Dependent Preposition

Exercises
1. She is interested in all types of music, but fanatical about jazz.

2. We are almost totally dependen on the weather.
3. The film is loosely based on the book.
4. The government have set up a group to enquire into airport accidents.
5. She has been doing research on cancer for twenty years.
6. Although he paints, he is most famous for his poetry.
7. I could never get accustomed to the cold weather.
8. I got so totally absorbed in/by the film, I forgot the cake!
9. We have been flooded with requests to show the programme again.
10. He is capable of turning the company’s fortunes around.
11. His views are reminiscent of the old Labour Party.
12. The bicycle was tied to the roof of the car.
13. Nobody is certain of/about the future but some are convinced of the
past.
14. She was suspicious of his motives from the start.
15. They are protesting against the funding cutbacks.
16. I am content with the progress she has made.
17. I am amazed at/by the progress she has made.
18. I am concerned about/by her poor progress.
19. His name is linked to/with the club.
20. I am involved in/with several pressure groups.
21. What time did you arrive at the hotel?
22. He has a reputation for arriving early.
23. She was blamed for the accident.
24. Everybody blamed the accident on her.
25. Don’t forget to ask for a receipt when you leave.
26. I congratulated Sue and Tim on their decision to get married.
27. The meal consisted of seven courses.
28. The course leader should provide you with the necessary resources.
29. How much money do you spend on food every week?
30. Everybody is laughing at my new haircut!
31. The team entered at the stadium.
32. What time do we arrive in Paris?
33. We reach to Paris at 7pm.
34. Maria is really good at volleyball.
35. She is also really good with kids.
36. We finally arrived in home midnight.
37. I am totally satisfied with the new car.
38. Everyone gets a bit bored by football after a while.
39. I was fed up with the lecture after two minutes.
40. I’m tired of asking the same questions.
41. The witness was asked to cooperate with the tribunal.
42. Read the contract before you enter into an agreement.
43. I am very grateful for you for all you have done.
44. She reminds me to someone.
45. Don’t be so strict with the children.
46. The key to success in not to reveal all your business secrets.
47. I am strict on punctuality though.
48. Her father discouraged her from becoming a doctor.
49. She reluctantly agreed to his demands and signed.
50. The country is composed of four islands.
51. I agree with your opinion on that.
52. I am surprised by your reaction to that idea.
53. I can concentrate on my work better if I have music.
54. What are your views on the new hunting laws?
55. Sometimes there are no advantages of being Young.
56. John suffers from regular headaches.
57. He was charged of multiple crimes.
58. They were prevented from seeing her.
59. I’m keen on tennis.
60. And I’m enthusiastic about most sport.
61. But I am dead by fox hunting.
62. I look forward to meeting you next week.
63. Most people have a passion for something or someone.
64. This reflects my love about all things Oriental.
65. Some people are obsessed with their weight.
66. The story revolves around two couples.
67. Have you forgiven me for what I said?
68. I’m not accusing anyone of anything.
69. Thank you for letting us use your apartment.
70. I prefer city life to country life.
71. They have a reputation de being fair and impartial.
72. I don’t object to you smoking here.
73. As a youth he rebelled against his parents.
74. They tried to force me to becoming a member of the scouts.
75. After the marketing campaign they could barely cope with the consumer
demand.
76. We will persist in our efforts to make contact with the hostages.
77. The team had not reckoned on such strong opposition.
78. The proposal was good but lacking in details.
79. Her enthusiasm for horses dates about to childhood.
80. I could not focus on the road during my driving test.
81. The pleaded with me to go with them.
82. Some people are allergic to nuts.
83. Some people suffer from asthma.
84. We are seeking to a new strategic analyst for our team.
85. Eventually she will be recognized for her achievements.
86. We are about to embark of the journey of a lifetime.
87. He is adept at a range of skills.
88. He was familiar with the author but not knowledgeable in depth about him.
89. I’m experienced in all aspects of computer technology.
90. Her answers were appropriate to the question asked.
91. The next of kin have been informed of the death.
92. Will you keep me up to date with developments?
93. We succeeded in persuading her to leave the house.
94. I’m not acquainted with the new system.
95. Investigating to the crimes will take some time.
96. Freedom from fear is a basic tenet of the UN charter of human rights.
97. There’s a strong tendency to increased saving at the moment.
98. The child was always angry with his brother.
99. Some people are totally dedicated to their work.
100. I became so lost in the book that Ii forgot the time.
101. Would you like to participate in the debate?
102. Subject to the committee’s approval, the mission will go ahead in the
summer.
103. After weighing for all the options we decided to plump in the first desing.
104. I am not used at to speaking in public.
105. Through camouflage some animals blend in to their natural surroundings.
106. One of the laws of evolution says that species adapt to environmental
changes.
107. Some groups active in the province want it to secede from the country.
108. The incident provided the impetus to change in the organization.
109. The court has jurisdiction on the whole territory.
110. Both parties vowed not to hinder in the peace process.
111. The accused declared that he had no credible motive for revenge and
denied the Charges.
112. Are you acquainted with Mr Smith?
113. At 7 pm Professor X will lecture on the history of the region.
114. The memoir gives vital insights into the character of the actor.
115. This information is relevant for anyone travelling to the region.
116. The prisoners were deprived of their basic human rights.
117. She is responsible for the whole operation.
CORRELATE
A. MATCH:
1. Add (6) a) in
2. Agree (5) b) with
3. Apologize (3) c) for
4. Laugh (1) d) to
5. Argue (2) e) with/about
6. Believe (8) f) a
7. Concentrate (7) g) on
8. Smile (4) h) at
B. MATCH
1. According (6) a) at
2. Afraid (1) b) to
3. Anxious (4) c) with
4. Pleased (3) d) about
5. Safe (8) e) from
6. Good (2) f) of
7. Fed (5) g) from
8. Different (7) h) up with

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1. She is interested in all types of music, but fanatical about jazz.

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