GRADE 9 English – GRAMMAR IN USE:COMPLEX PREPOSITIONS Quiz
1. Which preposition is used correctly in the sentence: We traveled _____ Kenya last summer?
The correct answer is 'to' because it shows movement towards a destination, in this case, the country of Kenya.
2. Choose the correct preposition to complete the sentence: The safari group went hiking ____ Mount Kenya.
The correct answer is 'on' as it is used to indicate being physically supported by something, like a mountain in this instance.
3. Which preposition should be used in the sentence: The hotel is located _____ the outskirts of Nairobi.
The correct answer is 'on' as it is used to describe a location relative to an area of a city or town.
4. Select the correct preposition for the sentence: The Maasai Mara is famous _____ its wildlife.
The correct answer is 'for' because it is used to show the reason something is famous or well-known, in this case, the wildlife.
5. In the sentence 'We went on a safari _____ Tsavo National Park', what preposition should be used?
The correct answer is 'to' as it denotes traveling towards a specific place, such as a national park in this context.
6. Which preposition is correctly used in the sentence: 'He is fond ____ wildlife photography'?
The correct preposition to use in this sentence is 'of'. The sentence should be 'He is fond of wildlife photography'.
7. Which preposition is correctly used in the sentence: 'We are looking forward ____ exploring the coast of Malindi'?
The correct preposition to use in this sentence is 'to'. The sentence should be 'We are looking forward to exploring the coast of Malindi'.
8. Which preposition is correctly used in the sentence: 'She is responsible ____ planning the itinerary'?
The correct preposition to use in this sentence is 'for'. The sentence should be 'She is responsible for planning the itinerary'.
9. Which preposition is correctly used in the sentence: 'The guide is knowledgeable ____ the local customs'?
The correct preposition to use in this sentence is 'about'. The sentence should be 'The guide is knowledgeable about the local customs'.
10. Which preposition is correctly used in the sentence: 'They are excited ____ meeting the Maasai tribe'?
The correct preposition to use in this sentence is 'about'. The sentence should be 'They are excited about meeting the Maasai tribe'.
11. Which preposition is correctly used in the sentence: 'He is interested ____ volunteering at the animal orphanage'?
The correct preposition to use in this sentence is 'in'. The sentence should be 'He is interested in volunteering at the animal orphanage'.
12. Which preposition is correctly used in the sentence: 'We are passionate ____ conserving the environment'?
The correct preposition to use in this sentence is 'about'. The sentence should be 'We are passionate about conserving the environment'.
13. Which preposition is correctly used in the sentence: 'She is fascinated ____ the history of Lamu Island'?
The correct preposition to use in this sentence is 'by'. The sentence should be 'She is fascinated by the history of Lamu Island'.
14. Which preposition is correctly used in the sentence: 'He is proud ____ his cultural heritage'?
The correct preposition to use in this sentence is 'of'. The sentence should be 'He is proud of his cultural heritage'.
15. Which preposition is correctly used in the sentence: 'They are thankful ____ the warm hospitality of the Kenyan people'?
The correct preposition to use in this sentence is 'for'. The sentence should be 'They are thankful for the warm hospitality of the Kenyan people'.
16. Which preposition is correctly used in the sentence: 'She is intrigued ____ the traditional Maasai beadwork'?
The correct preposition to use in this sentence is 'by'. The sentence should be 'She is intrigued by the traditional Maasai beadwork'.
17. Which preposition is correctly used in the sentence: 'We are excited ____ the prospect of seeing Mount Kenya'?
The correct preposition to use in this sentence is 'about'. The sentence should be 'We are excited about the prospect of seeing Mount Kenya'.
18. Which preposition is correctly used in the sentence: 'He is enthusiastic ____ exploring the Rift Valley'?
The correct preposition to use in this sentence is 'about'. The sentence should be 'He is enthusiastic about exploring the Rift Valley'.
19. Which preposition is correctly used in the sentence: 'They are curious ____ the Maasai Mara National Reserve'?
The correct preposition to use in this sentence is 'about'. The sentence should be 'They are curious about the Maasai Mara National Reserve'.
20. Which preposition is correctly used in the sentence: 'They are excited ____ the opportunity to visit the Giraffe Centre'?
The correct preposition to use in this sentence is 'about'. The sentence should be 'They are excited about the opportunity to visit the Giraffe Centre'.
21. Which preposition is correctly used in the sentence: 'He is fond ____ storytelling around the campfire'?
The correct preposition to use in this sentence is 'of'. The sentence should be 'He is fond of storytelling around the campfire'.
22. Which preposition is correctly used in the sentence: 'We are looking forward ____ visiting the historical site of Fort Jesus'?
The correct preposition to use in this sentence is 'to'. The sentence should be 'We are looking forward to visiting the historical site of Fort Jesus'.
23. Which preposition is correctly used in the sentence: 'She is responsible ____ organizing the safari adventure'?
The correct preposition to use in this sentence is 'for'. The sentence should be 'She is responsible for organizing the safari adventure'.
24. Which preposition is correctly used in the sentence: 'The guide is knowledgeable ____ the traditional dances of the Samburu tribe'?
The correct preposition to use in this sentence is 'about'. The sentence should be 'The guide is knowledgeable about the traditional dances of the Samburu tribe'.
25. Which preposition is correctly used in the sentence: 'They are excited ____ learning the traditional handcrafts of the Kikuyu tribe'?
The correct preposition to use in this sentence is 'about'. The sentence should be 'They are excited about learning the traditional handcrafts of the Kikuyu tribe'.
26. Which preposition should be used with the word 'interested' in the sentence 'I am interested ___ going on a safari in Kenya'?
The correct choice is 'in'. Use 'interested in' when talking about being interested in a specific activity or topic.
27. Choose the correct preposition to complete the sentence: 'She is excited ___ visiting the Maasai Mara National Reserve'
The correct choice is 'about'. Use 'excited about' when talking about being excited for a specific event or activity.
28. Which preposition should be used in the sentence: 'He is familiar ___ the local customs and traditions'?
The correct choice is 'with'. Use 'familiar with' when talking about being knowledgeable about something.
29. Select the appropriate preposition for the sentence: 'She is afraid ___ getting lost in Nairobi'
The correct choice is 'of'. Use 'afraid of' when talking about fearing something specific.
30. Which preposition should be used with the word 'addicted' in the sentence: 'He is addicted ___ taking safaris in Kenya'?
The correct choice is 'to'. Use 'addicted to' when talking about being unable to stop doing something.
31. Choose the correct preposition for the sentence: 'They are tired ___ traveling long distances to see the Great Rift Valley'
The correct choice is 'of'. Use 'tired of' when talking about being weary of something specific.
32. Select the appropriate preposition: 'We are proud ___ experiencing the culture in Mombasa'
The correct choice is 'of'. Use 'proud of' when expressing pride in something specific.
33. Which preposition should be used in the sentence: 'She is skilled ___ navigating through Nairobi traffic'?
The correct choice is 'at'. Use 'skilled at' when talking about being proficient in a particular activity.
34. Choose the correct preposition to complete the sentence: 'He is scared ___ encountering wildlife in the wild'
The correct choice is 'of'. Use 'scared of' when expressing fear of a specific situation.
35. Select the appropriate preposition for the sentence: 'They are interested ___ learning about the Maasai tribe'
The correct choice is 'in'. Use 'interested in' when talking about being intrigued by a specific topic.
36. Choose the correct preposition for the sentence: 'He is amazed ___ viewing the wildebeest migration in the Masai Mara'
The correct choice is 'by'. Use 'amazed by' when expressing amazement at a particular event or sight.
37. Which preposition should be used with the word 'curious' in the sentence: 'I am curious ___ exploring the Tsavo East National Park'?
The correct choice is 'about'. Use 'curious about' when expressing interest in discovering something.
38. Select the appropriate preposition: 'We are excited ___ going on a hot air balloon safari in the Maasai Mara'
The correct choice is 'about'. Use 'excited about' when talking about being thrilled for a specific activity or event.
39. Choose the correct preposition to complete the sentence: 'She is concerned ___ the safety of tourists in Kenya'
The correct choice is 'about'. Use 'concerned about' when expressing worry regarding a specific issue.
40. Which preposition should be used in the sentence: 'He is fascinated ___ the history of Fort Jesus in Mombasa'?
The correct choice is 'by'. Use 'fascinated by' when expressing fascination with a particular subject or object.
41. Select the appropriate preposition for the sentence: 'They are eager ___ exploring the beautiful beaches of Diani'
The correct choice is 'for'. Use 'eager for' when showing enthusiasm for something specific.
42. Choose the correct preposition for the sentence: 'He is impressed ___ the natural beauty of the Aberdare National Park'
The correct choice is 'by'. Use 'impressed by' when expressing admiration for a particular aspect or feature.
43. Which preposition should be used with the word 'keen' in the sentence: 'I am keen ___ exploring Mount Kenya National Park'?
The correct choice is 'on'. Use 'keen on' when expressing eagerness or interest in a specific activity or place.
44. Select the appropriate preposition: 'We are anxious ___ witnessing the wildebeest migration in the Serengeti National Park'
The correct choice is 'to'. Use 'anxious to' when talking about being eager or impatient for something to happen.
45. Choose the correct preposition to complete the sentence: 'She is satisfied ___ the services provided at the hotel'
The correct choice is 'with'. Use 'satisfied with' when expressing contentment with something specific.
46. Which preposition should be used in the sentence: 'He is impatient ___ going on a game drive in the Maasai Mara'
The correct choice is 'for'. Use 'impatient for' when talking about being eager for something to happen.
47. Select the appropriate preposition for the sentence: 'They are thrilled ___ experiencing the culture in Lamu'
The correct choice is 'with'. Use 'thrilled with' when expressing excitement or happiness about something.
48. Choose the correct preposition for the sentence: 'He is impressed ___ the beauty of Lake Nakuru National Park'
The correct choice is 'by'. Use 'impressed by' when showing admiration for a specific aspect or feature.
49. Which preposition should be used with the word 'enthusiastic' in the sentence: 'They are enthusiastic ___ visiting the Giraffe Centre in Nairobi'?
The correct choice is 'about'. Use 'enthusiastic about' when expressing excitement or passion for a specific activity or place.
50. Select the appropriate preposition: 'We are concerned ___ the impact of tourism on the environment'
The correct choice is 'about'. Use 'concerned about' when expressing worry or interest in a specific issue.
51. Choose the correct preposition to complete the sentence: 'She is amazed ___ the wildlife diversity in the Tsavo National Park'
The correct choice is 'at'. Use 'amazed at' when expressing amazement or astonishment at something specific.