Question

Fill in the gaps with the correct prepositions. 1) Australia is known... its large kangaroo population. 2) She was astonished.. the poor ratings of the movie. 3) The teacher was very pleased his students' answers. 4) It's strange you to change your mind like that. 5) Alice is devoted .. her family. 6) To be honest, I was amazed the news, I didn't expect it. 7) Mike wasn't keen going to the cinema. 8) I became tired... studying all night long. 9) It's hard not to be bored long lectures. 10) Spain is associated.. corrida. 11) How many students were absent... classes today? 12) Is being good languages an advantage when you look for a job?​

Answer 1

1. for

2. by

3. with

4. that(?)

5. to

6. by

7. to/on

8. of

9. with/of

10. with

11. from

12. at

Answer 2

1. Australia is known for its large kangaroo population.
2. She was astonished by the poor ratings of the movie.
3. The teacher was very pleased with his students' answers.
4. It's strange for you to change your mind like that.
5. Alice is devoted to her family.
6. To be honest, I was amazed by the news; I didn't expect it.
7. Mike wasn't keen on going to the cinema.
8. I became tired from studying all night long.
9. It's hard not to be bored during long lectures.
10. Spain is associated with corrida.
11. How many students were absent from classes today?
12. Is being good at languages an advantage when you look for a job?