Preposition Quiz
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Put parentheses ( ) around each prepositional phrase in the sentences
below. Underline the preposition once and its object twice. Hint:
Some sentences have more than one prepositional phrase.
1. It is too hot to sit on the porch during the heat of the
afternoon.
2. From her bedroom window, she could see the storm coming towards
town.
3. The recipe for the chocolate cake was in the cookbook.
4. The men traveled the same boring route every day on the way to
their jobs.
5. According to the professor, this will be an easy class.
6. I plan to do well in this class in spite of Dr. Collier's
reputation.
7. They found the perfect spot beside the lake for their picnic.
8. Jim located the water leak underneath the sink.
9. I will do everything within my power to help you be successful.
10. The boys in the band will be going to the party after the concert.
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