Prepositions_usage-_with-noun-verb competitive exams
100 questions · One Paper
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Question 1 of 100
By the end of the semester, most students are tired ___ constant assignments.
Explanation'Tired' is followed by the preposition 'of' when expressing boredom/exasperation: tired of.
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Question 2 of 100
Pakistan should strive to become economically independent ___ foreign loans.
Explanation'Independent' is followed by the preposition 'of': independent of.
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Question 3 of 100
The nurse will care ___ the patient throughout his recovery.
Explanation'Care' is followed by the preposition 'for' when meaning to look after: care for.
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Question 4 of 100
Everyone was angry ___ the sudden cancellation of the flight.
Explanation'Angry' takes 'at' when directed at a situation or thing (not a person): angry at the cancellation.
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Question 5 of 100
The government plans to invest heavily ___ renewable energy projects.
Explanation'Invest' is followed by the preposition 'in': invest in.
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Question 6 of 100
He seemed jealous ___ his colleague's recent promotion.
Explanation'Jealous' is followed by the preposition 'of': jealous of.
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Question 7 of 100
A mother's love ___ her children is unconditional.
Explanation'Love' is followed by the preposition 'for' when expressing affection for someone: love for.
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Question 8 of 100
Her calm reaction ___ the bad news surprised everyone.
Explanation'Reaction' is followed by the preposition 'to': reaction to.
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Question 9 of 100
The farmers will benefit ___ the new irrigation scheme.
Explanation'Benefit' is followed by the preposition 'from': benefit from.
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Question 10 of 100
She has been married ___ a diplomat for over a decade.
Explanation'Married' is followed by the preposition 'to': married to.
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Question 11 of 100
The government's approach ___ this problem has been widely criticized.
Explanation'Approach' is followed by the preposition 'to': approach to.
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Question 12 of 100
Many citizens are strongly opposed ___ the new taxation policy.
Explanation'Opposed' is followed by the preposition 'to': opposed to.
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Question 13 of 100
The storm caused severe damage ___ the coastal properties.
Explanation'Damage' is followed by the preposition 'to': damage to.
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Question 14 of 100
After years abroad, he had become accustomed ___ the local customs.
Explanation'Accustomed' is followed by the preposition 'to': accustomed to.
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Question 15 of 100
She is remarkably good ___ solving complex mathematical problems.
Explanation'Good' (referring to skill) is followed by the preposition 'at': good at.
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Question 16 of 100
Discipline is often considered the key ___ success in any field.
Explanation'Key' is followed by the preposition 'to': key to.
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Question 17 of 100
People with a family history of diabetes are more prone ___ developing the disease.
Explanation'Prone' is followed by the preposition 'to': prone to.
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Question 18 of 100
The immigrants often longed ___ their homeland.
Explanation'Long' (meaning to yearn) is followed by the preposition 'for': long for.
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Question 19 of 100
We are deeply grateful ___ your generous support during this crisis.
Explanation'Grateful' takes the preposition 'to' when directed at a person: grateful to someone.
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Question 20 of 100
The manager blamed the delay ___ poor planning.
Explanation'Blame' (something) is followed by the preposition 'on' when referring to the cause: blame the delay on poor planning.
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Question 21 of 100
Nobody could give a satisfactory answer ___ the examiner's question.
Explanation'Answer' is followed by the preposition 'to': answer to.
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Question 22 of 100
Please wait ___ me outside the office; I won't be long.
Explanation'Wait' is followed by the preposition 'for': wait for.
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Question 23 of 100
The manager insisted ___ completing the project by Friday.
Explanation'Insist' is followed by the preposition 'on': insist on.
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Question 24 of 100
Her growing interest ___ environmental science led her to change careers.
Explanation'Interest' is followed by the preposition 'in': interest in.
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Question 25 of 100
There has been a sharp increase ___ fuel prices this month.
Explanation'Increase/decrease' is followed by the preposition 'in' when referring to a quantity: increase in.
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Question 26 of 100
A good leader must be capable ___ making difficult decisions under pressure.
Explanation'Capable' is followed by the preposition 'of': capable of.
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Question 27 of 100
The whole family was proud ___ her academic achievements.
Explanation'Proud' is followed by the preposition 'of': proud of.
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Question 28 of 100
The audience was completely surprised ___ the unexpected plot twist.
Explanation'Surprised' is typically followed by the preposition 'at' (or 'by') when reacting to an event: surprised at.
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Question 29 of 100
Scientists are still searching for a solution ___ this environmental crisis.
Explanation'Solution' is followed by the preposition 'to': solution to.
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Question 30 of 100
She apologized ___ being late to the meeting.
Explanation'Apologize' is followed by the preposition 'for': apologize for.
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Question 31 of 100
Every citizen should be aware ___ their basic legal rights.
Explanation'Aware' is followed by the preposition 'of': aware of.
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Question 32 of 100
Please divide the sweets equally ___ the four children.
Explanation'Among' is used when distributing something between more than two entities; 'between' is reserved for exactly two.
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Question 33 of 100
Public transport is a practical alternative ___ using private cars.
Explanation'Alternative' is followed by the preposition 'to': alternative to.
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Question 34 of 100
Please pay close attention ___ the safety instructions before takeoff.
Explanation'Attention' is followed by the preposition 'to': attention to.
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Question 35 of 100
Government employees are subject ___ strict conduct regulations.
Explanation'Subject' is followed by the preposition 'to': subject to.
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Question 36 of 100
All citizens should have equal access ___ quality healthcare.
Explanation'Access' is followed by the preposition 'to': access to.
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Question 37 of 100
She became angry ___ her brother for breaking her favorite mug.
Explanation'Angry' takes 'with' when directed at a person: angry with someone.
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Question 38 of 100
She always wakes up ___ 6 o'clock in the morning.
ExplanationSpecific clock times take the preposition 'at': at 6 o'clock.
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Question 39 of 100
She has always been fond ___ classical music.
Explanation'Fond' is followed by the preposition 'of': fond of.
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Question 40 of 100
He felt ashamed ___ his rude behavior toward the guests.
Explanation'Ashamed' is followed by the preposition 'of': ashamed of.
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Question 41 of 100
Children are often afraid ___ the dark.
Explanation'Afraid' is followed by the preposition 'of': afraid of.
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Question 42 of 100
You should not rely ___ others to solve your problems.
Explanation'Rely' is followed by the preposition 'on': rely on.
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Question 43 of 100
Many patients suffer ___ chronic back pain due to poor posture.
Explanation'Suffer' is followed by the preposition 'from' when referring to an illness/condition: suffer from.
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Question 44 of 100
The conference will be held ___ Monday morning.
ExplanationSpecific days (and dates) take the preposition 'on': on Monday.
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Question 45 of 100
It is often difficult to cope ___ the pressures of modern life.
Explanation'Cope' is followed by the preposition 'with': cope with.
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Question 46 of 100
This rule has one important exception ___ it that you should know about.
Explanation'Exception' is followed by the preposition 'to': exception to.
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Question 47 of 100
She has always believed ___ hard work and honesty.
Explanation'Believe' is followed by the preposition 'in' when expressing conviction/faith: believe in.
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Question 48 of 100
The public's confidence ___ the new government has declined recently.
Explanation'Confidence' is followed by the preposition 'in': confidence in.
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Question 49 of 100
The report must be submitted ___ Friday at the latest.
Explanation'By' indicates a deadline (an action completed no later than a point in time), whereas 'until' indicates continuation up to that point.
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Question 50 of 100
It is important to be kind ___ animals and treat them with compassion.
Explanation'Kind' is followed by the preposition 'to': kind to.
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Question 51 of 100
All employees are encouraged to participate ___ the annual charity walk.
Explanation'Participate' is followed by the preposition 'in': participate in.
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Question 52 of 100
All staff members must comply ___ the new safety regulations.
Explanation'Comply' is followed by the preposition 'with': comply with.
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Question 53 of 100
Teenagers today are often addicted ___ social media platforms.
Explanation'Addicted' is followed by the preposition 'to': addicted to.
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Question 54 of 100
Pakistan gained independence ___ 1947.
ExplanationYears, months, and centuries take the preposition 'in': in 1947.
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Question 55 of 100
He tends to indulge ___ unhealthy eating habits when stressed.
Explanation'Indulge' is followed by the preposition 'in': indulge in.
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Question 56 of 100
A heated discussion broke out ___ the two rival politicians.
Explanation'Between' is used when referring to exactly two people or things; 'among' is used for three or more.
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Question 57 of 100
He was never very good ___ managing his finances.
Explanation'Good' (referring to skill/ability) takes the preposition 'at': good at.
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Question 58 of 100
Researchers are facing significant difficulty ___ finding a cure for this virus.
Explanation'Difficulty' is followed by the preposition 'in': difficulty in.
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Question 59 of 100
Young people should have respect ___ their elders and teachers.
Explanation'Respect' is followed by the preposition 'for': respect for.
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Question 60 of 100
The final report is completely different ___ the earlier draft.
Explanation'Different' is more formally followed by the preposition 'from' (though 'than' is common informally): different from.
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Question 61 of 100
As the senior officer, he is senior ___ everyone else in the department.
Explanation'Senior' (and 'junior') is followed by the preposition 'to', not 'than': senior to.
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Question 62 of 100
Success in life largely depends ___ hard work and perseverance.
Explanation'Depend' is always followed by the preposition 'on': depend on.
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Question 63 of 100
Loud music from the neighbors began to interfere ___ his concentration.
Explanation'Interfere' is followed by the preposition 'with': interfere with.
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Question 64 of 100
He has been working at this firm ___ 2015.
Explanation'Since' is used with a specific starting point in time: since 2015.
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Question 65 of 100
Employees must refrain ___ using their phones during meetings.
Explanation'Refrain' is followed by the preposition 'from': refrain from.
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Question 66 of 100
They have known each other ___ almost ten years.
Explanation'For' is used with a duration of time: for ten years.
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Question 67 of 100
Investigators are still searching ___ clues at the crime scene.
Explanation'Search' is followed by the preposition 'for': search for.
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Question 68 of 100
She applied ___ the position of marketing manager last week.
Explanation'Apply' is followed by the preposition 'for' when referring to a job/position: apply for.
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Question 69 of 100
The basket was full ___ fresh fruits from the garden.
Explanation'Full' is followed by the preposition 'of': full of.
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Question 70 of 100
It took him months to recover ___ the serious illness.
Explanation'Recover' is followed by the preposition 'from': recover from.
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Question 71 of 100
There is an urgent need ___ reform in the education sector.
Explanation'Need' is followed by the preposition 'for': need for.
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Question 72 of 100
Athletes are required to abstain ___ using performance-enhancing drugs.
Explanation'Abstain' is followed by the preposition 'from': abstain from.
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Question 73 of 100
His approach to management is quite similar ___ his father's.
Explanation'Similar' is followed by the preposition 'to': similar to.
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Question 74 of 100
Many children are allergic ___ peanuts and must avoid them entirely.
Explanation'Allergic' is followed by the preposition 'to': allergic to.
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Question 75 of 100
Our flight arrived ___ Karachi two hours late due to bad weather.
Explanation'Arrive' takes 'in' before large places such as cities and countries: arrive in Karachi.
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Question 76 of 100
She submitted a formal request ___ leave to her supervisor.
Explanation'Request' is followed by the preposition 'for': request for.
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Question 77 of 100
Both students were absent ___ school due to illness.
Explanation'Absent' is followed by the preposition 'from': absent from.
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Question 78 of 100
She has always been deeply interested ___ ancient history.
Explanation'Interested' is followed by the preposition 'in': interested in.
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Question 79 of 100
The court found him guilty ___ fraud and sentenced him accordingly.
Explanation'Guilty' is followed by the preposition 'of': guilty of.
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Question 80 of 100
I completely agree ___ your assessment of the situation.
Explanation'Agree' is followed by 'with' when agreeing with a person or opinion: agree with someone.
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Question 81 of 100
He was accused ___ stealing company funds.
Explanation'Accuse' is followed by the preposition 'of': accuse of.
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Question 82 of 100
We are truly grateful ___ your kind assistance throughout this ordeal.
Explanation'Grateful' takes the preposition 'for' when referring to the thing one is thankful for: grateful for something.
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Question 83 of 100
The organization's staff have always been sincerely committed ___ their mission.
Explanation'Committed' is followed by the preposition 'to': committed to.
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Question 84 of 100
The company will have to deal ___ several legal issues this year.
Explanation'Deal' is followed by the preposition 'with': deal with.
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Question 85 of 100
She will be staying at her aunt's house ___ next Sunday.
Explanation'Until' indicates an action or state continuing up to a specific point in time, unlike 'by' which marks a deadline.
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Question 86 of 100
Dr. Khan specializes ___ cardiology at the city hospital.
Explanation'Specialize' is followed by the preposition 'in': specialize in.
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Question 87 of 100
Twins often differ ___ each other in personality despite looking alike.
Explanation'Differ' is followed by the preposition 'from' when comparing two things: differ from.
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Question 88 of 100
There is no valid reason ___ his sudden resignation.
Explanation'Reason' is followed by the preposition 'for': reason for.
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Question 89 of 100
The old bridge collapsed ___ the heavy flood.
Explanation'Because of' (a preposition phrase) is followed by a noun phrase ('the heavy flood'), unlike 'because' which must be followed by a clause with a subject and verb.
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Question 90 of 100
This song always reminds me ___ my childhood in the village.
Explanation'Remind' is followed by the preposition 'of' when referring to a memory triggered: remind someone of something.
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Question 91 of 100
This model is clearly superior ___ the previous version in terms of performance.
Explanation'Superior' (like 'inferior') is followed by the preposition 'to', not 'than': superior to.
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Question 92 of 100
The committee consists ___ five members from different departments.
Explanation'Consist' is followed by the preposition 'of': consist of.
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Question 93 of 100
The demand ___ skilled IT professionals has increased significantly.
Explanation'Demand' is followed by the preposition 'for': demand for.
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Question 94 of 100
He finally succeeded ___ convincing the board to approve the plan.
Explanation'Succeed' is followed by the preposition 'in': succeed in.
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Question 95 of 100
The two parties finally agreed ___ a new trade deal.
Explanation'Agree' is followed by 'to' when agreeing to a plan, proposal, or suggestion: agree to a deal.
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Question 96 of 100
The delegation arrived ___ the airport at midnight.
Explanation'Arrive' takes 'at' before smaller/specific locations such as airports, stations, and buildings: arrive at the airport.
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Question 97 of 100
The region is short ___ clean drinking water during summer months.
Explanation'Short' (meaning lacking) is followed by the preposition 'of': short of.
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Question 98 of 100
They congratulated her ___ winning the scholarship.
Explanation'Congratulate' is followed by the preposition 'on': congratulate on.
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Question 99 of 100
He has always been extremely loyal ___ his friends, even in hard times.
Explanation'Loyal' is followed by the preposition 'to': loyal to.
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Question 100 of 100
We are all hoping ___ a positive outcome from the negotiations.
Explanation'Hope' is followed by the preposition 'for': hope for.
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