CBSE Class 8 English Chapter 30 Words Followed By Prepositions
Study the following and learn the correct use of Prepositions.
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1. Tom agreed with me on that point.
2. She did not agree to my proposal.
3. He acted upon my advice.
4. He is addicted to smoking.
5. He was ashamed of his conduct.
6. I am not afraid of death.
7. Harry is very fond of reading novels.
8. She was very kind to us all.
9. I prefer riding to walking.
10. Be careful about your health.
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11. You must take care of your health.
12. The teacher was angry with me for my misconduct.
13. He died of fever.
14. He is proud of his wealth.
15. Ali begged for mercy from the king.
16. The teacher was displeased with me.
17. Sita was born of rich parents.
18. She takes delight in swimming.
19. I was then busy with my lessons.
20. We were astonished at her rudeness.
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21. We all wondered at her success.
22. The people were alarmed at this news.
23. The dog is ever faithful to his master.
24. He is ill with fever.
25. The boy jumped for joy.
26. My book is different from Harry’s.
27. Please excuse me for coming late.
28. The basket is full of flowers.
29. Fill the bottle with hot water.
30. He invited me to dinner.
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31. She prays to God daily.
32. He quarrelled with me over this point.
33. He is tired of this life.
34. I am satisfied with your statement.
35. Harish warned me of the danger.
36. He is ignorant of the facts.
37. The accused was charged with murder.
38. He has no pity for poor labourers.
39. Have pity on us.
40. He prevented me from going there.
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41. He was rewarded with a medal.
42. She was very anxious about her son’s health.
43. We laughed at her dress.
44. Who rules over England?
45. It is a pleasure to deal with him.
46. At last fortune smiled on him.
47. He is now free from cares.
48. We arrived in Mumbai at noon.
49. We arrived at the station just in time.
50. He introduced me to his uncle.
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51. He did not reply to my letter.
52. She lives close to my house.
53. She had her revenge on her enemies.
54. He parted with all his property.
55. We were surprised at her success.
56. He parted from his friends.
57. He supplied the poor with clothing.
58. He fought against his enemies.
59. He complained to the Headmaster.
60. He complained against me.
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61. Bali depends on your help.
62. He deals in Japanese silk.
63. Harry borrowed money from me.
64. Satish has failed in Englis.
65. He has applied for leave.
66. She is suffering from fever.
67. I am very sorry for my mistake.
68. She comes of a rich family.
69. Rama is married to Kamala.
70. He is true to his word.
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71. She is related to me.
72. He was accused of theft.
73. She was annoyed with me.
74. I congratulate you on your success.
75. I always bathe in cold water.
76. He objected to my proposal.
77. I beg of you to forgive me.
78. I am obliged to you for your kindness.
79. He will not hide the truth from her.
80. I sympathise with you in your misfortune.
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81. I am prepared for the worst.
82. I called on her yesterday.
83. I waited for you for an hour.
84. I explained the whole thing to him.
85. I inquired of her about the matter.
86. He is contented with his lot.
87. I was annoyed at her conduct.
88. She is obedient to her parents.
89. He is blind in the right eye.
90. He has a taste for painting.
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91. I listened to what she said.
92. I was accompanied by my sister.
93. We rejoiced at his success.
94. Alcohol is injurious to health.
95. My pen is superior to yours.
96. Attend to what I say.
97. Trust in God.
98. Save me from such friends.
99. Do not lean against the door.
100. He is negligent in his work.
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101. Are you acquainted with her?
102. He has no affection for his parents.
103. He is guilty of theft.
104. This book is useful for the junior boys.
105. A thief broke into his house.
106. We all grieved for her.
107. We were grieved to hear this.
108. We were grieved at the news.
109. He insisted on going there.
110. Has she recovered from her illness?
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111. He is always short of money.
112. They set her house on fire.
113. They robbed him of his money.
114. I presented a silver watch to her.
115. The new king is popular with his subjects.
116. The old mother looks after her children.
117. He is jealous of your fame.
118. He was inquiring after your health.
119. Her face seems to be familiar to me.
120. He proved generous to his friends.
Exercise 1
Fill in the Blanks With Suitable Prepositions:
Question 1. The policeman is ______ duty.
Answer: The policeman is on duty.
Question 2. I met a beggar _______ the way.
Answer: I met a beggar on the way.
Question 3. Father is ______ home.
Answer: Father is at home.
Question 4. I was talking ____ my friend.
Answer: I was talking to my friend.
Question 5. He died _____ plague.
Answer: He died of plague.
Question 6. She is proud ______ her beauty.
Answer: She is proud of her beauty.
Question 7. I was suprised _____ his failure.
Answer: I was suprised at his failure.
Question 8. I congratulate you ____ your success in the examination.
Answer: I congratulate you on your success in the examination.
Question 9. I am not acquainted ______ her.
Answer: I am not acquainted with her.
Question 10. I agree ____ you ____ all points.
Answer: I agree with you on all points.
Question 11. Be kind ______ the poor.
Answer: Be kind to the poor.
Question 12. He is married _____ Tita.
Answer: He is married to Tita.
Question 13. I warned him _____ the danger.
Answer: I warned him about the danger.
Question 14. Beware ______ mad dogs.
Answer: Beware of mad dogs.
Question 15. He is famous _____ his learning.
Answer: He is famous for his learning.
Question 16. He is related ___ me.
Answer: He is related to me.
Question 17. She laughed ____ my face.
Answer: She laughed in my face.
Question 18. I have no taste ______ music.
Answer: I have no taste for music.
Question 19. I am sorry ____ my mistake.
Answer: I am sorry for my mistake.
Question 20. Her face is familiar ______ me.
Answer: Her face is familiar to me.
Question 21. He is always in need ____ money.
Answer: He is always in need of money.
Question 22. She is very fond ______ sweets.
Answer: She is very fond of sweets.
Question 23. This pen differs ______ that.
Answer: This pen differs from that.
Question 24. I prefer milk ____ tea.
Answer: I prefer milk to tea.
Question 25. She agreed ________ my proposal.
Answer: She agreed to my proposal.
Question 26. We deeply sympathised _____ her.
Answer: We deeply sympathised with her.
Question 27. She acted ______ my advice.
Answer: She acted on my advice.
Question 28. The hall was full ____ people.
Answer: The hall was full of people.
Question 29. I am obliged _____ you ____ your kindness.
Answer: I am obliged to you for your kindness.
Question 30. She insisted _______ going there.
Answer: She insisted on going there.
Exercise 2
Fill in the blanks with suitable Prepositions:
Question 1. I left my suitcase ______ the station.
Answer: I left my suitcase at the station.
Question 2. The train is ______ time.
Answer: The train is on time.
Question 3. The train will arrive ______ platform 2.
Answer: The train will arrive at platform 2.
Question 4. Are you going to compete _______ the prize?
Answer: Are you going to compete for the prize?
Question 5. This book is full ____ mistakes.
Answer: This book is full of mistakes.
Question 6. We were glad ______ her success.
Answer: We were glad of her success.
Question 7. His character is different _____ yours
Answer: His character is different from yours
Question 8. I am anxious ____ your health.
Answer: I am anxious about your health.
Question 9. Are you familiar ___ her?
Answer: Are you familiar with her?
Question 10. He was found guilty ____ murder.
Answer: He was found guilty of murder.
Question 11. He parted _______ his children with tears.
Answer: He parted from his children with tears.
Question 12. We waited _____ the rain.
Answer: We waited for the rain.
Question 13. Take care _______ your health.
Answer: Take care of your health.
Question 14. She does not care _______ anyone.
Answer: She does not care for anyone.
Question 15. The dog is faithful ____ his master.
Answer: The dog is faithful to his master.
Question 16. We should be thankful ____ God _____ His gifts.
Answer: We should be thankful to God for His gifts.
Question 17. Don’t listen _____ her.
Answer: Don’t listen to her.
Question 18. The king ruled ____ a vast country.
Answer: The king ruled over a vast country.
Question 19. Talk _____ something else.
Answer: Talk about something else.
Question 20. I will not hide the truth ______ toy.
Answer: I will not hide the truth from toy.
Question 21. I am not afraid ____ death.
Answer: I am not afraid of death.
Question 22. I am preparing _____ the examination.
Answer: I am preparing for the examination.
Question 23. I relied _____ the information you gave me.
Answer: I relied on the information you gave me.
Question 24. We searched _____ the dog everywhere.
Answer: We searched for the dog everywhere.
Question 25. She was angry ______ me for nothing.
Answer: She was angry with me for nothing.
Question 26. He is now free ______ pain.
Answer: He is now free from pain.
Question 27. Health is necessary _____ successful life.
Answer: Health is necessary for a successful life.
Question 28. He is sure ______ success.
Answer: He is sure of success.