Exercise and Practice Sheet on Preposition

Exercise and Practice Sheet on Preposition

Arranged by……..
Md. A. Wahab (Rouf)

B. A (Hons), M. A in English

Lecturer

Amdai United Degree College, Sadar, Joypurhat

Contact: 01747336414

1. Complete the text with suitable preposition: 0.5×10=5

1. A good stock (a) —— words is necessary (b) —- anybody who wants to use a language. Vocabulary is an essential components (c) —- successful communication. It is an integral part (d) —– reading skill. While grammar is important, a lack (e) —— vocabulary may result (f) ——- complete failure to convey a massage. Vocabulary includes conceptual knowledge (g) —– words that go well (h) —– an ordinary dictionary meaning. Student’s vocabulary knowledge is a building process that occurs (i) —- time as they tend to make connections (j) —– other words.

2. Once an English and a Bengalee gentleman were travelling (a) ——the same train and they were in the same compartment. The Englishman was very proud (b) ——himself because he was an Englishman. He looked (c) —— upon the Bengalee gentleman who, however, took no notice (d)——-it and went to sleep (e) ——- peace. As soon as the Bengalee gentleman was asleep, the Englishman picked (f) —— the gentleman’s shoes and threw them (g) ——- the window and went to sleep. When the Bengalee gentleman woke up, he looked for his shoes and understood it. Then he took the Englishman’s long coat (h) ——- the wall and-threw it outside the window and returned (i) ——- bed laughingly. Next morning the Englishman became startled and shouted, ‘where’s my coat gone?’ “Your coat has gone to fetch my shoes,” said the gentleman (j) ——- a smile. The Bengalee gentleman was Sir Ashutosh Mukherijee.

3. Greenhouse effect is the gradual warming (a) —– the air surrounding the earth as a result of heat being trapped (b) —- environment pollution. This is exemplified (c) —- the destruction and burning (d) —- of tropical rain forests, (e) —- traffic that clogs (f) —- city streets, (g) —- the rapid growth of industry, the use of chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs). (h) --- Packaging and manufacturing commercial products, the use of detergents like washing (i) — liquids and so (j) —

4. A teacher is an architect (a) ——- a nation. He plays an important role (b) ——- building up and educated nation. He dispels the darkness (c) ——- ignorance (d) ——- the lot of a nation. He is an actor, so to speak. He has to suit his act according (e) ——- the need of his audience which is his class. He is a clear speaker (f) ——- a good, strong and pleasing voice which is (g) ——- his control. He does not sit motionless (h) ——- his class. Everybody has something valuable (i) ——- him. A good teacher discovers the treasure hidden inside each student. He also wants the students happy and for this he keeps them busy. A good teacher never hankers (j) —– money.

5. A good student is never indifferent (a) —- his studies. He always adheres (b)---- his studies. He does not learn things (c) —- rote. He does not hunt (d) —- traditional guide books. Moreover he has great thirst (e) —- knowledge. For this he does not confine himself (f) — the traditional studies. He is always aware (g) —- the current affairs (h) — the world. He abides (i) —- his teachers advice and jots (j) —– their lectures.

6. Flowers are the excellent gift of nature. They have existed (a) ——- the earth (b) ——prehistoric time. Since then they have been treated (c) —– the symbol of beauty. It is an undeniable fact that flowers are used (d) ——- various spheres (e) ——– our life. It is used mostly (f) ——– decoration. People (g) ——– all walks of life use flowers usually (h) ——- national occasion and (i)——– wedding. Everyone prefers flowers (j) —— expressing their love and devotion.

7. The science fair held (a) —- our college paved a new way for us to gather practical knowledge. Many of our friends took part (b) —- the fair (c) —– their projects. We showed genuine interest (d) —– them. Most of the projects were made (e) —— consistent (f) —- the prevailing world situation. They were intended (g) —– acquaint us (h) —- the solutions (i) —– some common problems we are facing specially in regard to the environment we live in. We were sanguine (j) —- achieving success and we really achieved it.

8. During holidays when my mother went to sleep (a) —- noon, we went to the railway line. There, along with other children I watched how the trains passed (b) —- innumerable unknown facts. My father got an appointment (c) —– a town school and he moved (d) — the town immediately with all the members of the family. I was admitted (e) — my father’s school. I felt that my school fellows had no feeling (f) —- one another as we had in the village. However, I have gradually adjusted myself (g) —- town life. I am happy with my new friends but my heart aches (h) — the happy childhood days. Childhood is free (i) — worries and has infinite capacity (j) — enjoyment.

9. The environment plays a vital role (a) —— our life. (b) —— short, what we have (c) —— us including people, houses, air, water etc. is called environment. These are the main elements (d) —— our environment. (e) —– ensuring sound life the balance (f) ——- the nature element is very significant. Sometimes (g) ——- lack of knowledge, we don’t realize the importance (h) —— it. As a result, we are polluting our environment unknowingly. Living (i) —— a polluted environment is undoubtedly a matter (j)—– great regret.

10. I am glad to know that you have stood first (a) —– order (b) —– merit. I knew you would do well (c) —— the examination as you worked hard. So it is rightly said that industry is the key (d) —– success. Very few students can do well in the examination (e) —— dint of merit. It is seen that those who become great (f) —— this mundane world have become so (g) —– hard labor. So you must work hard (h) —– order to do well in all the examination. I pray (i) —– God (j) —– your success.

11. Bayazid’s mother was sleeping (a) —– her bed. He was reading sitting (b) —– her bed. Suddenly she woke (c) ——. She told him to give her a glass (d) —— water. He stood (e) —– from his seat. He went to the jar to fetch water. But there was no water in the jar. The whole locality was (f) —– deep sleep. He went (g) —— of the house and looked (h) —– water but in vain. He remembered the fountain. The fountain was at the other side of the locality. He made (i) —– his mind to go there. He went to the fountain with the jar. He filled the jar (j) —— water and returned home. But he found his mother lost in deep sleep.

12. Cricket is nowadays, popular all (a) —— the world. It is played (b) —– two teams. There are eleven players (c) ——– each team. Two players (d) —– the batting team does batting and one (e) —– the bowlers of the fielding team do bowling. The fans sitting (f) —- the galleries enjoy the match. When the batsman hit the ball making it fly (g) —— the boundary line, he scores six runs. (h) —— the country, when the ball hits the stamps, gets caught (i) —— the fielders or it hits the batter’s leg according (j) —— the rules the batsman loses his wicket.

13. A pious man is absorbed (a) —– meditation, He has firm faith (b) —– the Almightly. He abides (c) ——- the rules (d) —– religion . He is also very simple (e) —— his ways of life. He clings (f) —— his faith. He knows that man is accountable (g) —– the Almighty (h) —— his action. So, he leads his life according (i) —– religion. He is not angry (j) —— anybody.

14. How safe will the buildings (a) —– the city of Dhaka be in the event (b) ——- an earthquake? Experts give no straight answer (c) —— this question, but call (d) —— taking adequate precautions to minimize losses, That Bangladesh lies (e) —– the active earthquake zone is not unknown (f) —– Bangladesh. Alarmed (g) —— the recurrence (h) —— quakes during recent years experts put emphasis (i) ——– the development (j) —— an earthquake resistant building code that all buildings should follow as mandatory.

15. Once two friends were travelling (a) —– a forest. As they came half way, they saw a bear coming (b) ——– them. One of them, climbed (c) ——- a tree. The other did not know how (d) —– climb up a tree. So he lay flat (e) —— the ground. The bear came (f) —– to him. He smelt the man’s body. The bear went (g) —— when the other friend came (h) —— from the tree. He said to the other friend that the bear put his mouth close (i) —- his ear. He wanted to know what the bear whispered (j) —— his ear.

16. A poor man lives (a) —– poverty. He suffers (b) —– hunger. He is destitute of wealth. He is deprived (c) —— the basic need, He does not long (d) —— wealth. He does not hanker (e) —— name and fame. He lives (f) —— honest means. He is satisfied (g) —— what he has. But sometimes he runs (h) —— debt. And poverty is responsible (i) —— this debt. He does not like to depend (j)—— others. However, he is deprived of many things.

17. Sincerity is the root (a) —– success (b) —— all works. One can go a long way if one does anything (c) —– sincerity. The rich are sincere (d) —– their work and they are capable (e) —– making anything a success. The great men are also sincere because they know that sincerity is the key (f) —- success. Those who do not follow the rules (g) ——- sincerity can never go a long way in the world. Sincerity is the secret (h) —– any work because it helps the work to be done properly. If any work in not done properly, one will never get good output (i) —— it. So we should be sincere (j) —– every walk of life.

18. Man has an unquenchable thirst (a) ——- knowledge. He is never satisfied (b) —— what he has known and seen. He wants (c) —– see more. The inventions (d) —– rockets, spaceships and artificial satellites have made it possible (e) —— him (f) —– go far (g) ——- the earth, his home planet. As a result, he has already landed (h) ——– the moon while he has made the whole world a village. A global village (i) —— means of cellular/mobile phone that connects a man to a distant man thousands of miles (j) ——-.

19. 21^st February is a red letter day (a) —— the history of Bangladesh. (b) —— this day in 1952 (c)---- half a dozen of young souls sacrificed their lives (d) —— making Bangla one of the state languages (e) —— Pakistan. But the blood spilt was not (f) —— vain. In 1956 the first constitution (g) —— Pakistan recognized this demand. This day had been observed (h) —— Shaheed Dibosh in Bangladesh (i) —— 1999. But now (j) —— many other international days, 21^st February is observed as the International Mother Language Day.

20. The man who is used (a) ——work hard is sure (b) —— success. He is not tried (c) —— hard work. He sticks (d) —— his principles. He does not submit (e) —— his fate. He knows that industry is the key (f) —— success. He does not rely (g) —— other. He has respect (h) —— the elders. Nothing can prevent him (i) —— hard work. He is free (j) —— greed.

21. Corruption is a curse (a)----- a nation. It is a great hindrance (b) —— development. (c) —— corrupted people, a nation will surely sink (d) —— oblivion. Corrupted people are hated by all. The common people have no respect (e) —— them. They are devoid (f) —— honesty. They stick (g) —— their evil activities. They do not abide (h) —— the social rules. Morality does not have any effect (i) —— them. They bring nothing for the nation. It is high time we stood (j) ----them.

22. A pious man has firm faith (a) —— Allah. He believes (b) ----the saying of the holy prophet. He is not addicted (c) ----any evil. Rather he is devoted (d) —— good deeds. He always thinks (e) —— others welfare. He is not harmful (f) —— anyone. He mixes (g) —— all. He leads his life according (h) —— the rules of religion. He values religion (i) —— everything. He is very conscious (j) —— his duties.

23. Health is wealth. We should get up early (a)----- the morning. As morning air is beneficial (b)----- health, we should care (c)---- its benefits. Otherwise, we will be bereft (d)----- much benefits. On the other hand, we should be devoted (e)------religion and keep faith (f)---- Allah as He is the owner of it. Religion helps someone to keep himself (g)------ from the things injurious (h)----- our health. It also prevents us (i) ---- smoking. So, we should not be ignorant (j)---- our own religion.

24. It is undeniable that today the role (a) ----- women is changing. They are no longer confined (b) -----the four walls (c) -----their house. They have come (d) ----- of their cocoons and are working side (e)- ----- side (f) ---- men (g) -----all the development activities. They are competing (h) -----man and have proved their worth. They are contributing much (i) ------the economy (j) ----- our country.

25. The low income people (a) ----- Bangladesh are severely affected (b) ----- blockade and hartal because most auto-rickshaws and tempos do not operate (c) ----- hartal/blockade days. Almost all earnings (d) ----- drivers and helpers are forgone. Some vehicles operate (e) ----- some personal risk (f) ----- drivers and helpers but earnings are considerably lower than normal. (g) ----- continuous hartal/blockade the garment factories are more likely (h) ----- close down (i) ----- which casual workers are retrenched and not paid. Small entrepreneurs like hawkers and vendors are badly affected (j) ----- hartal and political unrest.

26. Syed Shamsul Haq, a legendary litterateur was born in Kurigram (a)..... 1935. He received the Bangla Academy Award (b).... the age of twenty nine. It is noteworthy that he was the youngest (c)....all who got the Bangla Academy Award. He was awarded the Swadhinata Padak in 2000 (d)... his contributions (e)…..Bangla literature. His literary works are included (f).....the curricula of secondary, higher secondary and graduation level (g)--Bangladesh. Syed Shamsul Haq was married (h)....Anwara Syed Haq who is a member (i)....the Royal College of psychiatrists in London. This renowned intellectual passed away (j)....27 September in 2016 at the age of 81.

27. I caught sight (a)---- him while crossing the road. I tried to talk (b)----him. But he was (c) -----a hurry. He was one (d)----my best friends. Both of us studied (e)----the same School. I had an intimacy (f) ---- him. Both of us got separated (g)---- each other after the completion (h)---- SSC examination. Though my heart bleeds (i) ---- him. I hardly meet (j) ---- him . this is the go of the world.

28. Some people get pleasure (a) ---- reading books. Reading books is a good habit. The pleasure (b) ---- reading books is different (c)---- the pleasure of hearing songs. Books are our best companion (d)----life. Reading books keeps us free (e) -----tension and, anxiety. It gives relief (f) ----- a while (g) ---- our monotonous life. So, all (h) ----- us should develop the habit (i) ---- reading books (j)----- pleasure.

29. The ship sailed out (a)----the icy waters (b)---- another sea. Day after day the sailors stayed (c) ---- that silent sea. It was like a painted ship (d) ----- a painted ocean. There was no cloud in the sky to guard them (e) ---- the burning sun. The other sailors were very angry (f) ---- the old man. They blamed him (g) ---- their sufferings. So they hung the dead albatross (h) ----- his neck. They were filled (i) ---- fear and there was not a breath (j) ----wind.

30. I object (a) ---- your proposal because this kind of ideas originates (b) ---- evil motives. We should remember that we must not be prey (c) ---- greed. We should be plunged (d)---- deep study. Although people are oblivious (e) ---- the past, they remember the evil things. We have to be mindful (f) ---- our studies and avoid merging (g) ---- bad boys. I was moved (h) ---- the pathetic condition of the freedom fighters who once fought (i) ---- our country. We should mourn (j) ---- the fallen.

31. We want happiness (a) ----life. No one wants to live an unhappy life. But happiness depends greatly (b) --- our activities and attitude (c) ---- life. If we are dishonest and do evil activities, we will never be able to lead a happy life. Again, if we always hanker (d) ----- money or wealth, happiness will never be our company. (e) ---- the other hand, those who are honest, pious and satisfied (f) ----what they have can enjoy happiness. Honest people never suffer (g) ---- anxiety or fear while dishonest people remain (h) ---- great fear and anxiety. Pious people always live (i) ----incessant peace. They are not afraid (j) ---- anything. And those who are not covetous for money or wealth can enjoy pure happiness.

32. A Bonsai container has holes (a)----the bottom which are covered (b)----small nets so that the soil does not flow out (c)---- the water. The plant is then taken out (d) ---- its original pot and one-third (e) ---- its root is cut off. It is then tied (f) ---- the bottom (g) ---- the pot with the help of wires. Soil is then spread (h)----it to cover the container, but (i) ---- an inch of the root is allowed to stay (j) ---- the soil to enhance beauty.

33. Man is fond (a) ---- turning back from the present to the past again and again. Nothing is more pleasant (b) ----him than memories of his childhood. Whenever I am sick of the present, I try to get relief (c) ---- the past day of my childhood. A man cannot remember everything that happened in his childhood. But certain events are stored in the subconscious mind. They sometimes peep (d) ---- mind's eye. My playground was the bank of the mighty Teesta. In all the seasons this river had great attraction (e) ---- me. Whenever I was not (f) ---- home, I could be found (g) ----its bank. There would be other children also (h) ---- me. We used to row on the river, jump (i) -----it and swim (j) ---it.

34. As a peace-loving and democratic country, the Government of Bangladesh has been undertaking welfare and development activities (a) ----line (b) ---- the United Nations. Bangladesh has signed the UN Declaration (c)- ---the Second Decade (d)---- the Disabled (e) ---- Asia and the Pacific Region. Along (f) ---- other governments (g) ---- this region, Bangladesh is committed to implement the charter and declaration (h) ----- the United Nations. There is also provision (i)----the constitution of Bangladesh for ensuring health care education and employment (j) ---- the disabled.

35. I recollect (a) ---- joy the day on which I passed (b) ---- of the village school. It was a day of great felicitation (c) ---- me. I was equally happy (d) ---- the day when I was being led (e) ---- father to get myself admitted (f) ---- the best High School of the neighbouring town. I felt so happy at the very prospect of such a change (g) ----the village to the town that for the whole preceding night I could not sleep (h) ----- of excitement. And early next morning, I got (i) ---- , dressed myself and was ready (j)----start.

36. Ours is a riverine country. Rivers are literature, everywhere (a) ---- our life economy and culture. But are the rivers (b) ---- good shape? Unfortunately they are not. A few are already dead and several are going (c) ----- the pangs of death. The river Buriganga is an example (d)----- a dying river. A report published in “The Daily Sun” describes what has happened (e) ----- the river Buriganga and why. Its water is polluted and a perpetual stench fills the air (f) ---- it. The report says that the river had a glorious past. Once it was a tributary (g)---- the Ganges and flowed (h)---- the Bay of Bengal (i) ---- the river Dhaleswari. Gradually, it lost its link (j)---- the Ganges and a dying river.

37.Badal lived (a)....a village of Bangladesh. He was a school boy. There was a canal (b).... his way (c)..... school. An old bridge was (d)..... that canal. It was useful to one and all of the villagers. Yet none cared (e).....- its repair. So one day it broke (f).....and caused a good deal (g) ---- hardship to the villagers. They were (h) --- difficulty. They could not go to the town (i) ---- the other side of the canal to sell their fruits and vegetables profitably. They sold their production (j) ---- local market at a normal price.

38. It would be impossible (a) ---- us to continue living in this world if each of us knew exactly what fate had (b) ---- store for us. So, Allah in His mercy conceals the future (c) ---- all His creatures, and reveals only the present. He hides from the animals what men know, and so He hides from men what the angels know For example, if a lamb had reason (d) ---- a man, it could not gamble happily knowing it was destined to be killed (e)---- human food. But being quite ignorant (f) ---- its fate, it is happy to the last moment of its short life contentedly grazing (g) ---- the flowery meadow, and even in its innocence licks the hands (h) ---- the butcher who is about to slaughter it. What a blessing it is that we are ignorant (i) ---- the future! Allah, to whom the death of a sparrow is of equal importance with the death of a hero, has, in His mercy, thus limited our knowledge so that we might fulfill our duty in the sphere (j) ---- which He has appointed us.

39. We got our freedom (a) ---- the sacrifice of hundreds and thousands (b) ---- lives. The patriots (c)---- our land fought (d)----the oppression of the West Pakistani rulers. Finally, the oppressors were bound to surrender (e)---- our freedom fighters. But a great number (f) ----the sons of the land died (g) ---- the war. Soon (h) ---- the war, the government (i)----Bangladesh founded the National Memorial (j)----memory of the martyrs.

40. Dear Kothona, Your letter is (a)---hand. Today I'll let you know (b) ---- a new teacher (c)-our college. He is a man (d) ---Kushtia. He is appointed (e) the post of a lecturer (f) ---- English. He looks fair and smart. He has attracted us (g) ---- his sweet and pleasing voice. His gesture, posture and movement in the class are (h)---- those (i) ---- an actor. Frankly speaking, we needed such a teacher. Come and see us as early as possible. Compliments (j) ----- yours parents. Wishing you all the success.

Yours ever

Kolpona

41. Newspaper is the people’s parliament. It contains the news and views (a) ---- what happiness (b) ---- the world. The newspaper plays a vital role (c) ---- modern civilization. We must have the habit (d) ---- reading newspaper daily. It helps us (e) ---- acquiring knowledge which is essential (f) ---- our education. Nobody can keep contact (g) ------ the outside world (h) ----- reading newspaper. So, we must have touch (i) ----- the newspaper (j) ---- enriching our knowledge.

42. Mr. Rahim was born (a) ---- poor parents. He grew (b)-----in the midst of poverty, His father was burdened (c)------- a big family. His family consisted (d) ----- eight members. However he did not yield (e) ----- fate. Even he did not bow (f) -------poverty. He was capable (g) ---- hard work. He did not borrow money (h) ---- anybody. So he did not run (i) ---- debts. He believed (j) ----- the saying that fortune favours the brave.

43. Adulteration is the act (a) ---- making any commodity impure (b) ---- admixture of other cheap ingredients which are detrimental (c) ---- health. The impact of food adulteration (d) ----- public health is very dreadful and dangerous. (e) ---- having adulterated food and drinks, consumers suffer (f) ---- various complex diseases (g)-----diarrhoea, dysentery etc. It is also a form (h) ----- slow poisoning leading the consumers (i) ----- the valley of death and decay. It even does not leave those dishonest industrialists and businessmen who are weaving this inhuman net (j) ----- corruption.

44. A keen desire (a) ----go somewhere and dig (b) ----the hidden treasure, suddenly came (c)---- Tom one day. He started to look (d)----a companion for this purpose but did not find any (e)----his friends. In the end he went (f)---- see Huckleberry and told him (g)----his plan. Huckleberry liked his plan and assured him (h-----his assistance. According to Tom's idea the treasure might be hidden either (i)---- old dead trees or under the floor in haunted houses. So they started digging such place daily (j)--- midnight but did not find anything.

45. Gender discrimination (a) -----Bangladesh begins (b) ----birth. Most parents want (c) ---- have children so that they can, when they are older, supplement their family income and/or help (d)----the domestic work. In the existing socio-economic set-up male children are best suited (e) ----- this purpose. So girls are born (f) ---- an unwelcome world. However, they are assigned, rather confined (g)---- domestic chores. Some (h) ----- these girls may be at school. But all their work domestic or academic stops as soon as they are married (i) ----which is the prime concern (j) ---- the parents about their daughter.

46. Drug is a great problem (a)----our country. Many young boys and girls are addicted (b) ---- drugs while they would have been devoted (c)----their study. Drugs lead us (d)----death. Moreover it is very costly. So the addicts are committing crimes (e)----search of money. Our civil society is blind (f)---- this social problem. They can play an important role (g)---- this regard. The Govt. should take necessary steps (h) ----drug trafficking. Moreover we should be conscious (i) ----its bad affects. Otherwise our all hopes will go (j)----vain

47. Most (a)----the road accidents are due (b)---- the drivers' regardlessness (c)----traffic rules. Every year hundreds (d)----accidents take place (e)---- the result (f)----loss of many valuable lives and of the miserable existence (g)----countless injured persons. In order (h)---- avoid such accidents the government and the people (i)----general must be aware (j)---- respective duties.

48. The great ship, Titanic sailed (a)----New York (b)---- Southampton (c)----April 10, 1912. The ship was carrying 1316 passengers and a crew (d)----891. At that time she was the largest ship and was regarded (e) ----unsinkable. The tragic sinking (f)---- this great ship will always be remembered because she went down (g)----her first voyage (h)----heavy loss (i)---- life which was (j)----imagination.

49. I was there (a)----autumn. I wanted quite isolation to do some troublesome writing. I wanted mountain air to blow (b)----malaria. I was homesick too (c)----the flaming (d)---- maples and (e)----corn shocks, pumpkins and black walnut trees. I found them all living (f) ----- a cabin that belonged (g)----the orphanage. There I become acquainted (h) ---- a boy named Jerry. He was a boy ( i)---- 12 years old and had been (j)-----the orphanage since he was four.

50. Parents have desire (a) ---- bright future (b)---- their children. They are ready to do anything which may be congenial (c) ---- the success (d)---- their children. Every success (e)---- their children makes them happy and they become sanguine (f)---- their bright future. But then the children do not pay heed (g)---- the suggestions (h)----- their parents and fall to move forward as the parents want, all their hopes end (i) ---- smoke, so children must be cautious (j)---- it.

Answer Sheet on Preposition

Arranged by……..
Md. A. Wahab (Rouf)

B. A (Hons), M. A in English

Lecturer

Amdai United Degree College, Sadar, Joypurhat

Contact: 01747336414

1. Complete the text with suitable preposition: 0.5×10=5

1. A good stock (a) of- words is necessary (b) for- anybody who wants to use a language. Vocabulary is an essential components (c) for- successful communication. It is an integral part (d) of- reading skill. While grammar is important, a lack (e) of- vocabulary may result (f) in- complete failure to convey a massage. Vocabulary includes conceptual knowledge (g) about- words that go well (h) beyond- an ordinary dictionary meaning. Student’s vocabulary knowledge is a building process that occurs (i) in- time as they tend to make connections (j) with- other words.

2. Once an English and a Bengalee gentleman were travelling (a) by- the same train and they were in the same compartment. The Englishman was very proud (b) of- himself because he was an Englishman. He looked (c) down- upon the Bengalee gentleman who, however, took no notice (d)of - it and went to sleep (e) in - peace. As soon as the Bengalee gentleman was asleep, the Englishman picked (f) up- the gentleman’s shoes and threw them (g) outside/out of - the window and went to sleep. When the Bengalee gentleman woke up, he looked for his shoes and understood it. Then he took the Englishman’s long coat (h) off- the wall and-threw it outside the window and returned (i) to- bed laughingly. Next morning the Englishman became startled and shouted, ‘where’s my coat gone?’ “Your coat has gone to fetch my shoes,” said the gentleman (j) with- a smile. The Bengalee gentleman was Sir Ashutosh Mukherijee.

3. Greenhouse effect is the gradual warming (a) of- the air surrounding the earth as a result of heat being trapped (b) by- environment pollution. This is exemplified (c) by- the destruction and burning (d) down- of tropical rain forests, (e) by- traffic that clogs (f) up- city streets, (g) by- the rapid growth of industry, the use of chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs). (h) in- Packaging and manufacturing commercial products, the use of detergents like washing (i) up- liquids and so (j) on.-

4. A teacher is an architect (a) of- a nation. He plays an important role (b) in- building up and educated nation. He dispels the darkness (c) of- ignorance (d) from- the lot of a nation. He is an actor, so to speak. He has to suit his act according (e) to - the need of his audience which is his class. He is a clear speaker (f) with- a good, strong and pleasing voice which is (g) under - his control. He does not sit motionless (h) before- his class. Everybody has something valuable (i) inside/in - him. A good teacher discovers the treasure hidden inside each student. He also wants the students happy and for this he keeps them busy. A good teacher never hankers (j) after- money.

5. A good student is never indifferent (a) to- his studies. He always adheres (b)to- his studies. He does not learn things (c) by- rote. He does not hunt (d) for- traditional guide books. Moreover he has great thirst (e) for- knowledge. For this he does not confine himself (f) to- the traditional studies. He is always aware (g) of- the current affairs (h) of- the world. He abides (i) by- his teachers advice and jots (j) down- their lectures.

6. Flowers are the excellent gift of nature. They have existed (a) on- the earth (b) from- prehistoric time. Since then they have been treated (c) as- the symbol of beauty. It is an undeniable fact that flowers are used (d) in- various spheres (e) of- our life. It is used mostly (f) for- decoration. People (g) of- all walks of life use flowers usually (h) on- national occasion and (i) on- wedding. Everyone prefers flowers (j) for- expressing their love and devotion.

7. The science fair held (a) in- our college paved a new way for us to gather practical knowledge. Many of our friends took part (b) in- the fair (c) with- their projects. We showed genuine interest (d) in- them. Most of the projects were made (e) in- consistent (f) with- the prevailing world situation. They were intended (g) to- acquaint us (h) with- the solutions (i) to- some common problems we are facing specially in regard to the environment we live in. We were sanguine (j) of- achieving success and we really achieved it.

8. During holidays when my mother went to sleep (a) at- noon, we went to the railway line. There, along with other children I watched how the trains passed (b) through- innumerable unknown facts. My father got an appointment (c) in- a town school and he moved (d) to- the town immediately with all the members of the family. I was admitted (e) to- my father’s school. I felt that my school fellows had no feeling (f) for- one another as we had in the village. However, I have gradually adjusted myself (g) to- town life. I am happy with my new friends but my heart aches (h) for- the happy childhood days. Childhood is free (i) from- worries and has infinite capacity (j) for- enjoyment.

9. The environment plays a vital role (a) in- our life. (b) In- short, what we have (c) around- us including people, houses, air, water etc. is called environment. These are the main elements (d) of - our environment. (e) For - ensuring sound life the balance (f) of- the nature element is very significant. Sometimes (g) for- lack of knowledge, we don’t realize the importance (h) of- it. As a result, we are polluting our environment unknowingly. Living (i) in- a polluted environment is undoubtedly a matter (j) of- great regret.

10. I am glad to know that you have stood first (a) in- order (b) of- merit. I knew you would do well (c) in- the examination as you worked hard. So it is rightly said that industry is the key (d) to- success. Very few students can do well in the examination (e) by - dint of merit. It is seen that those who become great (f) in- this mundane world have become so (g) by- hard labor. So you must work hard (h) in- order to do well in all the examination. I pray (i) to- God (j) for- your success.

11. Bayazid’s mother was sleeping (a) on- her bed. He was reading sitting (b) by/ beside- her bed. Suddenly she woke (c) up-. She told him to give her a glass (d) of- water. He stood (e) up- from his seat. He went to the jar fetch water. But there was no water in the jar. The whole locality was (f) in- deep sleep. He went (g) out- of the house and looked (h) for- water but in vain. He remembered the fountain. The fountain was at the other side of the locality. He made (i) up- his mind to go there. He went to the fountain with the jar. He filled the jar (j) with- water and returned home. But he found his mother lost in deep sleep.

12. Cricket is nowadays, popular all (a) over- the world. It is played (b) between- two teams. There are eleven players (c) in- each team. Two players (d) of- the batting team does batting and one (e) of- the bowlers of the fielding team do bowling. The fans sitting (f) in/on- the galleries enjoy the match. When the batsman hit the ball making it fly (g) over- the boundary line, he scores six runs. (h) On- the country, when the ball hits the stamps, gets caught (i) by- the fielders or it hits the batter’s leg according (j) to- the rules the batsman loses his wicket.

13. A pious man is absorbed (a) in- meditation; He has firm faith (b) in- the Almightly. He abides (c) by- the rules (d) of- religion. He is also very simple (e) in- his ways of life. He clings (f) to- his faith. He knows that man is accountable (g) to- the Almighty (h) for- his action. So, he leads his life according (i) to- religion. He is not angry. (j) with- anybody.

14. How safe will the buildings (a) of- the city of Dhaka be in the event (b) of- an earthquake? Experts give no straight answer (c) to- this question, but call (d) for- taking adequate precautions to minimize losses, That Bangladesh lies (e) in- the active earthquake zone is not unknown (f) to- Bangladesh. Alarmed (g) by- the recurrence (h) of - quakes during recent years experts put emphasis (i) on- the development (j) of- an earthquake resistant building code that all buildings should follow as mandatory.

15. Once two friends were travelling (a) through- a forest. As they came half way, they saw a bear coming (b) towards- them. One of them, climbed (c) up- a tree. The other did not know how (d) to- climb up a tree. So he lay flat (e) on- the ground. The bear came (f) near/up- to him. He smelt the man’s body. The bear went (g) away- when the other friend came (h) down- from the tree. He said to the other friend that the bear put his mouth close (i) to- his ear. He wanted to know what the bear whispered (j) into - his ear.

16. A poor man lives (a) amidst/in- poverty. He suffers (b) from- hunger. He is destitute of wealth. He is deprived (c) of- the basic need, He does not long (d) for- wealth. He does not hanker (e) after- name and fame. He lives (f) by- honest means. He is satisfied (g) with- what he has. But sometimes he runs (h) into- debt. And poverty is responsible (i) for- this debt. He does not like to depend (j) on- others. However, he is deprived of many things.

17. Sincerity is the root (a) of- success (b) in- all works. One can go a long way if one does anything (c) with- sincerity. The rich are sincere (d) to- their work and they are capable (e) of- making anything a success. The great men are also sincere because they know that sincerity is the key (f) to - success. Those who do not follow the rules (g) of- sincerity can never go a long way in the world. Sincerity is the secret (h) of- any work because it helps the work to be done properly. If any work in not done properly, one will never get good output (i) from- it. So we should be sincere (j) in- every walk of life.

18. Man has an unquenchable thirst (a) for- knowledge. He is never satisfied (b) with- what he has known and seen. He wants (c) to- see more. The inventions (d) of- rockets, spaceships and artificial satellites have made it possible (e) for- him (f) to- go far (g) from- the earth, his home planet. As a result, he has already landed (h) on- the moon while he has made the whole world a village. A global village (i) by- means of cellular/mobile phone that connects a man to a distant man thousands of miles (j) away -.

19. 21^st February is a red letter day (a) in- the history of Bangladesh. (b) On- this day in 1952 (c) about - half a dozen of young souls sacrificed their lives (d) for- making Bangla one of the state languages (e) of- Pakistan. But the blood spilt was not (f) in - vain. In 1956 the first constitution (g) of - Pakistan recognized this demand. This day had been observed (h) as- Shaheed Dibosh in Bangladesh (i) till- 1999. But now (j) like- many other international days, 21^st February is observed as the International Mother Language Day.

20. The man who is used (a) to- work hard is sure (b) of /to - success. He is not tried (c) of- hard work. He sticks (d) to- his principles. He does not submit (e) to- his fate. He knows that industry is the key (f) to- success. He does not rely (g) on - other. He has respect (h) for- the elders. Nothing can prevent him (i) from- hard work. He is free (j) from- greed.

21. Corruption is a curse (a) for - a nation. It is a great hindrance (b) to- development. (c) For- corrupted people, a nation will surely sink (d) into- oblivion. Corrupted people are hated by all. The common people have no respect (e) for- them. They are devoid (f) of- honesty. They stick (g) to- their evil activities. They do not abide (h) by- the social rules. Morality does not have any effect (i) on- them. They bring nothing for the nation. It is high time we stood (j) against - them.

22. A pious man has firm faith (a) in- Allah. He believes (b) in - the saying of the holy prophet. He is not addicted (c) to - any evil. Rather he is devoted (d) to- good deeds. He always thinks (e) for- others welfare. He is not harmful (f) for/to- anyone. He mixes (g) with- all. He leads his life according (h) to- the rules of religion. He values religion (i) above- everything. He is very conscious (j) of - his duties.

23. Health is wealth. We should get up early (a) In- the morning. As morning air is beneficial (b)to- health, we should care (c)for- its benefits. Otherwise, we will be bereft (d)of- much benefits. On the other hand, we should be devoted (e)to-religion and keep faith (f)in- Allah as He is the owner of it. Religion helps someone to keep himself (g) away- from the things injurious (h)to- our health. It also prevents us (i)from- smoking. So, we should not be ignorant (j)of/about- our own religion.

24. It is undeniable that today the role (a) of- women is changing. They are no longer confined (b) within - the four walls (c) of-their house. They have come (d) out- of their cocoons and are working side (e) by- side (f) with- men (g) in- all the development activities. They are competing (h) with- man and have proved their worth. They are contributing much (i) to-the economy (j) of- our country.

25. The low income people (a) of- Bangladesh are severely affected (b) by- blockade and hartal because most auto-rickshaws and tempos do not operate (c) on/ during- hartal/blockade days. Almost all earnings (d) of- drivers and helpers are forgone. Some vehicles operate (e) with- some personal risk (f) of- drivers and helpers but earnings are considerably lower than normal. (g) During- continuous hartal/blockade the garment factories are more likely (h) to- close down (i) in- which casual workers are retrenched and not paid. Small entrepreneurs like hawkers and vendors are badly affected (j) by- hartal and political unrest.

26. Syed Shamsul Haq, a legendary litterateur was born in Kurigram (a)in- 1935. He received the Bangla Academy Award (b)at- the age of twenty nine. It is noteworthy that he was the youngest (c)of- all who got the Bangla Academy Award. He was awarded the Swadhinata Padak in 2000 (d)for- his contributions (e)in/to- Bangla literature. His literary works are included (f)in- the curricula of secondary, higher secondary and graduation level (g)of- Bangladesh. Syed Shamsul Haq was married (h)to- Anwara Syed Haq who is a member (i)of- the Royal College of psychiatrists in London. This renowned intellectual passed away (j)on....27 September in 2016 at the age of 81.

27. I caught sight (a)of---- him while crossing the road. I tried to talk (b)to/with----him. But he was (c) in-----a hurry. He was one (d)of----my best friends. Both of us studied (e) at/in----the same School. I had an intimacy (f) with---- him. Both of us got separated (g) from---- each other after the completion (h)of ---- SSC examination. Though my heart bleeds (i) for---- him. I hardly meet (j) with---- him . this is the go of the world.

28. Some people get pleasure (a) from---- reading books. Reading books is a good habit. The pleasure (b) of---- reading books is different (c) from---- the pleasure of hearing songs. Books are our best companion (d) in ----life. Reading books keeps us free (e) from-----tension and, anxiety. It gives relief (f) for----- a while (g) from---- our monotonous life. So, all (h) of----- us should develop the habit (i) of---- reading books (j) for----- pleasure.

29. The ship sailed out (a) from----the icy waters (b)to---- another sea. Day after day the sailors stayed (c) in---- that silent sea. It was like a painted ship (d) in/ upon----- a painted ocean. There was no cloud in the sky to guard them (e) against/ from---- the burning sun. The other sailors were very angry (f) with---- the old man. They blamed him (g) for---- their sufferings. So they hung the dead albatross (h) round----- his neck. They were filled (i) with---- fear and there was not a breath (j) of----wind.

30. I object (a)to -- your proposal because this kind of ideas originates (b) from---- evil motives. We should remember that we must not be prey (c) to ---- greed. We should be plunged (d) into---- deep study. Although people are oblivious (e) of---- the past, they remember the evil things. We have to be mindful (f) to ---- our studies and avoid merging (g) with---- bad boys. I was moved (h) by---- the pathetic condition of the freedom fighters who once fought (i) for---- our country. We should mourn (j) over---- the fallen.

31. We want happiness (a) in----life. No one wants to live an unhappy life. But happiness depends greatly (b)on --- our activities and attitude (c) to---- life. If we are dishonest and do evil activities, we will never be able to lead a happy life. Again, if we always hanker (d) after----- money or wealth, happiness will never be our company. (e) On---- the other hand, those who are honest, pious and satisfied (f) with----what they have can enjoy happiness. Honest people never suffer (g) from---- anxiety or fear while dishonest people remain (h) in---- great fear and anxiety. Pious people always live (i) in----incessant peace. They are not afraid (j) of---- anything. And those who are not covetous for money or wealth can enjoy pure happiness.

32. A Bonsai container has holes (a)at----the bottom which are covered (b)with----small nets so that the soil does not flow out (c)with---- the water. The plant is then taken out (d) of---- its original pot and one-third (e) of---- its root is cut off. It is then tied (f) to---- the bottom (g) of---- the pot with the help of wires. Soil is then spread (h)over----it to cover the container, but (i) about---- an inch of the root is allowed to stay (j)above ---- the soil to enhance beauty.

33. Man is fond (a) of---- turning back from the present to the past again and again. Nothing is more pleasant (b) to----him than memories of his childhood. Whenever I am sick of the present, I try to get relief (c) from---- the past day of my childhood. A man cannot remember everything that happened in his childhood. But certain events are stored in the subconscious mind. They sometimes peep (d) through---- mind's eye. My playground was the bank of the mighty Teesta. In all the seasons this river had great attraction (e) for---- me. Whenever I was not (f) at---- home, I could be found (g) on----its bank. There would be other children also (h) with---- me. We used to row on the river, jump (i) into-----it and swim (j) in---it.

34. As a peace-loving and democratic country, the Government of Bangladesh has been undertaking welfare and development activities (a)in ----line (b) with---- the United Nations. Bangladesh has signed the UN Declaration (c)on- ---the Second Decade (d)of---- the Disabled (e)in ---- Asia and the Pacific Region. Along (f)with ---- other governments (g)of ---- this region, Bangladesh is committed to implement the charter and declaration (h)of ----- the United Nations. There is also provision (i)in----the constitution of Bangladesh for ensuring health care education and employment (j)for ---- the disabled.

35. I recollect (a) with---- joy the day on which I passed (b) out---- of the village school. It was a day of great felicitation (c) for---- me. I was equally happy (d) on---- the day when I was being led (e) by---- father to get myself admitted (f) into---- the best High School of the neighbouring town. I felt so happy at the very prospect of such a change (g) from----the village to the town that for the whole preceding night I could not sleep (h) out----- of excitement. And early next morning, I got (i) up---- , dressed myself and was ready (j)to----start

36. Ours is a riverine country. Rivers are literature, everywhere (a) in---- our life economy and culture. But are the rivers (b) in---- good shape? Unfortunately they are not. A few are already dead and several are going (c) through----- the pangs of death. The river Buriganga is an example (d) of----- a dying river. A report published in “The Daily Sun” describes what has happened (e) to----- the river Buriganga and why. Its water is polluted and a perpetual stench fills the air (f) around--- it. The report says that the river had a glorious past. Once it was a tributary (g) of---- the Ganges and flowed (h) into---- the Bay of Bengal (i) through---- the river Dhaleswari. Gradually, it lost its link (j) with---- the Ganges and a dying river.

37.Badal lived (a)in....a village of Bangladesh. He was a school boy. There was a canal (b)on.... his way (c)to..... school. An old bridge was (d)over..... that canal. It was useful to one and all of the villagers. Yet none cared (e)for..... its repair. So one day it broke (f)down.....and caused a good deal (g) of---- hardship to the villagers. They were (h) in--- difficulty. They could not go to the town (i)on ---- the other side of the canal to sell their fruits and vegetables profitably. They sold their production (j)in ---- local market at a normal price.

38. It would be impossible (a) for---- us to continue living in this world if each of us knew exactly what fate had (b) in---- store for us. So, Allah in His mercy conceals the future (c) of/from---- all His creatures, and reveals only the present. He hides from the animals what men know, and so He hides from men what the angels know For example, if a lamb had reason (d) for/with/like/as---- a man, it could not gamble happily knowing it was destined to be killed (e) for/as---- human food. But being quite ignorant (f) of/about---- its fate, it is happy to the last moment of its short life contentedly grazing (g) in/on/at---- the flowery meadow, and even in its innocence licks the hands (h) of/ about---- the butcher who is about to slaughter it. What a blessing it is that we are ignorant (i)of ---- the future! Allah, to whom the death of a sparrow is of equal importance with the death of a hero, has, in His mercy, thus limited our knowledge so that we might fulfill our duty in the sphere (j) for/ about---- which He has appointed us.

39. We got our freedom (a) at/for---- the sacrifice of hundreds and thousands (b) of ---- lives. The patriots (c) of---- our land fought (d) against----the oppression of the West Pakistani rulers. Finally, the oppressors were bound to surrender (e) to---- our freedom fighters. But a great number (f)of----the sons of the land died (g) in/during---- the war. Soon (h) after---- the war, the government (i) of----Bangladesh founded the National Memorial (j) in----memory of the martyrs

40. Dear Kothona, Your letter is (a) to---hand. Today I'll let you know (b) about---- a new teacher (c) of----our college. He is a man (d) from---Kushtia. He is appointed (e) to---- the post of a lecturer (f) in---- English. He looks fair and smart. He has attracted us (g) with---- his sweet and pleasing voice. His gesture, posture and movement in the class are (h) of---- those (i) of---- an actor. Frankly speaking, we needed such a teacher. Come and see us as early as possible. Compliments (j) to ----- yours parents. Wishing you all the success. Yours ever Kolpona

41. Newspaper is the people’s parliament. It contains the news and views (a) of---- what happiness (b) in---- the world. The newspaper plays a vital role (c) in---- modern civilization. We must have the habit (d) of---- reading newspaper daily. It helps us (e)in ---- acquiring knowledge which is essential (f) for---- our education. Nobody can keep contact (g) with------ the outside world (h)without ----- reading newspaper. So, we must have touch (i) with----- the newspaper (j) for---- enriching our knowledge.

42. Mr. Rahim was born (a) of---- poor parents. He grew (b)up-----in the midst of poverty, His father was burdened (c)with------- a big family. His family consisted (d) of----- eight members. However he did not yield (e) to----- fate. Even he did not bow (f) to-------poverty. He was capable (g) of---- hard work. He did not borrow money (h) from---- anybody. So he did not run (i) into---- debts. He believed (j) in----- the saying that fortune favours the brave.

43. Adulteration is the act (a) of---- making any commodity impure (b) with---- admixture of other cheap ingredients which are detrimental (c) to---- health. The impact of food adulteration (d) on----- public health is very dreadful and dangerous. (e) By---- having adulterated food and drinks, consumers suffer (f) from---- various complex diseases (g)like-----diarrhoea, dysentery etc. It is also a form (h) of----- slow poisoning leading the consumers (i) to----- the valley of death and decay. It even does not leave those dishonest industrialists and businessmen who are weaving this inhuman net (j) of----- corruption.

44. A keen desire (a) to----go somewhere and dig (b) out----the hidden treasure, suddenly came (c) across---- Tom one day. He started to look (d)for----a companion for this purpose but did not find any (e)of----his friends. In the end he went (f)to---- see Huckleberry and told him (g)about----his plan. Huckleberry liked his plan and assured him (h)of-----his assistance. According to Tom's idea the treasure might be hidden either (i)under---- old dead trees or under the floor in haunted houses. So they started digging such place daily (j)at--- midnight but did not find anything.

45. Gender discrimination (a)in -----Bangladesh begins (b) at----birth. Most parents want (c) to---- have children so that they can, when they are older, supplement their family income and/or help (d)with----the domestic work. In the existing socio-economic set-up male children are best suited (e) for----- this purpose. So girls are born (f) to---- an unwelcome world. However, they are assigned, rather confined (g)to---- domestic chores. Some (h) of----- these girls may be at school. But all their work domestic or academic stops as soon as they are married (i) off----which is the prime concern (j) of---- the parents about their daughter.

46. Drug is a great problem (a)of/in----our country. Many young boys and girls are addicted (b) to---- drugs while they would have been devoted (c)to----their study. Drugs lead us (d)to----death. Moreover it is very costly. So the addicts are committing crimes (e)in----search of money. Our civil society is blind (f)to---- this social problem. They can play an important role (g)in---- this regard. The Govt. should take necessary steps (h) against----drug trafficking. Moreover we should be conscious (i)of/about ----its bad affects. Otherwise our all hopes will go (j)in----vain.

47. Most (a)of----the road accidents are due (b)to---- the drivers' regardlessness (c)about----traffic rules. Every year hundreds (d)of----accidents take place (e)with---- the result (f)of----loss of many valuable lives and of the miserable existence (g)of----countless injured persons. In order (h)to---- avoid such accidents the government and the people (i)in----general must be aware (j)of---- respective duties.

48. The great ship, Titanic sailed (a)for----New York (b)from---- Southampton (c)on----April 10, 1912. The ship was carrying 1316 passengers and a crew (d)of----891. At that time she was the largest ship and was regarded (e) as----unsinkable. The tragic sinking (f)of---- this great ship will always be remembered because she went down (g)on----her first voyage (h)with----heavy loss (i)of---- life which was (j)beyond----imagination.

49. I was there (a)in----autumn. I wanted quite isolation to do some troublesome writing. I wanted mountain air to blow (b)out----malaria. I was homesick too (c)for----the flaming (d)of---- maples and (e)for----corn shocks, pumpkins and black walnut trees. I found them all living (f)in ----- a cabin that belonged (g)to----the orphanage. There I become acquainted (h) with---- a boy named Jerry. He was a boy ( i)of---- 12 years old and had been (j)at/in-----the orphanage since he was four.

50. Parents have desire (a) for---- bright future (b)of---- their children. They are ready to do anything which may be congenial (c) to---- the success (d)of---- their children. Every success (e)of---- their children makes them happy and they become sanguine (f)about---- their bright future. But then the children do not pay heed (g)to---- the suggestions (h)of----- their parents and fall to move forward as the parents want, all their hopes end (i)in ---- smoke, so children must be cautious (j)about--- it.

Answer Sheet on Preposition

1. (a) of (b) for (c) for (d) of (e) of(f) in (g) about(h) beyond(i) in (j) with

2. (a) by (b) of (c) down (d)of (e) in (f) up (g) outside/out of (h) off (i) to (j) with

3. (a) of(b) by (c) by (d) down (e) by (f) up (g) by (h) in (i) up (j) on

4. (a) of(b) in (c) of (d) from (e) to (f) with (g) under (h) before (i) inside/in (j) after

5. (a) to(b)to(c) by (d) for (e) for (f) to (g) of (h) of (i) by(j) down

6. (a) on (b) from (c) as (d) in (e) of (f) for (g) of (h) on (i) on (j) for

7. (a) in (b) in (c) with (d) in (e) in (f) with (g) to (h) with (i) to (j) of

8. (a) at(b) through (c) in (d) to (e) to (f) for (g) to (h) for (i) from (j) for

9. (a) in. (b) In (c) around (d) of (e) For (f) of (g) for (h) of (i) in (j) of

10.(a) in- order (b) of (c) in (d) to(e) by (f) in (g) byh) in (i) to (j) for

11.(a) on (b) by/ beside (c) up (d) of (e) up (f) in (g) out (h) for(i) up (j) with

12.(a) over (b) between (c) in (d) of (e) of (f) in/on (g) over (h) On (i) by (j) to

13.(a) in (b) in (c) by (d) of(e) in (f) to (g) to (h) for (i) to(j) with

14.(a) of (b) of (c) to (d) for (e) in (f) to (g) by (h) of (i) on (j) of

15. (a) through (b) towards (c) up (d) to (e) on (f) near/up(g) away (h) down (i) to (j) into

16. (a) amidst/in- (b) from(c) of (d) for (e) after (f) by (g) with(h) into (i) for(j) on

17. (a) of (b) in-(c) with (d) to (e) of (f) to (g) of (h) of (i) from (j) in

18.(a) for (b) with (c) to (d) of (e) for- (f) to (g) from (h) on (i) by (j) away

19. (a) in- (b) On-(c) about (d) for- (e) of- (f) in (g) of (h) as (i) till- (j) like

20.(a) to-(b) of /to -(c) of- (d) to- (e) to-(f) to-(g) on (h) for (i) from (j) from

21.(a) for (b) to-(c) For-(d) into-(e) for (f) of-(g) to-(h) by-(i) on (j) (j) against

22.(a) in-(b) in (c) to (d) to (e) for (f) for/to (g) with- (h) to-(i) above-(j) of

23.(a) In-(b)to (c)for (d)of (e)to- (f)in (g) away (h)to (i)from (j)of/about

24.(a) of (b) within (c) of (d) out (e) by (f) with (g) in (h) with (i) to- (j) of

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26.(a)in- (b)at- (c)of- (d)for-(e)in/to-(f)in (g)of- (h)to- (i)of (j)on

27.(a)of (b)to/with (c) in (d)of (e) at/in- (f) with (g) from (h)of (i) for- (j) with

28.(a) from (b) of (c) from (d)in (e) from (f) for (g) from (h) of- (i) of (j) for

29. (a) from (b)to (c) in (d) in/ upon (e) against/ from (f) with (g) for (h) round (i) with (j) of

30. (a)to (b) from (c) to (d) into- (e) of- (f) to (g) with (h) by (i) for (j) over

31.(a) in (b)on - attitude (c) to (d) after. (e) On- (f) with (g) from- (h) in (i) in (j) of

32.(a)at (b)with (c)with (d) of (e) of (f) to (g) of (h)over (i) (j)above

33.(a) of (b) to- (c) from (d) through (e) for (f) at (g) on (h) with- (i) into (j) in

34. (a)in (b)with (c)on (d)of (e)in (f)with (g)of (h)of (i)in (j)for

35. (a) with- (b) out (c) for- (d) on (e) by- (f) into- (g) from- (h) out- (i) up (j)to

36.(a) in (b) in- (c) through- (d) of (e) to (f) around- (g) of (h) into (i) through- (j) with

37. (a)in (b)on (c)to..(d)over (e)for (f)down (g) of (h) in (i)on (j)in

38.(a) for (b) in (c) of/from (d) for/with/like/as (e) for/as (f) of/about (g) in/on/at- (h) of/ about- (i)of (j) for/ about

39.(a) at/for (b) of (c) of (d) against (e) to (f)of (g) in/during- (h) after (i) of-(j) in

40.(a) to- (b) about (c) of (d) from (e) to (f) in (g) with (h) of (i) of- (j) to

41. (a) of (b) in- (c) in (d) of-(e)in (f) for-(g) with (h)without (i) with (j) for

42.(a) of (b)up- (c)with- (d) of (e) to--(f) to (g) of (h)from-(i) into- (j) in

43.(a) of-(b) with-(c) to (d) on- (e) By- (f) from-(g)like- (h) of (i) to (j) of

44.(a) to- (b) out- (c) across-d)for (e)of- (f)to- (g)about (h)of- (i)under (j)at

45.(a)in (b) at (c) to (d)with (e) for (f) to (g)to (h) of (i) off (j) of

46.(a)of/in (b) to (c)to (d)to (e)in (f)to (g)in (h) against (i)of/about j)in

47.(a)of (b)to (c)about (d)of (e)with (f)of (g)of (h)to (i)in (j)of

48.(a)for (b)from (c)on (d)of (e) as (f)of (g)on (h)with (i)of (j)beyond

49.(a)in (b)out (c)for (d)of (e)for (f)in (g)to (h) with ( i)of (j)at/in

50.(a) for (b)of (c) to (d)of (e)of (f)about (g)to (h)of (i)in (j)about

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