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1. 1.

   Read these sentences about the life cycle of a butterfly and underline the prepositions.

   1. The transformation process of a butterfly is called metamorphosis.
   2. It all begins when a female butterfly lays its eggs on leaves.
   3. Tiny larvae grow inside these eggs.
   4. It may take a couple of weeks for the eggs to hatch.
   5. Once ready, the larvae come out of their egg home.
   6. As they feed on leaves, they keep growing into caterpillars.
   7. As the caterpillars grow, their skin becomes too tight for them, so they keep shedding it.
   8. The fully grown caterpillars then transform into pupae.
   9. The pupae may be seen hanging on twigs, safely hidden from predators.
   10. Inside their hard cover, the pupae develop into colourful butterflies.
2. 2.

   Read these sentences about how to fill a form. Fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions.

   1. This exercise is to help you __________ filling out forms.
   2. You may need to fill out a form __________ a doctor's, __________ a bank or __________ booking counter.
   3. Look __________ the form carefully before you start filling in.
   4. Read __________ the form carefully __________ any specific instructions.
   5. Fill __________ the form first __________ pencil so that you can rectify a mistake.
   6. Ask __________ help if you do not understand anything.
   7. If it is a form __________ boxes, fill one letter or number __________ each box.
   8. Some forms may ask you to write some information __________ separate lines.
   9. Practice your signature before you put it __________ the form.
   10. Have an adult look __________ your form before you write it __________ ink.
3. 3.

   Underline the preposition(s) in each sentence and circle the objects of the prepositions.

   1. I am reading a book about the extinct species.
   2. Tim safely put his credit card in his wallet.
   3. I can identify your voice among many.
   4. It is easy with a GPS to find one's way in big cities.
   5. She stayed beside me throughout that painful night.
   6. Any ball that flies over the boundary line is a hit for six.
   7. You will find the clues for the treasure hunt within the hall.
   8. The cruise had many entertaining programmes for those aboard.
   9. Harriet came running towards the finishing line and collapsed.
   10. The team sprawled themselves on the grass after the exercises.
4. 4.

   Underline the prepositional phrases in this passage. The first one has been done for you.

   My room is a cosy place in one corner of our house. It is a cheerful place with bright colours and a beautiful view. On the double bed is a spread that was embroidered by my mother. There is a lamp on the table beside my bed. On the other side of the bed is a Wooden bookshelf. At the far end is a table with my computer. The walls of my room are decorated with family pictures and my mother's artwork. The balcony is the most attractive part of my room. It opens onto a valley. Far across the valley one can see the mountain peaks covered with snow. It is indeed a room with a view.

5. 5.

   Add a suitable object of the preposition to complete each prepositional phrase.

   1. The parrot escaped through _____________________________.
   2. The protesters walked silently across _____________________________.
   3. The grapes were just out of reach of _____________________________.
   4. The vultures swooped down at _____________________________.
   5. The children are in conversation with _____________________________.
   6. The store donated its old stock of toys to _____________________________.
   7. Heena sang a beautiful song for _____________________________.
   8. The monster walked into _____________________________ giving everyone a fright.
   9. Within _____________________________ the alarm was sounded and the building evacuated.
   10. Going up _____________________________ can be dangerous.
6. 6.

   Form sentences using these prepositional phrases.

   1. through the window
   2. around the world
   3. during their stay
   4. inside the spaceship
   5. within minutes
   6. with patience
   7. on her eyes
   8. over the grass
   9. beyond my knowledge