All these people are suffering

16. I learnt that

all

24. The accused was absolved responsibility.

my father's.

gambling. your behaviour.

37. They are withholding the grant some students.

38. She bought a pound's worth oranges. 39. Many other people are far worse than we are. 40. They have withdrawn these banknotes circulation.


From • Of • Off • Since • With Match numbers with letters 1. We're weary 2. Beware 3. He was begging 4. There was a wonderful view 5. He bought the car

A. from me. B. since Christmas. C. of living in this house. D. from the top of the hill.

E. of the dog.

6. He's capable

F. of doing anything.

7. They are claiming damages

G. from door to door.

8. What's the cause 9. That boy is very careless 10. We'll have to take care 11. What's the use 12. They uncoupled the wagons 13. The boy tumbled 14. I haven't seen her 15. You can't conceal the truth

H. from his friend. I. from the engine. J. of the fire? K. from us. L. of coming early? M. of danger. N. off his bicycle. O. of those children.

1. We're weary

2. Beware 3. He was begging 4. There was a wonderful view 5. He bought the car 6. He's capable 7. They are claiming damages 8. What's the cause 9. That boy is very careless 10. We'll have to take care 11. What's the use 12. They uncoupled the wagons 13. The boy tumbled 14. I haven't seen her 15. You can't conceal the truth

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From • Of • Off • Since • With 1. Don't despair

success.

22. I'm very disappointed your performance.

2. You have to desist 23. She strongly disapproves

your attempt.

smoking. 3. The title descends to him his grandfather.

24. You have to disconnect the washing machine the mains.

4. You'll derive no benefit

that. 25. You must discourage him

5. They were deprived

doing it.

their rights. 26. We have to differentiate one thing 6. We'll have to deal

this problem.

7. I deduced that

the evidence.

the other. 27. He was discussing the game his friends over a beer.

8. The money was deducted his salary.

28. They were discharged

9. They will defend us

any attack.

10. We're delighted

the news.

11. He departed

New York.

the

Army. 29. She was dismissed 30. He dismounted

her job. his horse.

31. We'll have to dispense

12. His memories were tinged

your

services.

sadness. 13. We had trouble

the car.

its

32. They diverted the plane course.

14. He was trembling

rage. 33. His ideas diverge

the truth.

15. The little girl was transfixed 34. He distracted my attention

terror.

the matter. 16. This company is trading 35. I can't distinguish one

Mexico.

the

other. 17. I've been toying

that 36. They tried to dispose

idea myself.

the

body. 18. It's time we got tough 37. They are in permanent dispute

hooligans.

the management. 19. He tossed a glass of beer 38. He was drenched

rain.

39. She has a dread

death.

20. The legs of the table were tipped rubber. 21. His body tensed

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excitement.

40. He's very envious

his sister.


From • Of • Off • Since • With Which is the correct answer? 1. Don't despair

a) of

b) off

12. His memories were tinged

success. c) with

d) from

sadness. a) since

2. You have to desist

13. We had trouble b) with

c) from

d) of

3. The title descends to him

his

b) of

c) off

d) since

4. You'll derive no benefit a) off

b) from

that. c) of

5. He was begging a) since

b) off

d) since door to door.

c) of

d) from

6. We'll have to deal a) of

b) off

this problem, c) since

7. I deduced that a) from

b) of

a) with

d) with

the evidence. c) off

d) with

8. The money was deducted

his

b) of

d) of

the car. c) off

14. He was trembling a) of

grandfather. a) from

c) with

your

attempt. a) off

b) off

b) with

d) from rage.

c) off

d) from

15. She strongly disapproves smoking, a) from

b) with

d) of

c) off

16. You have to disconnect the washing machine the mains, a) from

b) off

c) of

d) since

17. You must discourage him doing it. a) since

b) off

c) from

d) of

18. We have to differentiate one thing the other. a) from

b) with

c) of

d) off

salary. a) of

b) from

c) off

d) with

19. He tossed a glass of beer a) since

9. They will defend us attack. a) off

b) of

11. He departed a) since

d) from

c) of

20. They were discharged b) since

c) from

10. We're delighted a) with

b) off

any

b) off

d) of

the news. c) off

d) from

New York.

c) of

d) from

a) from

b) of

the Army. c) off

21. He was dismissed a) of

b) from

22. He dismounted a) since

b) of

d) with his job.

c) off

d) with his horse,

c) from

d) off

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From • Of • Off • Since • With Answer the following questions: 1. What were the boys expelled from? (school) The boys were. expelled . from school. 2. What shall we extract the juice from? (oranges)

3. Is she familiar with our working methods? (no)

4. Did the little boy fall off the tree? (yes)

5. What was the glass filled with? (water)

6. Have you finished with me yet? (no)

7. What's this man proud of? (his children)

8. Who did he struggle with? (a man)

9. Why don't you take your coat off? (cold)

10. What did they stuff the pillows with? (feathers)

11. Who were you stuck all afternoon with? (little Jim)

12. What does your uncle suffer from? (cancer)

13. What's he suffering from? (loss of memory)

14. What was the old kitchen swarming with? (flies)

15. Who can I swap places with? (Jimmy)

16. What were you swamped with? (applications)

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From • Of • Off • Since • With Ask questions for these answers: 1. These people were stricken with malaria.

what were .these ..people stricken with? 2. She raised a storm of laughter.

? 3. She suffers from depressions.

? 4. Her eyes were stinging with smoke.

? 5. They were stiff with terror.

? 6. They stole money from the bank.

? 7. I bought this from my friend.

? 8. She often speaks of her husband.

? 9. The floor was spotted with ink.

? 10. The little hut was stacked with firewood.

? 11 . You're guilty of negligence.

? 12. She's in the habit of having a coffee after dinner.

? 13. The towel is hanging from the rail.

? 14. No, I haven't heard from my brother yet.

? 15. Yes, I'm happy with this idea.

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1. The smell

the kitchen

spread to the living room.

2. He's very jealous brother's success.

his

3. I don't know who can help you.

anyone

21. The bride and bridegroom were showered confetti. 22. Don't show the ladies.

in front of

23 Those people were sick cholera.

4. In this ward patients are isolated visitors.

24 She was sick waiting for him.

5. You'd better invest your money a good firm.

25 They secured the building collapse.

6. One always learns one's mistakes.

26. They sought shelter

7. May God keep you all harm.

27 We'll have to get permission the manager.

8. Those bricks are made gold.

28. They were shaking

9. We'll make an athlete you.

29 She's separated her husband.

10. Man was made

the rain.

cold.

dust.

11. They loaded the truck sand. 12. Most women shave the hair their legs.

30. Arabs keep women apart 31. She shook hands

him.

32. I've settled things

her.

33. The little children were shaking cold.

13. I haven't seen her day.

that

14. The little girl was shivering cold.

34. He shook the dust clothes.

his

35. It gives you shade

the sun.

15. They took shelter

the rain.

36. His hand was severed

16. He's showing of the girls.

in front

37. They reached a settlement

17. I shuddered 18. He shook salt cellar.

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his arm.

the employers. fear. the salt

19. They all shuddered fear.

20. They shrieked

men.

laughter.

38. This part is separable other.

the

39. I get good service machine.

this

40. That cheese gives bad smell.

a very


Despite • In spite of • Instead of • Instead Despite Es una preposicion que quiere decir 'a pesar de'.

In spite of In spite of igual que despite signified 'a pesar de'.

Instead of Instead of es una preposicion que significa 'en vez de'.

Instead Instead es un adverbio que significa 'en su lugar', 'en vez'.

- We went out despite the bad weather. (Salimos a pesar del mal tiempo)

- We went out in spite of the bad weather. (Salimos a pesar del mal tiempo)

- I'll have coffee instead of tea. (Tomare cafe en vez de te)

- There's no coffee. Would you have some tea instead? (No hay cafe. iQuiere algo de te en su lugar?)

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Despite • In spite of • Instead of • Instead 1.

throwing the rubbish away, why don't you recycle it?

2. He ate a big dinner having eaten a big lunch. 3.

20. I'll drink wine

beer.

21 We'll go for a picnic the bad weather.

22 We'll go there.......................................................the

himself, he laughed when she teased him about his coat.

difficulties.

23 They had a nice holiday the weather.

4. She took the money from her mother's purse herself.

24 We've no coffee. Would you like tea

5. He's a good man what he says.

25 Let's play cards

6.

watching TV. all you say, I don't

believe you.

26

wanting to see her again, he refused to answer her letters.

7. They couldn't put the boat in the water their efforts.

27 They sometimes eat rice

8. We won the match the referee.

28

9. They couldn't understand it my explanation.

29

potatoes.

30 My father was ill so I went their swearing it, I

didn't believe them. 12.

Peter, it was John who moved in.

10. I'll give you this card that one. 11

what others say, I think he's a good man.

the rain.

32 It will take hours by car so let's fly

the rain, she went out without her raincoat.

13. He ate a good lunch having eaten an enormous breakfast.

33

his efforts.

35 She went out

the

cold wind.

36 You can have tea coffee if you like.

what

16. He's a good man people say about him.

all his efforts he failed.

34 He failed

14. Many people went to the football match the rain. 15. It's not true you said.

31 They went out

37 We didn't go to Paris, we went to Rome what

38

17. We'll be there on time the difficulties.

their assurances that the product was safe, many people didn't buy it.

39 I didn't go to the Costa Brava, I went to 18. When I was at school I took German French. 19. We'll go to London bad weather.

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Cancun

40 the

.

the fact that there was no hope, the rescue party went out.


Into • To • Towards

To

- The children are going to school. (Los ninos van a la escuela)

To por regla general se usa como preposicion aunque en algun caso puede sen adverbio.

- She went to the dentist. (Fue al dentists)

Como preposicion significa 'a', hacia'. Como adverbio significa 'dentro'.

- Push the door to. (Empuj'a la puerta hacia dentro)

Toward, towards

- She came towards me. (Vino hacia mi)

Toward, towards es una preposicion que significa 'hacia', 'en direccion a'.

-I'll make a contribution towards charity. (Hare una contn'bucidn para la caridad)

Into Movimiento hacia un lugar dentro de un espacio o volumen.

- Please come into the office. (Por favor, entra en la oficina.) - They drove into the fog. (Se adentraron en la niebla.)

En la direccion de.

Chocando contra.

- She ran into a lamppost. (Se choco contra una farola.)

Hasta un punto durante algo.

- The soldiers went on walking well into the night. (Los soldados siguieron andando bien entrada la noche.)

Indicando un cambio de forma como resultado de una accion.

- We'll turn the attic into a bedroom. (Convertiremos el atico en una habitacion.)

Indicando cambio a una condicion especificada. Paradividir.

- 2 into 10 goes 5. (10 dividido entre 2 igual a 5.) They fell into the enemy's hands. (Cayeron en poder del enemigo.)

Caer en manos de.

Traducira.

- They came into power in 1982. (Subieron al poder en 1982.)

- He translated it into French. (Lo tradujo al francos.)

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Into • To • Towards 21. You haven't replied

1. No, my daughter has never been Rome.

my

question.

2. The money will go

the cost of

22. He reported

the officer.

building a new school.

23. You are required 3. She has never been

sign.

Sweden.

24. They had to resort

action.

4. That man is going to be sent

25. The hooligans offered no resistance

prison.

the police. 5. I've been

Paris five times.

26. They didn't resign themselves 6. A bird flew

the room.

7. I have never been

defeat.

a football

match. 8. Have you ever been

27. It's very restful

the eye.

28. I feel respectful

the

United States?

him.

29. He's only responsible

the

President.

9. Food shortages will get worse the end of the century.

30. The car didn't respond

10. She walked quietly

the room

and sat down.

the

controls.

31. Return the parcel

11. I'm afraid this is going to be a war

32. He retired

the sender. his study.

the death.

33. Put these letters 12. The coast receded

the

reverse

order.

distance. 13. Keep quiet! Read

yourself!

14. The cost of the project has no relation

moorland.

35. I'm very sad

the results. 15. Remember me

34. These fields have reverted

say that your son

had an accident. your mother. 36. Let's not rub salt

the wound.

16. Please, supply the facts relevant

37. They sacrificed an ox

the case.

the

gods. 17. These developments have been released 38. They rushed it

the media. 18. The enemy replied

our fire.

39. That

idea is slowly filtering

mind. 19. The child came running

me.

40. All the people there bowed 20. Let me introduce you friend.

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my

the Queen.

print. her

Using Prepositions

• Exercise Book

Into • To • Towards Which is the correct answer? 12. They admit

1. We have made progress

a) to

reaching an agreement. a) into

b) to

c) towards

2. Why don't you have your book translated French? a) towards

c) to

3. They came

contact with the

enemy. a) into

c) to

4. Don't work harder than you have b) towards

us shouting

b) to

c) into

14. Are you agreeable

our coming

here? b) towards

c) to

15. I'm afraid I don't agree

the

proposal. a) into

a) to

c) towards

angrily.

a) into b) towards

b) into

13. They advanced

a) towards

b) into

stealing your car.

b) to

c) towards

c) into 16. The whole thing amounts

5. He put the car into reverse and bumped a tree. a) towards

thousand dollars. a) to

b) into

one

b) into

c) towards

c) to 17. She resents any allusion

6. Don't abandon yourself

fatness.

despair. a) towards

a) into b) into

her

b) to

c) towards

c) to 18. I'm allergic

7. The soldiers abandoned the castle

a) into

the dust. b) towards

c) to

the enemy. a) to

b) into

c) towards

8. They acceded a) into

my request.

b) to

c) towards

9. James I acceded a) into

b) towards

c) to

11. According

c) towards grandmother, you're

c) to

20. Why don't you divide the money two? a) into

b) to

c) towards

21. They announced our arrival

a) into

b) towards

c) to

22. Have you received an answer your letter yet?

very clever. a) towards

b) into

me.

the President.

my writing. b) into

a) towards

the throne.

10. They have added a commentary a) to

19. They advanced slowly

b) to

c) into

a) towards

b) to

c) into

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Into • To • Towards Match numbers with letters 1. The ambulance dashed ... 2.The argument developed ... 3. The police are looking ... 4. The horse broke ... 5. Many people were trampled ... 6. He's a traitor...

B. into the river. C. to death. D. into the matter. E. towards the scene of the accident. F. into a trot.

7. The robbers were traced ...

G. into a chair.

8. The house is divided ...

H. into a fight.

9. You'll have to divide that... 10. They all dived ... 11. Let's not enter... 12. He's engaged ... 13. He's eager... 14. He dropped heavily ... 15. He drove the nail...

1.The ambulance dashed 2. The argument developed 3. The police are looking 4. The horse broke 5. Many people were trampled 6. He's a traitor 7. The robbers were traced 8. The house is divided 9. You'll have to divide that 10. They all dived 11. Let's not enter 12. He's engaged 13. He's eager 14. He dropped heavily 15. He drove the nail

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A. into details.

I. into the wall. J. to the country. K. to South America. L. to my sister. M. into flats. N. to please us. O. into two.


Into • To • Towards 1. He fell

22. She's very given

the river.

2. The passengers were secured their seats. 3. The old vase fell

23. Now that he's getting retirement age, he's taken up golf. pieces.

4. The TV set won't fit space.

that

24. We'll have to put a stop that. 25. She was no stranger

5. That's fatal

our plans.

6. Things will get worse

the end

7. They were refused admission the disco.

26. You'll have to pour water this paint.

my

9. They were subjected torture.

29. She stepped sat quietly.

his shoes. the room and

30. The sleeping tiger sprang

10. Don't get sucked

the row.

11. She's the successor throne.

the

32. Do you remember little Mary? She has grown a woman. 33. She pleaded guilty crime.

13. He surrended his gun the police.

34. I'll have to hammer this nail the wall.

14 They supply gas customers.

their

15. Did you suggest that

him?

16. This is a supplement

the

dictionary.

17. These two are suited

each

other. 18. If you sing, it's sure

rain. the wall. dust. debt.

life.

31. All those people can be split groups.

12. Don't surrender yourself despair.

21. We've gone

a

28. You'll never step

8. Is she agreeable coming to the party?

20. It was ground

him.

27. Some of this money goes pension fund.

of the month.

19. Fix this

pessimism.

35. The Prince is the heir crown. 36. This is the first step unity. 37. This house is identical one. 38. He's indifferent of the journey. 39. We must inquire further matter.

the

the

greater

that

the dangers

the

40. These people are insensitive pain.

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Into • To Ask questions for these answers: 1. The missile soared into the air. What did

?

2. These people are smuggling tobacco into the country. Where

?

3. We must keep to the rules. What

?

4. This path leads to the village. Where

?

5. She's married to my brother. Who(m)

?

6. We're looking forward to our holidays. What

?

7. That building looks to the south. Where

?

8. He married into the aristocracy. What

?

9. She shone her torch into the cellar. What

?

10. They signalled to the soldiers. Who(m)

?

11. This paper is sensitive to light. What

?

12. The young girl sat next to me. Who(m)

?

13. They offered some money to us. Who(m)

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?


Into • To • Towards 1.The soldiers fought man.

the last

21. That's an exception rule.

2. The house faces the east.

22. I object

3. The news will be broadcast eight o'clock.

23. He was transformed prince.

4. If you are not careful, you'll walk a trap.

24. He's married daughter. two

6. A bus hit my car; it ran

it.

8.Will you see very busy.

twelve goes

other

people. ? the Pacific

Ocean. records

all morning.

30. He's deaf

the world.

31. The old man flew me.

a rage.

32. The old man went 33. She stepped

12. Please, make a contribution charity.

a coma. a fortune.

34. He's stubborn, he sticks

13. They were sentenced

death.

his

guns.

35. You'll never amount

14. We'll investigate; we'll look the matter.

anything. yourself.

16. We are responsible only

36. Your son has fallen

bad

habits.

37. Please translate this letter

God.

20. He has grown

the car, will you?

29. He's been listening

11. The arrow came straight

19. He's the heir

25. Get

28. This river flows

the supper, I'm

four times.

18. We have to keep

the manager's

27. Who does this hat belong

9. After college I found a job easily; I walked one.

17. That's the key

a

26. He's always very kind

7. 'Investigate it!' 'All right, I'll look one.'

15. Please, read

being given orders

by a woman.

5. We divided the money parts.

10. Three

the

French. the problem.

38. The two little monkeys clung each other.

the rules. the throne. a man.

39. He was called

the priesthood.

40. Bills are eating

my savings.

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Round • Around • About

Las tres palabras son parecidas pero no exactamente lo mismo. Las diferencias mas importantes son:

Hand the papers round/around. (Reparte los papeles)

Round y around se usan para hablar de un movimiento alrededor de un punto. About no se suele usar en ese sentido. Round y around tambien se usan con el sentido de repartir. Las tres palabras pueden significar 'por aqui y por alla', 'por todo'.

Around y about se usan en sentido de 'aproximadamente'.

- He was wandering about/ around/round. (Estuvo vagando por ahi)

- There were about/around twenty people. (Habia unas veinte personas)

Round puede ser preposicion, adverbio, adjetivo y sustantivo.

- They went round the world. (Fueron alrededor del mundo)

Como preposicion significa 'alrededor de'.

Como adverbio significa 'por todas partes'.

- Don't leave papers scattered round. (No dejes los papeles por todas partes)

Como adjetivo significa 'redondo'.

Como sustantivo significa 'ronda' o 'circuito'.

Around Puede ser preposicibn o adverbio. Como preposicion significa 'alrededor de'. 'a eso de'.

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- They played a round of golf. (Jugaron una ronda de golf)

- They all sat at a round table. (Todos se sentaron alrededor de una mesa redonda)

- They walked slowly around the house. (Caminaron despacio alrededor de la casa) - I'll go there around five. (Ire alrededor de las cinco)


Round • Around • About 1. That boy is mad planes.

model

21. She sent her daughter to the baker's.

2. The six people were sitting the table.

22. Keep me posted situation.

3. Let's sit

23. These children are always playing

the fire.

4. I've been walking park all afternoon.

the 24. We're very pleased results.

5. I'll show you

the city.

6. I'll come and see you five o'clock. 7. How our holidays?

the bush,

10. Stop messing something.

and do

11. The word is going are leaving the company.

that you

13. It'll be finished

Christmas.

14. Juan Sebastian Elcano was the first man to sail the world. 15. What are you thinking 16. The car swept 17. I'm going 18. She often travels

? the corner. to Mary's. the world.

30. She raves cooking.

you in the it. French

31. He rattled on novels.

his it.

33. I'll refresh your memory that. 34. He reminisces experiences.

his

35. She's very reticent plans. 36. You're right

her that.

37. Little Jimmy is very sad his cat's death. 38. They were running

19. 'Is she a prostitute?' 'Well, she sleeps

39. There were people.

20.We'll shop

40.1 didn't see anybody

a bit.

ten

29. I don't give a rap

32. Keep quiet

a bit longer and you'll

, will you!

27. I'll be there in minutes. 28. We read paper.

9. Stop beating will you!

the

25. I'm very particular punctuality. 26. Stop pushing

going to Italy for

8. The children are running the garden.

12. Stick see her.

the

twenty

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During • For

During During se usa cuando algo sucedio. Va seguido por el articulo the o de algun adjetivo posesivo.

There was a storm during tne

night. (Hubo una tormenta durante

la noche)

- 1 had an amazing experience during my military service. (Tuve una experiencia asombrosa durante mi servicio militar)

PQP For se usa para indicar cuanto tiempo duro algo. Va seguido de algun numero o articulo indeterminado.

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- 1 was in hospital for six days. (Estuve en el hospital durante seis dias) - ! t was rainingfor an nour(Estuvo lloviendo durante una hora)


During • For 21. I've known her

the interval.

1. He had a smoke

22. She didn't feel well

2. The film will be shown on TV

the

driving test.

the weekend.

3. She woke up several times

the

night.

4. I saw him

days.

6. It must have rained

the night,

the ground is wet.

8. Production stopped

the strike.

9. He has worked here months.

six

10. He didn't feel well examination.

25. This mansion has been empty

twenty years. the interval.

27. He won't be back

another week.

28. I ate a sandwich

the break.

29. They work by day.

the

11. We watched television

the

26. I'll stretch my legs

a year.

7. I haven't been home

23. The children have been watching TV hours. 24. My wife fell asleep concert.

my holidays.

5. I haven't seen him

the night and sleep

30. I was stationed in Libya war.

two

the

31. She often wakes up

hours. 12. We met many people

our stay

the night.

32. The film will be shown on TV the week.

in Paris. 13. We never go out

33. I haven't seen her

the week.

six months.

a long time.

15. When I was ill I couldn't eat anything

35. We walked

several days. 16. I fell asleep

ages.

34. That bird has been over there

14. My brother has been out of work

36. I'll drive ages.

two

hours last night. 19. We haven't seen each other

a

37. They won the trophy third year running.

the

38. I'll do the shopping

lunch

time. 39. I'm just going to sleep

long time.

20. That house has been empty

a little longer.

Then you drive.

Where have you been?

18. We watched television

miles before we

saw it.

the film.

17. I have been waiting

years.

a long time.

six

half

an hour. 4O. I haven't played tennis

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Using Prepositions

• Exercise Book

As • Like As As como preposicion se usa para hablar de un trabajo, funcidn, uso o papel que desempena una persona o cosa. Como adverbio lo usamos para comparer situaciones o acciones diciendo que son similares. Como conjuncion significa 'durante el tiempo'.

- I worked as a waiter for six months. (Trabaje como camarero durante seis meses)

She ran away from home as her sister had years before. (Se escapo de casa como lo habi'a hecho su hermana anos antes) She is as tall as her father. (Es tan alta como su padre)

- He watched her as she combed her hair. (La miraba mientras se peinaba)

There is nothing like home. (No hay nada como el hogar)

Like Like puede ser preposicion, adjetivo, adverbio y conjuncion.

Fight like a man. (Lucha como un hombre)

Como preposicion significa 'como'.

Como adverbio significa 'probablemente', 'a lo mejor', 'parecido'.

- It's nothing like. (No se parece en nada)

Como adjetivo significa 'semejante', 'similar'

Cuando se usa como conjuncion tiene el significado de 'como'.

- Do it like him. (Hazlo como el)

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They are as like as two peas. (Se parecen como dos gotas de agua/guisantes)


As • Like 1. He was dressed policeman.

a

21. You look of bed.

2. I've always wanted to have a house yours. 3. That woman looks a bit Queen of England.

22. What I said was meant joke. the

4. Sorry, but this man is unqualified a teacher.

6. This is the same had.

the one I

7. Your car is just

mine.

8. That girl is just

her mother.

9.

23. My head felt hammering on my skull.

a teacher he's not very

somebody was

25. She acts

she's stupid.

26. She acts queen.

if she were the

27. He spoke

he was a foreigner.

28. Is Japanese food 29. I'm speaking

good. 10. He went to the fancy-dress party dressed a banana.

30. She's very looks.

11. I like bright colours yellow.

31. Treat me

red and

12. She was praised

a

24. The necklace was reported to the police being stolen.

an actor.

5. He's renowned

you've just got out

an actress.

Chinese? your employer. her father in

a friend.

32. You've got a jumper just that.

13. I prefer clothes made in natural material cotton.

33. You must accept them equals.

14 He's not very good film director.

34. Her hair was soft, it was just silk.

15. It looks in the office until late.

a

I'm going to be

35. I respect him 36. She sings

a writer. an angel.

a child he had lived in

16.

37.

japan. 17. It was just the bride.

him to kidnap 38. What's their new flat

18. Use your coat 19. It looks 20. The news came

a child he was sent to three different schools.

a blanket. rain. no surprise.

39. He works

? a courier.

40. They entered the building disguised cleaners.

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Below • Down • Under • Beneath • Underneath Below

- That woman lives below us. (Esa mujer vive debajo de nosotros)

Below puede ser preposicion y adverbio. Como preposicion significa 'debajo de'. Como adverbio significa 'abajo'. - Below there are people waiting. (Abajo hay gente esperando)

Under Under puede ser preposicion y adverbio.

- I found my socks under the bed. (Encontre mis calcetines debajo de la cama)

Como preposicion significa 'debajo de', 'bajo'. Como adverbio significa 'mas abajo', 'debajo'.

Beneath

It was buried under tons of bricks. (Estaba enterrado debajo de toneladas de ladrillos)

- He kept it beneath his coat. (Lo guardo bajo su abrigo)

Beneath puede ser preposicion y adverbio. Como preposicion significa 'bajo'. Como adverbio significa 'debajo'.

Underneath

There was an awning with a table and chairs beneath. (Habi'a un toldo con una mesa y sillas debajo)

- The garage is underneath my bedroom. (El garajeestadebajo de mi dormitorio)

Underneath puede ser preposicibn y adverbio. Como preposicion significa 'debajo de', 'bajo'. Como adverbio significa 'debajo', 'por debajo'.

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- The base is very strong and it has iron underneath. (La base es muy fuerte y tiene hierro debajo)


Below • Down • Under • Beneath • Underneath 1. There's nothing new the sun.

21. She smoothed

her dress.

22. You mustn't write

2. I don't want all my hard work to go the drain.

this line.

23. The trees bent

the

weight of the snow. 3. She ran her finger list of ingredients.

the 24. I feel depressed; the bad news got me

4. Please do not write

this line. 25. My car broke

5. The temperature remained freezing all day. 6. The boat passed bridge.

on my

way here.

the

26. It all boils

to this.

27. She's going to marry

7. She doesn't want to marry her. She's very proud. 8. People allowed in here.

18 are not

herself. you to lie.

28. It's

29. The timber was going

the

river.

9. The garage of the house is our apartment.

30. The food will be cooked in two minutes; in Just one minute in fact.

10. The trees bent

the weight.

11. Those soldiers acted

31. There's a lot of water passing the bridge.

orders.

12. The hunter brought the deer

32. There's a cellar

13. Don't stay up there, climb that tree.

33. A sergeant is

14.lt comes "dictionaries*.

the house. a captain

in rank. the heading

34. I think that it is

your dignity.

35. The thief climbed 15. Jimmy, turn please! I can't hear myself.

that radio,

the

wall to the ground. 36. The little plane flew

16. At the sound of the trumpets, the walls of Jericho tumbled

37. The murderer had a knife

17. Finally the plane touched safely.

his coat. 38. The bridge is

18. That man's finished. He's gone

19. She's 20. The traffic slowed

the

bridge.

stress. to a crawl.

repair.

39. The temperature was well zero. 40. Sign here,

this line.

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Against • Opposite • In front of Against Against es una preposicion que significa

- They fought against the enemies of the country. (Lucharon contra los enemigos del pai's)

'contra'. - We'll have to take precautions against the cold. (Tendremos que tomar precauciones contra el frio)

Opposite, in front of - The bank is opposite Cuando hablamos de cosas que estan al otro lado usamos opposite.

In front of In front of es lo contrario de behind. Una persona o cosa que esta in front of alguien, esta mas cerca de la parte delantera de una linea o una cola, etc., de lo que estas tu.

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the church. (El banco esta en frente de la iglesia)

- There was a huge truck in front of us for miles. (Habi'a un enorme camion delante de nosotros durante millas)


Against • Opposite • In front of 1. They'll probably decide any changes. They don't like changes. 2. They've decided I m afraid. 23. 3.They didn t like it; they declared

21. She was leaning wall it,

the

22. This paint is a shield t rust rust.

23. That old witch is trying to set you J

me

the scheme.

4. Our army defends our country our enemies.

24. There was a huge rock us.

5. I'm the idea that it's 25. Bushes scraped a woman's job to bring up the children. window. 6. You're to put a tick the answer that you think is correct.

the car

26. They're scheming President

the

7. He sold the house even though it was27.Thejudge my wishes. our appeal. 8. They're in the building the Post Office. 28. They've started proceedings me. 9. They advised me marrying him. 29. This warm clothing will protect you 10. He told me not to go. He advised me going there.

30. You're either for us or

11. Are you going to appeal

us.

the

decision? 12. The actress had always dreamed of

31. People protested 32 putthe piano jn the

Tom

apperaing Cruise.

that law. comer

the door. us

13. Are you covered fire and theft?

33 The little car drove

14. I thought she'd he small and ugly but she

34. They might retaliate

us.

was exactly the 15. He was standing us

35. The people revolted dictator.

the

'

for

16. She testified

me.

17. I'm afraid his record tells him

18.That goes rules.

miles

-

36. Human nature revolts such injustice. 37

The man sittjng

'

is a

detective. the

38. The two hooligans were leaning the wall.

19. They voted to strike redundancies. 20. He insured the house fire and theft.

39 Our sh

-

°P is

40. She sat meal.

the

church.

him during the

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Out of • Outside • Out Out

- The workers were all out. (Todos los trabajadores estaban fuera)

Out como adverbio significa 'fuera'. Out como preposicion significa 'fuera', 'por'.

- She ran out the door. (Salio por la puerta corriendo) - She threw it out the window. (Lo tiro por la ventana)

Out of Out of es una preposicion que significa 'fuera de'.

- The patient is already out of danger. (El paciente estaya fuera de peligro)

Outside

- He's waiting outside the office. (Elestaesperando fuera de la oficina)

Outside puede ser preposicitin, adjetivo, adverbio, y sustantivo.

Como preposicion significa 'fuera de'. - 'Where's he?' 'He's outside.' Donde esta?' 'Esta fuera.')

Como adverbio significa 'fuera', 'afuera'. Como adjetivo significa 'exterior', 'externo'. Como sustantivo significa 'el exterior'.

- They don't know anything of the outside world. (No saben nada del mundo exterior)

- They painted the outside of the house. (Pintaron el exterior de la casa)

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Out of • Outside • Out 1. I'm beginning to run patience.

21. The old man has run

2. Children, don't go playground!

the school

22. We have to stamp

terrorism.

23. The fish slipped

3. I'm not concerned with what they do working hours.

24. I think I'll sit

4. Somebody is waiting for you the office.

his hand. this dance; I'm tired.

25. He smoothed

5. They had a son

wedlock.

the piece of paper.

26. Specially trained dogs can sniff drugs.

6. They managed to wring a promise him. 7. The sergeant called names.

steam.

27. He sneaked their

the house and

disappeared. 28. The convicts shot their way

8. His new book has just come

prison. 9. We had better keep Let's go away.

trouble.

12. The little boy thrust tongue.

a terrible smell.

30. It's very cold

10. The piano sounds terrible. It's tune. 11. He dropped

29. Your socks give

31. Suddenly a shot rang the contest.

32. It's time to get

the rut.

his 33. My patience is running

13. You'd better sweat that cold

34. Let's carry

a test to see if he's

suitable. 14. She was swindled 15. How did you find arrived?

$100. I had

we must solve it.

16. He lost his temper and struck wildly. 17. The lights went film started. 18. The teacher gave exam papers. 19. He stormed took his coat and left. 20. His tongue was sticking

35. We must work this problem

36. The storm wiped and the

the village.

37. I'll make it clear; I'll spell it for you.

the

the room,

38. Someone has let the secret 39. Three prisoners broke

prison.

40. John and his wife have fallen they've quarrelled.

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For • By • Along

For

- This is for you. (Esto es para ti)

For es una preposicidn con muchi'simas posibilidades de uso. Todas ellas estan detalladas en la primera parte del libro Guide to Prepositions - pag. 17.

By By significa 'cerca de', parecido a near. Aunque by da la idea de ma's aproximacitin.

We live near the sea. (Vivimos cerca del mar) (quiza a un par de kilometres)

By tambien tiene el significado de 'no mas tarde de'.

We live by the sea. (Vivimos junto al mar) (a unos pocos metres)

- It has to be done by five o'clock. (Tiene que estar hecho para las cinco)

Along Along puede ser preposicion o adverbio.

- I was walking along the street. (Estaba caminando por la calle)

Como preposicidn significa 'por'. Como adverbio significa 'siempre', 'constantemente', 'contigo', etc.

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I knew it all along. (Lo sabfa todo el tiempo) Bring it along. (Trfelo contigo)


For • By • Along 1. She enrolled course.

a secretarial

22. They are advertising

a new

secretary.

2. He ended

eating it.

3. My brother is eager

23. He was very much affected success.

4. He's been due long time.

promotion for a

the

news. 24. In this company we're aiming steady growth.

5. You'll see the Post Office further the road. 6. I have no time

25. You've got a lot to answer

that nonsense.

26. The policeman asked the crowd to move

7. Come to the party and bring some friends 27. Why didn't you apply 8. He's an electrician

trade.

9. We were amazed told us. 10. Let's go

a grant?

28. Please, arrange a time and a place the meeting.

what he

29. There's someone asking that corridor.

you.

30. He was none the worse

11. Walk the corridor and you'll find it on the right. 12. I'm afraid we'll have to abide rules.

the

13. The children were absorbed reading of the story.

the

the

adventure. 31. I'll put a good word in

her.

32. It's wonderful; we couldn't wish any more.

14. Let's hope

33. Come

a quick settlement.

15. We can walk

the river bank.

16. People always act

a reason.

or we'll be late.

34. The little girl was weeping

joy. 35. Who gives him the authority such a decision?

17. The textbook was adapted

use 36. You have to learn to think

in school. 18. She writes

the local newspaper.

19. She was full of admiration courage.

his

Browns.

37. She got more than she had bargained

38. He was bored to tears

20. I used to admire my father his intelligence. 21. The baby was adopted

yourself.

39. Don't blame me the

40. They were bitten

her chat. the accident. mosquitoes.

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For • By • Along Which is the correct answer? 1. He bid

one of Picasso's

14. How much are you charging

pictures. a) for

a) along b) by

c) along

2. Let's begin a) by

c) for

b) for

?

c) along

a) for

b) by

this

c) by

a) along b) along

c) by

c) along

b) along

11. Let's walk

a cigarette? c) for

12. She cried

13. She covered up a) for

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c) along

c) by

b) by

b) for

truck.

c) for

a) by

a) for

c) along

c) for

c) along

b) along

c) for two.

b) by

c) along

24. He entered the house a) along

a) by

b) for

the back door. c) by his responsibilities.

b) along

c) for

26. Why don't you spare a thought those poor people?

his crimes. c) along

the

it.

25. He's tied up

joy. b) along

b) by

23. Let's divide it murder.

this path. b) for

b) by

22. Let's toss

10. This man was tried b) for

c) along

gold. a) by

c) for

9. May I trouble you b) along

trouble.

b) by

21. These people trade furs and skins the death

of his mother.

a) by

c) for

championship. a) for

b) for

8. He was deeply troubled

a) along

b) along

20. He has been training human

consumption.

a) by

skilled workers is

19. The goods are transported

7. This meat is unfit

a) by

a) by

a) for

teaching.

a) by

power. c) for

18. You're asking b) for

6. I'm afraid he's unqualified

a) by

b) along

high.

machine.

a) for

c) by

17. The demand

c) along

5. I've no further use

a) along

b) along

16. I have no desire a) by

4. The church is very close

you to start

work today. a) for

3. How's your new book coming a) by

c) by

15. It's not convenient

revising the books.

b) along

b) for

this?

a) for

b) by

c) along


For • By Match numbers with letters 1.1 thank you 2. He was hanged 3.1 don't feel sympathy 4. She took the little child 5. He developed a taste

A. by the river. B. for a pay increase. C. for good things. D. for divorce. E. for two years.

6. I was working in that factory

F. for your help.

7. Excuse me

G. for being late.

8. She entered 9. It's six o'clock 10. I found you 11. Five multiplied by three 12. We'll strike 13. Ten divided by two 14. The old house stood 15. He sued her

H. by the side door. I. for murder. J. by sheer luck. K. by my watch.

L for her. M. equals fifteen. N. by the hand. O. equals five.

1. I thank you 2. He was hanged 3. I don't feel sympathy 4. She took the little child 5. He developed a taste 6. I was working in that factory. 7. Excuse me 8. She entered 9. It's six o'clock 10. I found you 11. Five multiplied by three 12. We'll strike 13. Ten divided by two 14. The old house stood 15. He sued her

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Assorted Typing One 1

th Army. When he finished e

my friends went2

basic training the sergeant said: "I see that you have learnt typing3 you a job

5

school. I'm going4

give

headquarters."

My friend, wanting no part 6 "Yes, but I was very bad

7

an office job, replied: typing."

The sergeant said: "Well, we're very short 8 He gave him a piece 11

9

typists. I'll give you a little test." paper and, pointing10

the other end

the room where there was an electric typewriter and an adding machine, said:

"Go over there and type a couple12

paragraphs 13

this newspaper.'

My friend did as he was ordered. However, he typed very slowly and made many mistakes. The sergeant looked 14 15

the typed paper very briefly as he took it

my friend's hand.

"That's fine," he said. "You'll start work tomorrow at eight." "But aren't you going16

check my test first?" asked my friend.

The sergeant smiled. "You passed the test," he replied, "when you sat down 17 and not

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18

the adding machine."

the typewriter


Assorted 1. It's raining and you came

your

21. The secretary was abashed

umbrella.

her boss's criticism.

2 This wine should be consumed

22. We were all accommodated

the year.

lodgings.

3. They are put in different groups

23. We'll have to get acquainted the new machine.

their ability.

4. Don't come too

me or you'll

24. She had a long acquaintance that family.

catch a cold.

5. He was driving for hours

25. Why don't you write father

taking a break.

6. Finishing the book? No, I'm nowhere

26. That man writes articles

finishing it.

him.

easy.

9. I understand everything he killed her.

why

28. I'm back

for the

first course.

29. Her remarks made me writhe shame.

flowers.

32. I agree

12. The small boy was jumping

arthritis.

34. Her mother was amazed

13. Any day

Sunday suits me. an inch of succeeding.

15. I spent hours

seeing anybody.

16. I live in the house

the green

door.

17. I couldn't have done it

for the bend at high

speed. the traffic

light.

20. She changed her mind on the day

the

changes produced in her.

35. They allied themselves

the

enemy.

36. They were all alarmed

the

noise.

37. That old woman alternates kindness cruelty.

him.

the wedding.

you about that.

33. My wife is afflicted

joy.

19. It's the last street

the washing

machine?

31. The altar was adorned saying that I'll help

you all I can.

18. The car went

my holidays. I'm

30. What's wrong

10. The meal was excellent

14. We are

a prescription.

going to write a letter.

8. The problem is anything

11. It goes

politics.

27. The doctor wrote

7. He became an English teacher as his father had

your it?

38. I was very angry

her for

making that mistake.

39. My mother is very annoyed my brother.

40. We're all very anxious

my

father's health.

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Using Prepositions

• Exercise Book

Assorted Crossword with prepositions,

Across

Down

1. Not inside.

1. Not under.

5. Not in.

2. He is going

8. Not square. 10. The runners ran

3. I live Westminster Abbey.

12. My son is studying economics University. 13. Not far.

18. Get

19. As.

London.

4. They were all there 5. We live 6. Wait

I tell you. of here!

something.

I come back.

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the bed.

9. Over. 11. She walked

the shop.

14. We'll get there at

4 o'clock.

15. I've been waiting

two o'clock.

16. He jumped

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Peter.

the bank.

7. The cat is

16. That reminds me 17. Wait

Bristol

school.

the roof of the car.


Assorted Complete the joke with prepositions. Guillotines. Three spies 2

1

across the Channel were about to be guillotined revolutionary Paris, in 1789.

The executioner asked Jones, the Welshman, "Do you want to be beheaded 3

your back or your front?".

"4

my back", said Jones. "I'm not afraid 5

So Jones was laid 6

death".

his back 7

the blade. The executioner

pulled the lever... and the blade jammed. Jones was reprieved because no man can be sentenced

8

death twice.

Millbank was next. He too chose

9

face the blade. Again the blade

jammed and Millbank was reprieved. Patrick was third. "Back or front?" "If it's good enough Millbank, it's good enough back

13

11

10

me". So Patrick was laid

Jones and 12

his

the blade.

"Wait a minute", he said. "I think I can see why it jams."

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Assorted 1. You'd better switch

electricity

gas.

2. We'll strike

sympathy them.

3.1 want to talk things over

him.

4. The two women talked the night 5. His property extends

those hills.

6. They're doing experiments

rats.

7. The poor boy has fallen love that girl. hunger. fitness.

10. She fell

23. It's no good grieving past mistakes. 24. I'm grateful you've done

what me.

25. She's grateful

you your help.

26. That goes

saying.

28. We went

holiday June.

29.1 live

17 Elm Road,

a chair.

11. I'm in love

her. I fell

London. 30. He lives

London Road,

her.

12. She felt

Bristol.

in the dark the light switch.

13. She fought didn't want to cry. 14.

his arrival airport he asked

16. He's still

31. He was standing

the a taxi. peace at the war.

prison. He's been for years.

17. She was

a child.

18. They are stripping the bark the trees.

62

33. She got walked towards him. 34. I'll be there first thing morning, 35. I'll see you

approval.

36. I'll do the shopping supermarket

her horse and

the sunrise.

the the corner. the eye

me

39. You can't stop them 40. He stoked coal.

the

an hour's time, the hairdresser's.

38. She struck her umbrella.

2I.They were arrested suspicion having stolen the money.

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32. There was a lamp standing corner the room.

37. There was nobody could see.

19. We'll have to suck the poison the wound. 20. They submitted plans the council

the corner the street.

her tears. She

15. We are moment, not

the

27. The best man gave the bride

8. The poor people fainted 9. She's fanatical

22. She's grieving death of her husband.

doing that. the boiler


Assorted

ACROSS 1. The temperature is

2. He sat 3. They work

zero.

her. 9 to 5.

4. There was another coat of paint 5. The athletes ran

the stadium and went on

along the avenue. 6. Let's get

1. I've seen you

of here.

7. The house stood

DOWN

the two hills.

4. Wait here

somewhere. we come back.

8. The stable is

the house.

9. My house is

the station.

10. My mother is

all suspicion.

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Assorted Crossword with prepositions

Down

Across 1. The plane flew

the clouds.

3. Translate this

French, please.

5. They all came to the party 8. Don't run

-Mary.

the road!

9. I'm waiting

9 o'clock.

11. Throw

those old papers.

12. She walked

without saying hello.

15. Walk as far

the bridge.

16.Is that

me?

17. The little girl is

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1. In 1945 the British fought Germans. 2. We are flying

France.

4. The children are going .... school. 6. We walked

the woods.

7. It's very difficult time to do it. 10. My house is

I haven't got the

the church.

13. The circus will be here 14. The supermarket is

her mother.

the

15. We'll meet

Sunday. the main road.

6 o'clock.


Assorted Putting out the fire When this oil well caught fire 1 the middle 2 the desert, the 3 Arabs thought first calling a famous American firefighter, Clint McClean. But as he was unable to come due 4 a recent accident, they 5 6 had settle second best - Paddy McFerson, the Irish expert. McFerson agreed 7 phone 8 do the job and then took full details 9 the size 10 the fire, the damage 11 derricks, 12 13 14 etc. Then, he rushed the spot a matter hours. The Arabs watched anxiously as McFerson's old transport plane landed 15 the runway. Almost as soon as the plane touched down, an enormous fire engine shot 16 and sped 17 the fire. The Arabs' anxiety turned 18 amazement as the fire engine plunged 19 20 right the centre the fire and 21 jumped six 22 23 green-clad figures who beat madly the flames old potato 24 2S 26 sacks. They battled hours the flames and last astonishingly the fire was put 27 As McFerson and his roasted helpers climbed back 28 handed a cheque 29 $10,000.

the truck he was

"The first thing we'll do, lads", he whispered hoarsely, "is fix the brakes the bloody truck".

30

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Assorted 1. We're very sceptical

that.

2. They made a hole

the sand.

3. There's scope

improvement.

4.Jimmy had a scrape brother.

6. The old woman scowled

me.

7. She scoured the grease floor.

the

his latest book.

the scope

13. Her fans screamed excitement.

66

search of a cure the disease.

32. The police searched us drugs. the presence the king. 34.They pricked the balloon pin.

a

35. They projected a slide screen.

the his ears.

37.The money paid is proportional the amount of work. reporters.

20. She scrubbed the stain table.

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weapons.

36. The dog pricked

19. She scrubbed the stain

21. She kept it a secret brothers and sisters.

gold.

old

17. The sale is scheduled tomorrow. 18. We had a scuffle

29. They searched us

33. We were the exits to the

15. These children are schooled good manners. 16. There's a scheme manufacturing paper rags.

27. We can't screen you the anger those people.

31. We're

the roof has been hours.

14. Police sealed place.

the courage to

30. Fruit is cheaper when it is season.

11. The mother was screaming the boy. 12. The cat meowing

26. She screwed tell him.

28. The rock was seamed

us.

10. That doesn't come the book.

23. He's very good. He's second none.

25. The trees screened the house view.

5. The players scrambled possession the ball.

9. They scored a goal

the secret.

24. Nobody can be totally secluded the world.

his

8. He scored

22. I'll let you

the her

38. The penance was in propitiation their sins. 39. The law prohibits shops selling spirits to young people. 40. Let's put this theory the proof.


Assorted You will find 11 prepositions in this word square. B

E

F

0

R

E

A

M

C

X

T

K

J

L

M

L

'

T

N

U

B

' G

I

D

C

W

U

0

V

X

T

E

E

N

A

B

I

Y

V

z

S

A

Y

F

T

M

S

T

U

E

T

0

P

0

U

0

0

P

H

S

R

R

S

A

N

T

S

R

L

I

K

E

G

H

0

D

G

H

0

U

N

T

S

R

P

0

I

S

P

U

V

S

S

0

R

C

A

0

0

P

N

S

I

X

A

B

C

T

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G

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Assorted 1. There was a man 2. There

the window.

is someone

22. I'm always here

the park.

3

There was paint

the ceiling.

4

The picture was the door.

the wall

5

She was sitting class.

23. There was a strange man plane. 24.I saw her

has been office all morning.

the

work

26. The garden is house.

the Alps.

8. There were many people concert in the Albert Hall. 9. I saw him 3 o'clock.

28. There were dirty marks 29. She was standing class.

the ceiling. the back of the

the station, 30. The train has arrived time.

11. The tall woman was standing the window. 12. My office is

the station

31. They spent the morning the lake. 32. Put the picture

the fourth floor.

13. In most countries you drive

the

right. London very late.

15. It was written

33. Bath is a small town Bristol.

the

16. 'Where's the medicine?' 'It's bottle.' 17. We live 25 Elm Road.

35. We live studying

the bottle.

Manchester,

18. I know somebody who lives Street.

the road to

19. It's written

the front page,

36. I'll be at the club the evening.

39. We went

sea.

21. I don't do any work

weekends.

8 o'clock

McDonald's

38. He had a beer the corner.

the top. 20. All the fishing boats are

the river. Oxford; my son is Oxford University.

37. We'll eat High Street. Bombay

a boat

the other wall.

34. We have a house

14. We arrived

68

the ground floor.

the

10. He wasn't standing the door; he was the corridor.

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the hairdresser's

the back of the

27. She lives

7. They have a house

the

the bus.

25. My mother's the moment.

the back of the

6. He

Christmas.

the little pub

the museum; we were the museum.

40.I was

school 1981.

1970


Assorted Which is the correct answer? 1. I must apologize to you late. i'm sorry. a) for c) became of

being

him

b) became

a) with/around

b) for/about

d) to

c) of/round

d) with/about

11. The bird flew a) out of c) outside

the window. b) out d) from

12. She was standing a) by

the crossroads. b) over

you.

2. i'm not going to argue

a) to

b) for

c) with

d) of

3. They kept arguing for and

the

right to strike, a) again

b) against

c) for

d) with the depths.

a) with

b) of

c) by

d) from Paris

10 o'clock, a) in/in

b) in/at

c) at/at

d) at/in

6. The train arrived

c) at

d) on

13. We aren't allowed to go

4. The monster arose

5. We'll arrive

10. I think I'll have a word it.

the river.

a) underneath

b) after

c) behind

d) beyond

14. There must have been

2,000

people. a) over

b) above

c) after

d) on

the station just

time. a) at/on

b) at/at

c) in/in

d) in/on

7. The pilot wrestled

the controls

of the plane.

a) for

b) of

c) with

d) at

8. Let me wrap this handkerchief your arm. a) around

b) about

c) over

d) in

9. They worked

a plan.

a) over

b) out

c) about

d) for

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Assorted 1. What's

the Odeon cinema?

2. They always go still church.

mass. They are

21. What time are we expected arrive the hotel?

3. I was brought don't like the town.

the country. I

22. We arrived hours late.

4. He was jailed still

ten years. He's

23. My father's gone He's his way 24. Mr Smith is work.

prison.

5. I'll be work o'clock this evening.

six

6. He had a bad accident last month and he's still hospital.

Frank's house

church. I want to go

27. My mother is coming speak

a long time. I your wedding. the Festival

31. The Charleston was a popular dance the 20's.

33. The Titanic sank 34. We usually go Sundays.

15. You weren't

35. I can't sleep

the party, were you? home ill

the same

30. It's impossible me go the moment.

14. It was a slow train. It stopped every little station.

she was

the age

32. America was discovered 1492.

13. He speaks good Spanish. He studied Madrid a year.

16. My secretary wasn't

the school the teacher.

29. If everybody speaks time, nobody will understand.

10. Mary and Jean are students Harvard University.

12. There's a concert Hall tonight.

the prison the convict.

28. She got married 20.

9. I won't be home tomorrow, I'll be John's.

11. I haven't seen Jean last saw her

his office. He's

25. The lawyer went speak 26. Let's go

the office. work.

mass.'

7. 'Where were you last night?' 'I was the cinema.' 8. We had a party last night.

Majorca seven

work today, bed.

1912. a walk night.

36. My father is 59; he'll probably retire a few years' time.

17. I had a strange feeling when I first arrived this country.

37. I always take my wife our wedding anniversary.

18. When the two boys arrived cinema they went

38. Both horses arrived same time.

the

the

19. They arrived London early the morning.

39. It was a short story and I wrote it a couple hours.

20. What time do you usually arrive the office the morning?

40. I work hard

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the week, and relax weekends.


Assorted Answer the following questions: 1. What are they doing experiments with? (rats) ...They

are

doing

experiments

with

rats..

2. Who has this boy fallen in love with? (that girl)

3. What did she fight back? (her tears)

4. What do you have to suck the poison out of? (the wound)

5. What is she grateful to him for? (his help)

6. When did they go on holiday? Qune)

7. Where does he live? (Elm Road/London)

8. Where was the policeman standing? (corner/street)

9. Where was the lamp standing? (corner/room)

10. Where do you live? (17 Elm Street/Bristol)

11. What is she grieving over? (death/husband)

12. What was the man arrested on? (suspicion/having stolen the money)

13. What did he stoke up the boiler with? (coal)

14. What did she strike you with? (her umbrella)

15. Where will you do the shopping? (supermarket/corner)

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Assorted Hung out to Dry An Irishman called O'Connor was passing the bend 1 river when he saw a man throw himself* 3

and pulled the man

5

and threw himself back

Unable 7 went

4

the water. O'Connor dived . The stranger immediately thrust him

6

stand 8

9

a narrow but deep

the river. and watch a man commit suicide, O'Connor

the rescue again, and once more pulled the man 10

the

water. However as soon as his saviour had turned his back, the would-be suicide case hanged himself11 Shortly12

a tree nearby. there was an

inquest and the coroner demanded 13

know why O'Connor had

not cut the rope 14

the poor

man. "Well," argued O'Connor, "I thought the unfortunate character had pegged himself15

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dry."


Assorted Match numbers with letters I. We're very sceptical 2. They made a hole

A. with excitement. B. off the exits.

3. There's scope

C. in good manners.

4. Jim had a scrap

D. for improvement.

5. The players scrambled

E. for tomorrow.

6. The old woman scowled

F. off the floor.

7. She scoured the grease

G. about that.

8. He scored 9. They scored a goal 10. The mother was screaming 11. The fans screamed 12. The police sealed 13. These children are schooled 14. The sale is scheduled 15. She scrubbed the stain

H. off the table.

I. at me. J. in the sand. K. with his latest book. L. with his brother. M. against us. N. for possession of the ball.

0. at the boy.

1. We're very sceptical 2. They made a hole 3. There's scope 4. Jim had a scrap 5. The players scrambled 6. The old woman scowled 7. She scoured the grease 8. He scored 9. They scored a goal 10. The mother was screaming 11. The fans screamed 12. The police sealed 13. These children are schooled.. 14. The sale is scheduled 15. She scrubbed the stain

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Assorted

ACROSS 1. I was there 3. Come

two weeks.

with me.

5. I saw her

DOWN

the train.

6. She was buying meat 8. Wait

the butcher's.

4. Not in.

9. Try this pullover

12. I have no time;

the night. I don't feel like going.

14. He jumped from the bridge 15. The bridge is

9 to five.

2. A ball is

the weekend.

10. I heard something

1. I work

the river.

the train.

6. Drive ... that street. 7. They swam 11. My property is

these hills.

12. It's not difficult

I don't want to do it.

16. There's a fish .... the river.

13. The house is

17. We'll go

15. She walked

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the weather.

the river.

those trees. of the room.


Assorted 1. We are ready

action.

2. I see no reason

22. The car rammed

doing it.

3. We tried

reason

the truck.

23. They raised their voices

it.

24. They made a raid

him.

enemy

bases.

4. We'll make it ready

the 25. They raged

Queen's visit.

him disagreeing.

5. He's reading

the Bar 26. She's very quick

Cambridge.

6. He has a weakness motorcycles.

fast

figures.

27. He quailed

the proposal speaking

7. He took the blame

28. She qualified

something he hadn't done.

8. The gunman reached

his

the accident.

10. The hotel is

the semifinal.

29. He quarrelled

her something silly

gun.

9. She can't walk

public.

his

30. He had a quarrel girlfriend.

easy reach the sea.

31. She was puzzling

11. This house is rated

$10,000.

12. She was rapt

contemplation.

13. He got a rap

32. I don't know how you can put her.

the knuckles the teacher.

this

33. Operator, put me

14 The field was full of nettles and thistles. In fact, it was rank

his letter weeks.

number.

nettles.

15. There was a rap

the door.

16. Warmth radiated stove.

34. They put

the fire and got their horses.

the

17. The bride was radiant

joy.

18. He quoted a passage

one of

Shakespeare's plays.

35. He put

a payment.

36. She put

an idea.

37.They pushed

the prices.

38. Don't leave your clothes there, put them

19. He ranged himself

the

opposition. 39. He put 20. Their ages range 21. The soldiers fired enemy

10

the random.

a proposal.

70. 40. The police pushed

the

crowd.

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Assorted Ask questions for these answers: 1. She felt irritated at the thought of losing him. What

?

2. They want to keep up with the Joneses. Who(m)

?

3. These people sacrifice their lives for the love of God. What

?

4. She made up with her boyfriend. Who(m)

?

5. They set some money aside for their old age. What(a)

?

6. She is very sensitive about being too thin. What

?

7. They were at the mercy of the waves. What

?

8. She was offended by your remarks. What

?

9. She is very sentimental about her dog. What

?

10. He set up as a butcher. What

?

11. He settled down in an armchair. What

?

12. He signed up for 20 years in the Army. How long

?

13. The girl shivered at the thought of meeting him. What

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?


Assorted By Candle Light Paddy's wife lived 1 the country and took ill one day shortly before her child was due. It was quite dark when the doctor arrived. "Where is the little lady?" he asked. "She's 2

there 3

the barn where she collapsed."

With Paddy holding the lamp the doctor set 4 "Paddy, you're the proud father

5

his job. a little boy."

Paddy was very happy. "Doctor, we'll have a drink

6

"Just a minute, hold the light a little closer. You're father

celebrate it." 7

two."

"All right" said Paddy. "We'll open a bottle." "Wait," said the doctor again, "Hold the light a little closer. You're the father of three." "Well, sure it's going 8

be quite a celebration," said Paddy.

"Just a minute," said the doctor, again "Hold the light a little closer." "I don't want 9 be difficult, doctor," said Paddy, "but don't you think that this bloody light is attracting them?"

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Assorted There are 15 prepositions. Find them. A

C

F

B

E

D

I

S

T

U

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0

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S

A

B

D

V

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Assorted Finish the sentences. 1. What's on

(cinema/today)

2. They always go to mass. They are still

(church)

3. I was brought up

(country)

4. That man was jailed

(10 years)

5. He had an accident. He's still

(hospital)

6. Last night we went

(cinema)

7. We had a party

(Frank's)

8. Mary and John are students

(Bristol University)

9. I haven't seen them 10. There's a concert

(a long time) (Albert Hall)

11. This train stops

(every little station)

12. You weren't

(the party last night)

13. I had a strange feeling when I arrived (this country) 14. When the boys arrived (cinema/they/went/in) 15. We arrived

(Majorca/7 hours/late)

16. She got married 17. Everybody is speaking

(age/20) (the same time)

18. The Charleston was a popular dance

(20's)

19. I can't sleep

(night)

20. America was discovered

(1492)

21. My father will probably retire (a few years' time) 22. I work very hard

(the week)

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Assorted 1. They heard the ricochet the rocks.

bullets

21. We are

the same wavelength.

22. All the Japanese look the same 2. They teased her

being shy.

3. The children were riding donkeys.

23. They sailed her best 24. She walked

They were ringed

enemies.

They are rigging

intruders.

the workmen.

She was riding the car.

27. That's quite safe

the back

9. The ship was riding

28. Let's be

anchor.

the beach saturated sunshine.

11. They were satisfied results.

me.

attackers.

30. I've borrowed a book

the

library. those

16. That picture is not the sake

19. We have lived

tracks.

34. His bicycle bumped

the

ruts.

36. Don't bother sale.

18. I have satisfaction

32. The lane was rutted

35. We are now safe

15. Very few things were salvaged the wreck.

doing it. the same house

danger. the children,

they can look after themselves. 37. Rome once ruled empire.

twenty years.

80

29. They were safe

33. The hinges have rusted

our

14. His novel is a satire society.

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the safe side.

people. It's not worth it.

13. She didn't have any satisfaction the local people.

20. They are tarred brush.

you.

31. I wouldn't bother

the

12. That's quite satisfactory

17. I did it my family.

numbers.

26. The fence safeguarded them

some

scaffolding

the church.

25. There's safety

furiously.

10. They lay

Plymouth New York.

She was decked clothes. He rang

me.

an

a tree.

38. The car ran

39. How much did the garage charge you the repairs.

the same 40.The car ran

the dog.


Assorted Crossword of prepositions

ACROSS 1. It goes

saying.

4. He was knocked 6. I live

in the first round.

London Rd.

7. Let's go

1. I'll be back

the cinema.

8. This is the leg

11. They walked

a week.

2. His gun went

the table.

10. There was surprise

DOWN

his face.

3. Wait

morning.

5. He rang me the river bank. 8. They all jumped 12. They're sailing

9. I'll wait

14. Not outside. 15. The plane is coming

New York.

the end of the week.

13. The ship went

the bridge.

14. He walked ... the kitchen.

16. Not under. 17. There's a hedge

their horses.

the world.

the garden.

15. This present is

you.

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Assorted

Free Drinks. An Irishman goes 1 a bar in New York and the barman says, "Good evening, sir. What's your pleasure?" "Thank you very much. I'll have a whisky and a box 2 matches, please." 3 Then, he puts five cents. the counter and drinks the whisky. "What's the five cents for?" The Irishman says, "It's 4 the matches. I didn't really want a drink, but you asked me so nicely what my pleasure was." The barman begins 5 get angry. "Sir, I was only being polite." The fellow is adamant: "I'm sorry, but I refuse 6 pay." He is thrown 7 the bar. Three weeks later he walks back 8 and the barman shouts: "Hey you, out! I told you I never wanted 9 see you again!" The chap refuses 10 leave. "You must have me mixed 11 someone 12 else. I've just come back several months abroad.". 13 a close look the barman says: "I can't understand it; you must have a double." "Thanks, and a box of matches, please." 82 STANLEY


Assorted 1. There's a rush

umbrellas.

2. He ran

the jail. He escaped.

3 I can't be bothered

those

little matters.

4. She rubbed the glass

h

21. They roofed

a cloth. her

She rubbed the lotion skin.

6. This car runs

diesel.

7 She had a row

her husband money.

8. His party was routed election.

the

9. He roused slowly sleep.

a deep

10. He rounded

the yard sheets of plastic.

22. The ball rolled

the hill.

23. I was robbed

my wallet.

24. What are you doing rooting in my office? 25. Can you make room shelf?

that

26. The hut was roofed of bark.

strips

27. He rolled hot.

his sleeves. It was

28. People were rolling

the aisles.

29. That man is rolling

money.

the sentence.

11. The police roped

the scene

30. Our boat was rocked side

his

31. Those hooligans robbed me my sleep.

the crime. 12. He rubbed his hand forehead. 13. That wheel is rubbing mudguard.

the

14. She was roused

anger his insults.

15. They were roused beds

their 3 a.m.

16. The guide rounded tourists. 17. 'How are you getting 'Well, we are rubbing 18. Jimmy, rub the mud trousers. 1.9. We'll all be rooting 20. There's no room

the

32. The little ball rolled pavement. 33. They stole money

the bank.

34. There's not enough room swing a cat here. 35. The tigers roared

the

side the waves.

36. The speaker roamed events

the cages. the the week.

37. The audience roared laughter. your

38. The cars roared where we stood.

the place

you. 39. He has a new rival

the title.

40. They were rivals

love.

you the car.

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Assorted 1. The doctors operated quite successfully.

him

2. We'll name the baby father.

the the boy.

22. Wheels won't bite slippery surfaces.

his

3. Stop prying

21. The young girl blushed mention

my affairs.

23. They won the battle

the enemy.

24. I'm really astonished your work; it's wonderful!

4. The picture was priced

$10,000. 5. The train pulled

with a jerk.

6. I'm going to borrow some money the bank. 7. The rescue party broke the trapped miners.

to

8. Where's the ship bound

?

9. After three weeks the search was called

25. He assisted the police their enquiries. 26. You don't have any authority us any more. 27. This show is comparable nothing. 28. The car burst

flames.

29. Hannibal was 10. This region is celebrated its wine.

30. The sailing ship wouldn't advance the lack of wind.

11. There's nothing comparable this. 12. The church is close post office.

the

an

the ton. London, Selfridge's.

35. I'm

your disposal whatever you want.

36. Let's draw this bill

16. You're awful

writing letters.

17. You'll have to bear that

sight.

37. What are you doing? What are you

mind. the apple.

death these mosquitoes.

20. I was bored

tears her talk.

84

32. She came forward interesting suggestion.

seven

15. Don't turn your back people.

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worry.

34. I bought it

14. The meeting broke o'clock and they all went home.

19. We'll be bitten

31. There's no cause

33. Coal is sold

13. You're one of the candidates the post.

18. She bit

command the army.

38. I'm

your orders.

39. The hooligan was brought the magistrate. 40. Everybody was there

you.


Assorted Skin Trouble Mrs. Black had a lot of problems 1 her skin so she went 2 the 3 doctor. However, he could not find anything wrong so he sent her the local hospital 4 some tests. The hospital, 5 course, sent 6 7 8 the results the tests directly the doctor Mrs. Black. The next morning the doctor telephoned Mrs. Black 9 give her a list 10 the things he thought could be the cause 11 the skin trouble. Mrs. Black wrote 12 a piece 14 while she went 16 13

carefully all the things she could not eat paper which she left 15 the telephone a ladies' meeting.

When she came back home two hours later, she found her husband waiting 17 her: "Hello, darling. I have done all the shopping 18 you." 19 She was surprised. "You have done all the shopping me?" "But how did you know what I wanted?" "Well, when I arrived home I found your shopping list 2 0 telephone," answered her husband, "so I went 21 all that you had written 22 the piece 23

the the shop and I bought paper."

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Assorted

1. I lost interest;

I've gone

it.

2. She's standing

parliament.

23. The nuns brought

his

5. Stop attacking him; lay

him.

6. We'll have a break

nineteen; .

22. She broke the engagement : they've finished.

3. That Spanish girl, Carmen, has taken English quickly. 4. The taxi driver set passengers.

21. I went into the army I was called

the orphan.

24. His car was written the accident.

after

25. We have to win him

ten

minutes.

to our side.

26. You are always telling me

7. She lives

fruit; she eats 2

kilos of it a day.

8. The bank is

the

, Mum.

27. I was not taken false promises.

by his

28. We must step

supermarket.

production.

29. I can't shake this cold I've had it all winter.

9. Put the piano in the corner the window.

30. I'll come to the station and see you

10. 'Can we examine the house?' 'Yes, you can look it the end?' 'Yes, the boring lecture.'

we stayed

12. She's reading

a degree Bristol University.

35. The two boys have hit it They have become friends.

that idea.

15. She had always dreamed of appearing Brad Pitt.

36. We've sacked many workers; we've laid a hundred men.

16. He wasted his money; he ran a fortune. 17. He tried to buy me tried to bribe me.

20. I'll dash quickly.

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37. Why don't you look the word in the dictionary? ; he

18. Why don't we fix a date

two pints of beer.

34. Why don't you give yourselves to the police?

money. 14. I'm toying

32. That horrible smell puts me

33. He knocked

13. That man is rich, he's rolling

19. Drop me

a car.

31. The old man was run

11. 'Did you stay

38. I'll put you can stay here. ?

here, I can walk now. a letter; I'll write it

the night. You

39. I'll make it clear. I'll spell it you. 40. That boy is behaving badly; he's acting again.


Assorted

Find the 13 prepositions R

1

N

S

1

D

E

X

Y

A

T

N

S

T

U

V

W

Z

A

C

B

D

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Assorted Which is the correct answer? 1 . What's that silly boy laughing

?

a) for

b)at

c)to

d) from

a) in c) from

a) at

b)in

c)of

d)to

a) with c)at

c) before

a) of c)at

b)at d) with

4. The temperatures are

normal

these days. b) under

c) beneath

d) underneath

5. I can go any day

Monday.

d) but a

famous artist.

a) for

b)by

c)to

d)of

a) to

b)for

c)of

d) with

8. This is a quotation

Shakespeare.

a) of

b)for

c) from

d)to

b) over d)at the table.

b) on d)off

b)to d)at

14.The town was rocked earthquake.

a) by c) due to

7. That boy is really making a name himself.

the house.

13.The huge waves rolled the ship side to side.

a) on c) from

b)at

6. This picture was painted

b) on d)in

12.Take that thing

a) of c) from

a) below

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black.

11. There was paint al

God and men.

a) to

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b)of d)at

10. I like that girl

hours late.

a) in c) on

the

I ast; two

2. The train has arrived

3. I swear it

9. This is one of the biggest cities world.

an

b)for d) during

15. I have the greatest respect

a) at c) with

b)for d) on

16.The pilots are responsible passengers' safety.

a) for c)of

you.

b)at d) with

their


Assorted 1.1 got the information

him.

4. They walked

22. I met him

the left the traffic lights.

the foot of

the letter. 24. This is love

first sight.

25. The car passed

each other.

6. She missed the train minutes. 7. He was walking

the party.

23. You have to sign

the strains the wedding march.

5. They sat

two

full speed.

26. She collapsed

the death her son.

and the street nervously.

27. We prefer death

slavery.

28. No one 8. He was stiff 9.1 agree

the

microphone?

2. You can see Coca Cola advertised the world. 3. Turn

21. Do you know the man

cold.

James can speak

German.

you; I'm you on that.

29. There's a little house

10. He was swimming

his hat

the lake.

30. Breakfast will be ready

eight

o'clock. 11. Take your socks

31. 'Are you coming

!

12. That is

your jurisdiction.

13. We have to live income.

land?' 'No,

sea.' 32. They sell wine

our

the pint.

33. 'Do you work

14. We have no bread, so we'll have to do it. 15. It goes

saying that I'll be

day?' 'No, night.'

34. He spoke twice

the

meeting.

you.

35. The ship sailed 16. There will be six of us for dinner, Mary. 17. There is a meadow stream. 18. The cat ran

19. Smoking

New York.

36. I'll sign the contract the

37.1 can't go

him. the time being.

38. The thief jumped down the mouse.

class is the school rules.

20. When I saw him he was going the street.

the wall. 39. He expressed his thoughts a loud voice. 40.1 like to live

the open air.

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Assorted Match numbers with letters 1. She's standing 2.The Spanish girl has taken 3.The taxi driver set 4. We'll have a break 5. She practically lives 6.The bank is 7.We stayed 8. She is reading 9. That man is rolling

10. The old man was run

C. for a degree. D. off after the accident. E. opposite the supermarket. F. down his passengers. G. in money. H. for Parliament. I. through the boring picture. J. to English quickly.

K. and see you off.

12. That horrible smell

L. on fruit.

13. He knocked

15. I'll come to the station

1. She's standing 2. The Spanish girl has taken 3. The taxi driver set 4. We'll have a break 5. She practically lives 6. The bank is 7. We stayed 8. She is reading 9. That man is rolling

10. The old man was run 11. The car was written 12. That horrible smell 13. He knocked 14. We have to win him 15. I'll come to the station

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B. back two pints of beer.

11. The car was written

14. We have to win him

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A. over to our side.

M. in ten minutes. N. over by a car. 0. puts me off.


Assorted

Swimming Pool 1

a faraway country they had a very big hospital2 locked all the mentally ill people.

The director3 one day he said 5 decided 6

which they

the institution was very pleased 4 his patients so them: "You have been very good this year, so I have build a swimming pool 7 you."

All the patients were very happy and, as soon as the swimming pool had been built, they started 8 jump 9 it. A year later the director10

the centre told the patients:

"You have been very good this year, too, so I am going11 12 the swimming pool."

put a springboard

As soon as the springboard had been installed all the patients began 13 14 it.

jump

The next year the director15 the centre told his patients: "You have been very good this year, too, so now I am going16 put the water 17 the swimming pool." 91 STANLEY


Assorted 21. I'll put it down

1. The man had a gold watch his wrist.

writing.

22. She spoke

2. He had a big dog

a leash.

3. He was burnt

a very low voice.

23. I know your brother only

the

photos I've seen.

death.

24. The children are very busy

4. We have finished. The lesson is

their homework. 5. We'll win

the end. 25. I've received a letter

6. There was a large statue hall

the

your

mother.

marble. 26. Diamonds are

7. We went hunting 8. Are you going fishing

the rain. this

weather?

10. We'll have to do it step

machinery.

hand. step.

the way, where were you

herself the house.

29. I was paid

the hour.

30. There's nothing to eat

bread

and butter.

yesterday?

31. Mr and Mrs Brown are

12. The man was punished

dinner

stealing. 13.

27. These garments are made

28. She was all

9. All these things are done

11.

ever.

this way everything will be easier.

14. Jane had a bandage

her

17. I'll be there

your orders, sir! a good

price. 34. He's not here, he's

TV last

week. 16. Relax, we're

32. We are all 33. We'll sell these things

knee. 15. I saw that film

the moment.

business trip. 35. I'll be

danger. the stroke

a

duty all night.

36. I've written a book

37. There was a hotel

of six.

English

verbs. the main

road. 18. We never do that 38. We'll divide the cake

weekdays.

two

halves. 19. Could you please write it down 39. This river is the longest

figures?

this

country. 20. What would you do place?

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my 40. You've got paint

your hair.


Assorted Find the 12 prepositions. F

R

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Assorted Ask questions for these answers: 1. We'll name the baby after his father. Who(m) shall we

?

2. He's prying into my affairs. What's

?

3. The picture was priced at $10,000. What was

?

4. The ship is bound for London. Where's

?

5. This region is celebrated for its wine. What is

?

6. The church is close to the Post Office. What is

?

7. The meeting broke up at seven o'clock. At what time

?

8. She's awful at writing letters. What's she

?

9. You will have to bear that in mind. What

?

10. She bit into the apple. What

?

11. I'm astonished at her work. What are you

?

12. The hooligan was brought before the magistrate. Who(m) was

?

13. Coal is sold by the ton. What's

?

14. There's no cause for worry. What is there

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Assorted I.The car ran

a lamppost.

2. How much will it sell

?

3. They all sat

a round table.

4. I'm going to sit examination.

21. She was weeping 22. We have declared war poverty. 23. Don't waste your money

the

24. He lived

the face.

7. I think she's smiling

these

things.

5. Are you speaking experience? 6. Don't stare people

joy.

a while a desert island.

25. They are victims terrorism.

you. 26. The ship vanished

8. We'll have to split the cake several pieces. 9. People should stick ideas.

view.

27. She's typing their

a typewriter.

28. I'm writing

shorthand.

29. Why don't you write a story Hannibal?

10. Why don't we have a swim the river?

30. They were all wet

11. He suffers disease.

a very strange

12.1 took you

my cousin.

water.

31. Both of them have broken relations.

32. She's always thinking

13. You'll be the stand-in main actress.

the

14. You can't stop people themselves.

killing

15. Please, don't tread toes.

my

her

children. 33. I've been robbed 34. She came down. 35. I'll give a party

my bag. the room and sat

my

birthday.

16. Rich people usually travel plane.

36. My brother was born

1980.

17. Your kisses taste darling.

garlic,

37. The rescue party broke through the trapped miners.

18. There's a heavy tax this country.

tobacco

38. You have to learn the Latin declensions heart.

19.1 should like to travel world. 20. What do you understand that?

the

39. There was a lamp ceiling, 40. Have you paid furniture?

the the table. the

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Assorted Find the 13 prepositions. A

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Assorted Another Coffee A strange-looking man came 1 cup 3 coffee.

a cafe one day and asked 2

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The waiter served the coffee and the man drank it slowly. "How much is it?" he asked. "Twenty-six cents," answered the waiter. The man took 26 coins 4 one 6 one 7

one cent 5 his pocket, threw them the room and left the cafe.

The same thing happened 8 the next day and the waiter didn't say anything but watched the man angrily as he left the cafe. The third day the same man came 9 the cafe and asked 10 11 another coffee. He drank it, put his hand his pocket and, as he had no change, he gave the waiter a fifty-cent coin. The waiter decided 12 take his revenge. He took twenty-four cents 13 his box and he threw them, one 14 one,15 the room. The man watched him calmly and when he had finished he put his hand 16 his pocket, took17 two cents and said, "Give me another coffee, please."

97 STANLEY


Assorted Answer these questions. 1. Is there any risk of contamination? Yes, there is 2. What is this land ripe for? (development) This land is ripe 3. What shall I rinse my hair with? (water) Rinse your 4. How much has the river risen by? (ten feet) The river has 5. What is rising from the chimney? (smoke) There is smoke 6. Who(m) did they rise up against? (invaders) They rose up 7. Since when haven't we seen each other? (October) We haven't seen each other 8. How long has he been working here for? (six months) He has been 9. How did everything go? (according to plan) Everything went 10. Where's your house? (end/street) Our house is 11. What is he an expert at? (judo) He's an expert 12.Who(m) have you fallen in love with? (Peter) I've fallen 13. Where has the convict escaped from? (jail) The convict has 14.Who(m) is she envious of? (her sister) She is envious 15. Where's the ship bound for? (New York) The ship is

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Assorted 1. He jammed

the brakes.

2. We'll have to iron

22. His arrest

our

differences.

touched a riot.

23. Years passed; time rolled

3. The missile homed

its target.

4. The fox was hunted

24. Eventually business improved and money rolled

the dogs.

5. Let's hope the rain holds

25. Stop fussing

6. He was naked; he had nothing

26. She frowned the boy

7. A heavy silence hung

the city.

8. He handed

11. White wine goes

a break the weather.

that nasty habit. fish.

30. Let him blow 31.

steam. his cries, we rushed

12. These shoes are too small; they won't go

the room. 32.

13. She went

the wrong tree.

29. We'll wait

the street.

10. He has grown

the

beach. 28. You are barking

9. These people are handing pamphlets

silence.

27. She spent the whole day

his authority the new president.

the little girl.

the stage; it was

present we're increasing business.

the first time she had acted. 33. I came here

his request.

14. The tide went 34. She was angry 15. We had a quarrel

the

not being

invited to the wedding.

homework. 35. This money will pull us 16.1 don't agree; I don't go

that. 36. They pushed the piano

17. My balcony gives

the main

street.

the

valley.

him. a light sentence.

20. She wouldn't stop talking; I couldn't get a

38. They rowed the boat

the river.

39. Your story is

the

bounds of credibility.

word 21. Come on! Let's get

window. 37. The bells resounded

18. I didn't convince him; I didn't get

19. He got

the

work!

40. This car is

repair.

Let's start.

99 STANLEY


Assorted 21. Children, move

"I.The Russians sat

the bench,

please.

the 7G conference. 2. She woke

frightened and

22. The train moved

slowly.

bed.

sat

23. They are making 3. The current swept the bridge

lost time extra work.

24. He admires his brother; he looks 4. Let's sum it

him.

5. I'll turn the business

to my

son.

25. Be careful,- look pickpockets.

6. He has walked

her, without

a word of warning.

26. He doesn't work; he lives his estate.

7. Put that sword

!

8. She put

27. He lived

9. He pulled

the crime his conscience.

her theory.

28. She was lying

the deal.

the sun.

29. A smile lit

10. He's so ill that I don't think he'll pull

her face.

30. We'll go when it leaves 11. I came

train. The train

pulled

five.

raining.

31. The judge let him

lightly a fine.

12. It was raining heavily; it was pouring

32. Go in front; you lead 13. I pointed

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14. Don't play

people's

emotions.

33. He leaned back

the chair.

34. I've already laid

smoking.

35. The minister was questioned

15. Why don't you plug

his plans.

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the fire.

17. The gunman picked

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20. The soldiers opened fire; they opened again.

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(be/shy)

2. The child was riding 3. She was decked out

(donkey) (best clothes)

4. They were surrounded

(enemy)

5. The ship was riding

(anchor)

6. They were very satisfied

(results)

7. That is very satisfactory

(me)

8. They didn't have any satisfaction

(local people)

9. His novel is a satire

(our society)

10. Very few things were salvaged

(the wreck)

11. That picture is not

(sale)

12. I have satisfaction

(do/it)

13. They are tarred 14. We are all

(same/brush) (same/wavelength)

15. All the Japanese look the same 16. There's safety

(me) (numbers)

17. The fence safeguarded them 18. That's quite safe 19. Let's be 20. They were safe

(intruders) (children) (safe side) (attackers)

21. I've borrowed a book

(library)

22. The lane was rutted

(tracks)

23. His bicycle bumped

(ruts)

24. Rome once ruled 25. The car ran 26. How much did the garage charge you

(an empire) (tree) (repairs)

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• Exercise Book

Assorted 1. I knew that

her smile was

sadness.

22. Are you waiting

the bus?

23. He's a waiter. He's waiting the

2. The bird settled branch.

those people. 24. Go to bed. Don't wait

3. Put the chair you'll be more comfortable. 4. He's set book.

me.

the shade;

25. It's about time you woke publishing his

the fact that she's run away.

26. The soldiers walked right

5. They were set

liberty.

6. She mocked

our fears.

7. She nodded

me.

the trap. 27. My friend Robert has walked out his wife. 28. We were beaten ten nil. The other team walked

8. The doctors are going to operate

all

him.

9. We'll play a trick

him.

10. She persisted

doing it.

our meal?

13. This artist paints

nature.

30. We're very obliged

you. visitors.

do it. 33. Let me pour some wine your glass.

14. That little girl is in need love.

34. He's very private

his

affairs.

15. This is a good method teaching music.

35. The old man rambled

16. It was moulded

clay.

the

past. 36. He can't come

17. These people keep moving

the

transport strike.

place.

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busy.

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his

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the

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place

us.

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40. The play is excellent; tickets are cheap.

you to lie, my son.

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