Introduction

Prepositions are a vital component of English grammar that serve as the glue connecting words, phrases, and ideas. Their proper usage can elevate your language skills, making communication clear and effective. Whether you’re a student aiming to excel in exams, an aspiring creative writer, or someone keen on content creation, mastering prepositions is essential for precise expression and polished writing.

At BNC Academy, we emphasize the importance of regular grammar practice. Our courses are designed to nurture your skills and ensure you have the confidence to use grammar effectively in real-life situations. Practicing prepositions through mock tests, like this one, enhances your ability to construct meaningful sentences and boosts your overall language proficiency.

For exam aspirants, regular practice is the key to success. Prepositions often appear in competitive exams, testing your understanding of their correct usage. For creative writers and content creators, prepositions are crucial in crafting engaging and grammatically correct content. Learning grammar sharpens your technical language skills and helps you express your ideas fluently and professionally.

By practicing these tests, you’ll develop:

1. A deeper understanding of prepositions and their usage.
2. Confidence in both written and spoken communication.
3. Enhanced skills for exams, writing, and daily interactions.

So, dive into this Prepositions Mock Test by BNC Academy Courses and take the next step toward becoming a grammar pro!

Practice Questions on Prepositions

1. Choose the correct preposition to complete the sentence:
1. The book is lying ___ the table.
a) on
b) in
c) at
d) by

2. She arrived ___ the airport just in time.
a) on
b) at
c) to
d) in

3. He has been living ___ London for five years.
a) on
b) at
c) in
d) to

4. The kids are playing ___ the park.
a) on
b) in
c) at
d) over

5. She was standing ___ the bus stop when I saw her.
a) in
b) at
c) on
d) under

6. The train will leave ___ five minutes.
a) at
b) in
c) on
d) by

7. Please put the plates ___ the cupboard.
a) into
b) in
c) on
d) at

8. The cat is hiding ___ the bed.
a) over
b) under
c) between
d) on

9. There is a bridge ___ the river.
a) in
b) over
c) by
d) at

10. She prefers tea ___ coffee.
a) than
b) with
c) to
d) over

11. The meeting will take place ___ Monday morning.
a) on
b) at
c) in
d) by

12. He graduated ___ a degree in engineering.
a) with
b) from
c) on
d) in

13. The keys are ___ the drawer.
a) in
b) at
c) over
d) by

14. They were waiting ___ the bus when it started to rain.
a) for
b) at
c) on
d) by

15. She is excellent ___ math.
a) at
b) in
c) on
d) with

16. The teacher is angry ___ the students for being late.
a) with
b) at
c) on
d) in

17. He is afraid ___ the dark.
a) with
b) of
c) in
d) at

18. The house is ___ the corner of the street.
a) in
b) at
c) on
d) by

19. She is good ___ painting.
a) in
b) at
c) on
d) with

20. I am looking forward ___ meeting you.
a) to
b) in
c) at
d) for

21. There is a painting hanging ___ the wall.
a) on
b) in
c) at
d) by

22. He is suffering ___ a severe cold.
a) from
b) with
c) of
d) at

23. The store is open ___ 9 AM to 8 PM.
a) between
b) from
c) by
d) in

24. She borrowed the book ___ the library.
a) from
b) at
c) in
d) with

25. He sat ___ the chair for hours.
a) on
b) in
c) at
d) over

26. She arrived ___ the meeting late.
a) at
b) in
c) to
d) on

27. The plane is flying ___ the clouds.
a) in
b) through
c) over
d) between

28. He is responsible ___ the project.
a) for
b) in
c) at
d) by

29. The students are sitting ___ rows.
a) in
b) on
c) at
d) by

30. He put his wallet ___ his pocket.
a) in
b) on
c) into
d) at

31. They are walking ___ the street.
a) across
b) in
c) by
d) on

32. She apologized ___ her mistake.
a) for
b) on
c) in
d) by

33. The boy jumped ___ the pool.
a) in
b) into
c) on
d) over

34. He is married ___ a famous actress.
a) with
b) to
c) by
d) at

35. The train will arrive ___ platform 5.
a) at
b) on
c) in
d) to

36. The child ran ___ his mother when he saw her.
a) to
b) at
c) in
d) by

37. He agreed ___ my proposal.
a) to
b) with
c) on
d) for

38. She was absent ___ the meeting.
a) in
b) from
c) at
d) to

39. There is a park ___ the school.
a) beside
b) at
c) to
d) by

40. They moved ___ a new city last month.
a) in
b) to
c) at
d) for

41. The students are working ___ the project together.
a) in
b) on
c) at
d) by

42. The clock is hanging ___ the door.
a) on
b) above
c) under
d) in

43. She is interested ___ learning new languages.
a) with
b) in
c) on
d) at

44. The book was written ___ a famous author.
a) by
b) in
c) with
d) at

45. The hotel is located ___ the sea.
a) at
b) by
c) near
d) on

46. He divided the cake ___ six pieces.
a) into
b) in
c) on
d) at

47. The picture was taken ___ the morning.
a) at
b) on
c) in
d) by

48. The children are going ___ a picnic tomorrow.
a) for
b) to
c) on
d) at

49. The pen is ___ the table.
a) in
b) on
c) over
d) at

50. I couldn’t decide ___ the two options.
a) between
b) in
c) among
d) with

Congratulations on completing the Prepositions Mock Test! 🎉 Practicing these questions is a great step toward mastering prepositions and enhancing your grammar skills. But don’t stop here—there’s so much more to explore!

To take your understanding to the next level, check out our detailed blog post on prepositions, where we provide:

• An in-depth explanation of prepositions in both English and Telugu, making it easy to grasp the concepts in your preferred language.
• A key to all the questions (password: 12345) from this test and explanations for each answer.
• Comprehensive notes to help you master prepositions and use them effectively in your writing and speaking.

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