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prepositions

  • HESI A2
  • Grammar
  • Select all that apply
  • Difficulty 3 of 5

Question

Which highlighted words function as prepositions in these sentences? Select all that apply.

  1. The map is on the table.✓ Correct

    On is a preposition.

  2. We packed tea and bread.✗ Incorrect

    And joins two nouns as a conjunction.

  3. A parcel arrived for the curator.✓ Correct

    For is a preposition.

  4. The lantern stood by the gate.✓ Correct

    By is a preposition.

  5. Choose a window or a door.✗ Incorrect

    Or joins alternatives as a conjunction.

Answer

A. The map is on the table. · C. A parcel arrived for the curator. · D. The lantern stood by the gate.

Rationale

On, for, and by are prepositions. And and or are conjunctions.

RememberOn, for, and by are prepositions; and and or are conjunctions.

Sources

  • 3. Capitalization Rules U.S. Government Publishing Office · License: US government work (public domain) · Retrieved · Page 15

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