English as 2nd Language

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English as 2nd Language

Prepositional Phrases Quiz - 4

Improve your knowledge of some of the most important and common combinations of prepositions used in English. These phrases are in standard usage and can not be altered. They are used to connect, explain and show the relationship between ideas and things. Each short phrase is used once. Click on the arrow to check your answer.

at the latest
at short notice
under control
for ages
at a profit / loss
by far
from bad to worse
under her thumb
by heart
for a change
at most
by the time
at last
for instance

There are many things you can do to get in shape. , you can go to the local gym.
he finishes the projections, we'll have done the necessary research to complete the project.
She's very pleased that they were able to sell their house .
The situation is horrible here. Things are going .
He's been living in Italy .
You can trust John to have everything .
Those customers are the most demanding we've ever had.
Unfortunately, I might have to leave for Boston .
, you're just going to have to try and get along with your new boss.
It'll cost $500 .
I think we'll go to the mountains this year .
They learned all their lines for the play .
They should arrive by six o'clock .
You've arrived !