PREP027 - Prepositions

Gap-fill exercise

Fill in all the gaps, then press "Check" to check your answers. Use the "Hint" button to get a free letter if an answer is giving you trouble. You can also click on the "[?]" button to get a clue. Note that you will lose points if you ask for hints or clues!

Complete each sentence with the correct preposition .


  1. The truth came when the police started the investigation.
  2. The boys came up a brilliant idea for rasing money.
  3. Ellen is in bed . She has come with the flu.
  4. The antique table dates back the 17th century.
  5. There is great demand fresh products.
  6. Princess Diana died a car accident.
  7. I often dream travelling aborad.
  8. There is a difference being alone and being lonely.
  9. Small children are always dependent their parents.
  10. Jake was disappointed his maths results.
  11. There is no excuse his bad behaviour.
  12. There are many disadvantages smoking.