Complete the sentences with the correct preposition.
EXAMPLE:
The advantage *** having a car is that you don’t have to rely on public transport.
ANSWER:
of
Correct:
Incorrect:
There are some differences between British and American English.
Everything can be explained. There’s a reason for everything.
If I give you the camera, can you take a photograph of me?
Money isn’t the solution to every problem.
There has been an increase in the amount of traffic using this road.
When I opened the envelope, I was delighted to find a cheque for 500 pounds.
The advantage of having a car is that you don’t have to rely on public transport.
There are many advantages in being able to speak a foreign language. (*to* is also possible but don’t use it)
When Paul left home, his attitude towards his parents seemed to change. (*to* is also possible but don’t use it)
Bill and I used to be good friends but I don’t have much contact with him now.
There has been a sharp rise in the cost of living in the past few years.
I’m sorry I haven’t written to you for so long. The reason for this is that I’ve been ill.
What was Emma’s reaction to the news?
Ken showed me a photograph of the house where he lived as a child.
The company has rejected the workers’ demands for a rise pay.
What was the answer to question 3 in the test?
The fact that Jane was offered a job has no connection with the fact that her cousin is the managing director.