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Gerund and Preposition Use Quiz

Complete the sentences by using a preposition and the words in parentheses. Remember that verbs should be put into the gerund form as they follow a preposition.

  1. Jack decided on chicken instead (order/steak).
  2. I'm interested (watch/film) by Alfred Hitchcock.
  3. He apologized (be/late).
  4. I certainly can't blame you (not/want) to come.
  5. She's thinking (study/England).
  6. We are really very excited (hike/Andes) this coming summer.
  7. Katherine isn't really used (walk/work).
  8. We thanked them (drive/us/home) after the football game.
  9. Could you please tell me who is responsible (accept/applications)?
  10. I'm sure she has a good reason (not/be/here).
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