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Category: Exercises on preposition for HSC
Preposition Exercises
May 26, 2024 Abdullah
1. Complete the text with suitable prepositions. [Dhaka Board-2019]

Mr Reza works (a)—a clerk in a local school. He is poor but honest. His honesty is known (b)—
everyone in his locality. He often suffers (c)—hunger. He is deprived (d)— comfort and many
other things. Nevertheless, he does not long (e)—wealth. He never hankers (f)— name and
fame. He leads his life (g)— satisfied (h)— what he has. But sometimes he runs into debt and
poverty is responsible his (i)—this debt. However, he does not like to depend (j)—others.

Answer: (a) as; (b) to; (c) from; (d) of; (e) for; (f) after; (g) by; (h) with; (i) for; (j) on.

2. [Rajshahi Board-2019] When the sun was setting (a)—the treetops, the jailor came (b)—the
room of Socrates to bid him prepare (c)—death. In those days, people were sentenced to death
by giving a cup (d)—poison in Athens. Socrates knew this and he nodded (e)— the jailor.
Bursting (f)—tears the jailor went out of the room and returned (g)—a cup of hemlock. Socrates
lifted the cup to his lips. His pupils tried to keep back their tears but soon the room was filled (h)
—the sound of weeping. With the cup of poison hand, Socrates said, “What is the strange
sound? I have heard that a man should die (j)—peace. So be silent and have patience.

Answer: (a) behind/under/over; (b) to/into/inside; (c) for; (d) of; (e) to/at; (f) into; (g) with; (h) with:
(i) in; (j) in.

3. [Dinajpur Board-2019] A craftwork in an applied form (a)—art, a social and cultural product
reflecting the inclusive nature (b)—folk imagination. A craftwork, which usually doesn’t bear the
signature of its maker, retains a personal touch. When we look (c)—a thirty-year-old
nakshikantha, we wonder (d)—its motifs and designs that point (e)— the artistic ingenuity and
the presence of the maker (f)—it. The fact that we don’t know her name or any other details (g)
—her doesn’t take anything (h)—from our appreciation (i)—the artist. Indeed, the intimate
nature ((j)—the kantha and the tactile feeling in it generates animate the work and make it very
inviting.
Answer: (a) of; (b) of; (c) at; (d) at; (e) to; (f in/of; (g) about/of; (h) away; (i) of; (j) of.

4. [Jashore Board-2019] Patriotism is the quality inherent (a)—a man. This is why, he feels a
natural attachment (b)—his native land. Love (c)— motherland is necessary for the betterment
of a nation. The people who are patriotic are noted (d)—their patriotism. They are different (e)—
other people. Their contribution does not sink (f)—oblivion. They are worthy (g)—praise. They
lay down their lives for the good of the country. They are not unaware (h)—their status in
society. They are celebrated (i)—their patriotism. They should not be looked down (j)—in any
way.

Answer: (a) in; (b) to; (c) for; (d) for; (e) from; (f) into; (g) of; (h) of; (i) for; (j) upon.

5. [Cumilla Board-2019] Preposition connects all types (a)—words together and supports them
make better sense (b)—the readers. They help us to understand the relationship (c)—objects.
(d)— example, the book and the table (e)—the kitchen. This ensures you a basic
understanding. If we add another preposition, it makes it even clearer. This book is (f)—top of
the table (g)— the kitchen. We have a clear picture (h)—our mind (i)—the relation of those two
objects and their relationship (j)—each other.

Answer: (a) of; (b) to/for; (c) among/with; (d) For; (e) in/inside; (f) on; (g) in; (h) in; (i) about; (j)
with /between.

6. [Chattogram Board-2019] What are the qualities of a good student? A good student is always
attentive (a)—his studies. He is never indifferent (b)— his studies. He does not learn things (c)
—note. He is always curious and innovative. He does not hunt only (d)—traditional guide books.
His thirst (e)—knowledge knows on bounds. He does not confine himself (f)—the traditional
studies. He is aware (g)—the current affairs (h)—the world. He listens (i)— his teachers and
abides (j)—their advice.

Answer: (a) to; (b) to; (C) from; (d) for; (e) for; (f) to; (g) of; (h) of; (1) to; (j) by.

7. [Sylhet Board-2019] Luna’s cat was missing. So she started looking around (a)—it. She
opened her closet and looked (b)— Then she went to the bedroom crawling (c)—the floor to
look (d) the bed. The cat was not there. In fact, it was nowhere inside the house. Therefore,
Luma decided to go (e)— to look for it. Just as she was (f)—to open the door, the doorbell rang.
It was her neighbour, Mrs Haq, “Look, Luna! Your cat is (g)— the sunshade!” said Mrs Haq
pointing (h)—a tall building opposite (i)—her house. Luna smiled and thanked her friendly
neighbour, saying that (j)—her help she would not be able to find out her cat.
Answer: (a) for; (b) into; (c) on; (d) under; (e) out; (f) about; (g) on/under; (h) at/towards; (i) to; (j)
without.

8. [Barishal Board-2019] The old grey-bearded sailor sat (a)—a stone (b)—the church. The
sailor watched the people walking (c)—him. The marriage guest listened (d)—him. He had a
strange mad look (e)— his eyes. The old man told him (f)—his last journey (g)—the sea. They
had sailed away (h)—the south (i)—they arrived (j)-cold grey seas.

Answer: (a) on; (b) outside/ near/ behind/ by/ beside/before; (c) past/to/towards/by; (d) to; (e) in;
(f) about/of; (g) on/in; (h) to/towards; (i) until/till; (j) in/at.

9. [Board Question-2018 (Ka Set)] Trees are very useful (a)— protect the rich topsoil (c)—
getting washed away (d)—rainwater and floods. We can see trees being grown along the
mountain slopes (e)—the roadsides (f)—the parks and gardens. They add beauty (g)—our lives.
They provide us (h)—food, wood, shade, shelter and so on. They take (i)—carbon-di-oxide and
produce oxygen. So we should take care (j)—trees.

Answer: (a) to; (b) for; (c) from; (d) by; (e) by; (f) in; (g) to; (h) with; (i) in; (j) of.

10. [Board Question-2018 (Kha Set)] Do you have any idea (a)—a cyber cafe? It’s a place
teeming (b)— information. It’s a network (c)—all networks. It is a place (d)—computers (e)—
which customers can use the internet and send e-mails and so on. A cybercafe is closely
associated (f)— internet communication system. A customer sitting (g) – the cafe can
communicate (h) – people (i) -the world. In fact, a cyber cafe is not prejudicial (j)-our
development.

Answer: (a) of/about; (b) with; (c) of; (d) of/with; (e) in/at/by/through; (f) with; (g) in/at; (h) with; (i)
around/ across/of/through/at; () to.

11. [Dhaka Board-2017] The environment plays an important role (a)—our life. (b)— short, what
we have (c)— us including people, houses, air, water etc. is called environment. These are the
main elements (d)—our environment. (e)— ensuing sound life the balance (f) — the natural
elements is very significant. Sometimes (g)— lack of knowledge, we don’t realise the
importance (h)— it. As a result, we are polluting our environment unknowingly. Living (i)—- a
polluted environment is undoubtedly a matter (j)—great man.

Answer: (a) in; (b) In; (c) around; (d) of; (e) For; (f) among/of; (g) for; (h) of; (i) in; (j) of.

12. [Rajshahi Board-2017] Ours is a riverine country. Rivers are everywhere (a)—our life-
literature, economy and culture. But are the rivers (b)—good shape? Unfortunately, they are not.
A few are already dead and several are going (c)— the pangs of death. The river Buriganga is
an example (d) – a dying river. A report published in The Daily Sun describes what has
happened (e)—the river Buriganga and why. Its water is polluted and a perpetual stench fills the
air. (f)—it. The report says that the river had a glorious past. Once it was a tributary (g)—the
Ganges and flowed (h)—the Bay of Bengal (i)—the river Dhaleswari. Gradually, it lost its link (j)
—the Ganges and got the name Buriganga.

Answer: (a) in; (b) in; (c) through; (d) of; (e) to; (f) around; (g) of; (h) into; (i) through; (j) with.

13. [Dinajpur Board-2017] Badal lived (a)—a village of Bangladesh. He was a schoolboy. There
was a canal (b)—his way (c)— school. An old bridge was (d)—that canal. It was useful to one
and all of the villagers. Yet none cared (e)— its repair. So one day it broke (f)—and caused a
good deal (g)hardship to the villagers. They were (h)—difficulty. They could not go to the town
(i)—the other side of the canal to sell their fruits and vegetables profitably. They sold their
production (j)—local market at a nominal price.

Answer: (a) in/at; (b) on; (c) to/towards; (d) over; (e) about; (f) down; (g) of; (h) in; (i) on; (j) in/at.

14. [Jashore Board-2017] It would be impossible (a)— us to continue living in this world if each
of us knew exactly what fate had (b)—store for us. So, Allah in His mercy conceals the future (c)
—all His creatures and reveals only the present. He hides from the animals what men know,
and He hides from men what the angels know. For example, if a lamb had a reason (d)—a man,
it could not gamble happily knowing it was destined to be killed (e)—human food. But being
quite ignorant (f)—its fate, it is happy to the last moment of its short life contentedly grazing (g)
—the flowery meadow, and even in its innocence licks the hands (h)—the butcher who is about
to slaughter it. What a blessing it is that we are ignorant (i) – the future! Allah, to whom the
death of a sparrow is of equal importance with the death of a hero, has, in His mercy, thus
limited our knowledge so that we might fulfil our duty in the sphere! (j)—which has appointed us.

Answer: (a) for; (b) in; (c) of/from; (d) like/for/with/as; (e) for/as; (f) of/about; (g) in/on/at; (h)
of/about; (i) of/about; (j) of.

15. [Board Question-2018 (Ka Set)] Trees are very useful (a)— protect the rich topsoil (c)—
getting washed away (d)—rainwater and floods. We can see trees being grown along the
mountain slopes (e)—the roadsides (f)—the parks and gardens. They add beauty (g)—our lives.
They provide us (h)—food, wood, shade, shelter and so on. They take (i)—carbon-di-oxide and
produce oxygen. So we should take care (j)—trees.

Answer: (a) to; (b) for; (c) from; (d) by; (e) by; (f) in; (g) to; (h) with; (i) in; (j) of.

16. [Board Question-2018 (Kha Set)] Do you have any idea (a)—a cyber cafe? It’s a place
teeming (b)— information. It’s a network (c)—all networks. It is a place (d)—computers (e)—
which customers can use the internet and send e-mails and so on. A cybercafe is closely
associated (f)— internet communication system. A customer sitting (g) – the cafe can
communicate (h) – people (i) -the world. In fact, a cyber cafe is not prejudicial (j)-our
development.

Answer: (a) of/about; (b) with; (c) of; (d) of/with; (e) in/at/by/through; (f) with; (g) in/at; (h) with; (i)
around/ across/of/through/at; () to.

17. [Dhaka Board-2017] The environment plays an important role (a)—our life. (b)— short, what
we have (c)— us including people, houses, air, water etc. is called environment. These are the
main elements (d)—our environment. (e)— ensuing sound life the balance (f) — the natural
elements is very significant. Sometimes (g)— lack of knowledge, we don’t realise the
importance (h)— it. As a result, we are polluting our environment unknowingly. Living (i)—- a
polluted environment is undoubtedly a matter (j)—great man.

Answer: (a) in; (b) In; (c) around; (d) of; (e) For; (f) among/of; (g) for; (h) of; (i) in; (j) of.

18. [Rajshahi Board-2017] Ours is a riverine country. Rivers are everywhere (a)—our life-
literature, economy and culture. But are the rivers (b)—good shape? Unfortunately, they are not.
A few are already dead and several are going (c)— the pangs of death. The river Buriganga is
an example (d) – a dying river. A report published in The Daily Sun describes what has
happened (e)—the river Buriganga and why. Its water is polluted and a perpetual stench fills the
air. (f)—it. The report says that the river had a glorious past. Once it was a tributary (g)—the
Ganges and flowed (h)—the Bay of Bengal (i)—the river Dhaleswari. Gradually, it lost its link (j)
—the Ganges and got the name Buriganga.

Answer: (a) in; (b) in; (c) through; (d) of; (e) to; (f) around; (g) of; (h) into; (i) through; (j) with.13.
Complete the text with suitable prepositions.

19. [Dinajpur Board-2017] Badal lived (a)—a village of Bangladesh. He was a schoolboy. There
was a canal (b)—his way (c)— school. An old bridge was (d)—that canal. It was useful to one
and all of the villagers. Yet none cared (e)— its repair. So one day it broke (f)—and caused a
good deal (g)hardship to the villagers. They were (h)—difficulty. They could not go to the town
(i)—the other side of the canal to sell their fruits and vegetables profitably. They sold their
production (j)—local market at a nominal price.

Answer: (a) in/at; (b) on; (c) to/towards; (d) over; (e) about; (f) down; (g) of; (h) in; (i) on; (j) in/at.
14. Complete the text with suitable prepositions.

20. [Jashore Board-2017] It would be impossible (a)— us to continue living in this world if each
of us knew exactly what fate had (b)—store for us. So, Allah in His mercy conceals the future (c)
—all His creatures and reveals only the present. He hides from the animals what men know,
and He hides from men what the angels know. For example, if a lamb had a reason (d)—a man,
it could not gamble happily knowing it was destined to be killed (e)—human food. But being
quite ignorant (f)—its fate, it is happy to the last moment of its short life contentedly grazing (g)
—the flowery meadow, and even in its innocence licks the hands (h)—the butcher who is about
to slaughter it. What a blessing it is that we are ignorant (i) – the future! Allah, to whom the
death of a sparrow is of equal importance with the death of a hero, has, in His mercy, thus
limited our knowledge so that we might fulfil our duty in the sphere! (j)—which has appointed us.

Answer: (a) for; (b) in; (c) of/from; (d) like/for/with/as; (e) for/as; (f) of/about; (g) in/on/at; (h)
of/about; (i) of/about; (j) of.

21. [Dhaka Board-16] A good stock (a) — words is necessary (b) – anybody who wants to use a
language. Vocabulary is an essential component (c) — successful communication. It is an
integral part (d) —- reading skill. While grammar is important, a lack (e) — vocabulary may
result (f) — complete failure to convey a message. Vocabulary includes conceptual knowledge
(g) – words that go well (h) — an ordinary dictionary meaning. Students’ vocabulary knowledge
is a building process that occurs (i)— – time as they tend to make connections (j)—- other
words.

Answer: (a) of; (b) for; (c) of; (d) of; (e) of; (f) in; (g) of; (h) with; (i) in; (j) with.

22. [Rajshahi Board-16] Once an English and a Bengalee gentleman were travelling (a) — the
same train and they were in the same compartment, The Englishman was very proud (b) – –
himself because he was an Englishman. He looked (c) – –upon the Bengalee gentleman who,
however, took no notice (d) — it and went to sleep (e) — peace. As soon as the Bengalee
gentleman was · asleep, the Englishman picked (f) — the gentleman’s shoes and threw them
(g) — the window and went to sleep. When the Bengalee gentleman woke up, he looked for his
shoes and understood it. Then he took the Englishman’s long coat (h) — the wall and threw it
outside the window and returned (i) —- bed laughingly. Next morning the Englishman became
startled and shouted. Where’s my coat gone?” “Your coat has gone to fetch my shoes,” said the
gentleman (j) — a smile. the Bengalee gentleman was Sir Ashutosh Mukherjee.

Answer: (a) in; (b) of; (c) down; (d) of; (e) in / for; (f) up; (g) through; (h) from; (i) to; (j) with.

23. [Jashore Board-16] A teacher is an architect (a) – a nation. He plays an important role (b)—
building up an educated nation. He dispels the darkness, (c) — ignorance (d) — the lot of a
nation. He is an actor, so to speak. He has to suit his act according (e) — the need of his
audience which is his class. He is a clear speaker (f) — good, strong and pleasing voice which
is (g) – his control. He does not sit motionless (h) — his class. Everybody has something
valuable (i)—-him. A good teacher discovers the treasure hidden inside each student. He also
wants the students happy and for this he keeps them busy. A good teacher never hankers (j) —
–money.

Answer: (a) of; (b) in/for; (c) of; (d) from; (e) to; (f) with; (g) under/within; (h) in; (i) in: (j) after.
24. [Cumilla Board-16] A good student is never indifferent (a) — his studies. He always adheres
(b) – his studies. He does not learn things (c) – rote. He does not hunt (d) — traditional guide
books. Moreover he has great thirst (e) – knowledge. For this he does not confine himself (f) –
the traditional studies. He is always aware (g) — the current affairs (h) – the world. He abides (i)
– his teachers advice and jots (j) – their lessons.

Answer : (a) to; (b) to; (c) by; (d) for; (e) for; (f) to; (g) of; (h) in/of; (i) by; (j) down.

25. [Chattogram Board-16] Flowers are the excellent gift of nature. They have existed (a) — the
earth (b) — prehistoric time. Since then they have been treated (c) — the symbol of beauty. It is
an undeniable fact that flowers are used (d) — various spheres (e) — our life. It is used mostly
(f) – decoration. People (g) – all walks of life use flowers usually (h) — national occasion and (i)
– wedding. Everyone prefers flowers (j) – expressing their love and devotion.

Answer: (a) on (b) from; (c) as; (d) in; (e) of; (f) for; (g) of; (h) for/on; (i) for; (j) for.

26. [Sylhet Board-16] The science fair held (a) — our college paved a new way for us to gather
practical knowledge. Many of our friends took part (b) — the fair (c) — their projects. We
showed genuine interest (d) — them. Most of the projects were made.(e) — consistent (f) — the
prevailing world situation. They were intended (g) — acquaint us (h) — the solutions (i) –some
common problems we are facing specially in regard to the environment we live in. We were
sanguine (j) — achieving success and we really achieved it.

Answer: (a) in; (b) in; (c) with; (d) in; (e) in; (f) with; (g) to; (h) with; (i) to; (j) of

27. [Barishal Board-16] During holidays when my mother went to sleep (a) — noon, we went to
the railway line. There, along with other children, I watched how the trains passed (b) —
innumerable unknown facts. My father got an appointment (c)— a town school and he moved
(d) — the town immediately with all the members of the family. I was admitted (e)— my father’s
school. I felt that my school fellows had no feeling (f) – one another as we had in the village.
However, I have gradually adjusted myself (g)—- town life. I am happy with my new friends but
my heart aches (h) — the happy childhood days. Childhood is free (i) —- worries and has
infinite capacity (j)— -enjoyment.

Answer :(a) at; (b) through/with; (c) in; (d) to; (e) into; (f) for; (g) to; (h) for; (i) from; (j) for.

28. [Dinajpur Board 2016] Greenhouse effect is the gradual warming (a) — the air surrounding
the earth as a result of heat being trapped (b) — environment pollution. This is exemplified (c)
— the destruction and burning (d) – of tropical rain forests, (e) – traffic that clogs (f) — city
streets, (g) — the rapid growth of industry, the use of chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs). (h) —
packaging and manufacturing commercial products, the use of detergents like washing (i) —
liquids and so (j) —

Answer: (a) of; (b) by; (c) by; (d) down; (e) by; (f) up; (g) by; (h) In; (i) up; (j) on.
29. Rivers are everywhere (a) — our life— literature, economy and culture. But are the rivers (b)
— good shape? Unfortunately, they are not. A few are already dead and several are going (c)
— the pangs of death. The river Buriganga is an example (d) — a dying river. A report published
in “The Daily Sun” describes what has happened (e) — the river Buriganga and why. Its water is
polluted and a perpetual stench fills the air (f) — it. The report says that the river had a glorious
past. Once it was a tributary (g) — the Ganges and flowed (h) — the Bay of Bengal (i) — the
river Dhaleshwari. Gradually. it lost its link (j) — the Ganges and got the name Buriganga.

30. Hasib is a third grader at a government primary school (a) — the fringes of Khulna district.
As soon as the bell rings. (b) — the blink of an eye, he is seen meandering (c) — the meadows,
flying kites whilst taking relishing bites (d) — ripe fruits. Later he just sneaks (e) — for an
untimely midday plunge (f) — a local pond (g) — absolute ecstasy. Sunset drives him home (h)
— some routine memorizing of lessons. There’s little urge (i) — excel or do more than the bare
minimum. Hasib snuggles (j) — in bed. His parents, meanwhile, are satisfied that their child is
learning to read, write and count.

31. Last month I along (a) — my family had a visit (b) — my village home (c) — a view (d) —
passing the vacation (e) –my parents. We passed a few days there roaming the green village.
fishing, sight—seeing and paying a visit (f) — almost all the families (g) — the village. The
village people, (h) — spite (i) — being very poor are still very hospitable and cooperative (j) —
their guests.

32. The trip (a) the mountains was an exhilarating experience. We left just (b) — dawn (c) a van
loaded (d) — passengers and luggage. We believed that the trip would take (e) six and eight
hours, and we hoped to arrive (f) — our final destination (g) — dark. The trip began (h) — any
other. The van headed down the highway (i) — the base (j) — the mountain.