A preposition is a word that normally comes before a noun, a pronoun or else a gerund. The word which comes after the preposition is known as the object of the preposition. It actually expresses the relationship between its object and one more word or idea in the sentence. The following exercises will help you to understand about the concepts of preposition more clearly.
Exercise 1: Miscellaneous Exercises for SSC, Banking Competitive Examinations
Fill in the blanks with the appropriate prepositions:
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#1. I normally draw pictures ____ a sharp pencil.
#2. Vikash plays cricket only ____ pleasure at this age.
#3. The dog was barking ____ the stranger.
#4. You should think properly ____ you speak to people.
#5. The paddy fields are ____ the road.
#6. The little boy was hiding ____ the curtain and when mamma went there, he quickly shouted to frighten her.
#7. I could hear rustle ____ papers ____ night.
#8. The loudspeaker made the announcement that the train will arrive ____ 10 pm
#9. We kept our feet ____ the water for relaxation.
#10. There are several mangoes ____ the tree.
#11. Alka sat ____ to me in the theatre.
#12. Just rush as the doctor is ____ the clinic now.
#13. Mamma divided noodles ____ Ritika, Babli and me.
#14. By holding sandals in her left hand, Sheetal walked ____ the river
#15. The green reptile stuck ____ the pink wall.
#16. Rekha sat ____ to me in the garden and played Ludo with me.
#17. The water pancake stall was visible ____ the mall.
#18. The local shop is famous ____ sweet and sour toffees.
#19. The running train finally halted ____ the station.
#20. Sanjana wore the diamond ring ____ her ring finger.
Exercise 2: Exam Prep: SSC, Banking Exercises
Fill in the blanks with the appropriate prepositions: