Prepositions of Place Quiz

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What is the difference in meaning between 'in school' and 'at school'?

'In school' refers to being part of the education system, while 'at school' indicates being physically present in the school building.

When should you use 'in the hospital' versus 'at the hospital'?

'In the hospital' means being a patient, while 'at the hospital' refers to visiting or performing an activity there.

Why is it correct to say 'on a bus' instead of 'in a bus'?

'On a bus' is correct because you can move around while traveling on it, unlike 'in a car' where movement is restricted.

What preposition would you use to describe living in a specific neighborhood?

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What is the difference between 'on the bed' and 'in bed'?

<p>'On the bed' means something is physically on the surface of the bed, while 'in bed' means a person is lying down or sleeping.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the preposition 'on' indicate about the position of an object?

<p>'On' indicates that something is resting on a surface.</p> Signup and view all the answers

How does the preposition 'between' differ from 'among'?

<p>'Between' indicates something is in the middle of two other things, while 'among' indicates being surrounded by or in a group.</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what context would you use 'at' instead of 'in' when referring to a location?

<p>'At' is used to emphasize being at a location even if not inside a building.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is implied when using 'near' as a preposition?

<p>'Near' indicates something is close but not necessarily touching.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the preposition 'behind' communicate about an object's position?

<p>'Behind' indicates that something is at the back of another object.</p> Signup and view all the answers

When would you use 'inside' instead of 'in'?

<p>'Inside' is used to emphasize being within a closed space.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the difference in usage between 'over' and 'above'?

<p>'Over' can imply touching or covering, while 'above' simply indicates a higher position.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What unique rule applies to the phrase 'at home'?

<p>'At home' is always used and doesn't follow the usual 'in' or 'at' rules.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

In (School, Hospital)

Used for being inside a building or large location, like a school or hospital.

At (School, Hospital)

Used for being in the specific physical building, like a school or hospital.

In Bed

Used for being physically in bed, sleeping, or lying down.

On (Transportation)

Used for larger transportation vehicles where you can move around, like a bus, train or plane.

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In (Transportation)

Used for smaller transportation vehicles where you can't move around, like a car or limousine.

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Prepositions of Place

Words that show the position or location of something in space.

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On

Indicates something is resting on a surface.

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In

Indicates something is enclosed within a space.

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Next to / Beside

Indicates things touching or almost touching, with 'beside' being more formal.

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Near

Indicates something is close but not necessarily touching.

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Between

Indicates something is in the middle of two other things.

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Behind

Indicates something is at the back of another thing.

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Opposite

Indicates two things are facing each other. Can also be expressed as 'across from.'

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Study Notes

Prepositions of Place

  • Prepositions indicate the position or location of something.
  • Common prepositions include "in", "on", and "at", frequently used. Others like "opposite" and "among" are also important.

Basic Prepositions

  • "On": Indicates something is resting on a surface. (e.g., "A cup is on the table.")
  • "In": Indicates something is enclosed within a space. (e.g., "Coffee is in the cup.")
  • "Next to" & "Beside": Indicate things touching or nearly touching. ("Beside" is more formal.)
  • "Near": Indicates proximity but not necessarily touching.
  • "By": Means next to/beside or near, emphasizing a short distance.

Prepositions - Grammar Note

  • Prepositions are always followed by an object (noun or pronoun).

More Prepositions

  • "Between": Indicates something is in the middle of two other things.
  • "Among": Means surrounded by or in a group.
  • "Behind": Indicates something is at the back of another thing.
  • "In front of": Indicates something is directly ahead of another.
  • "Opposite": Indicates two things face each other (also "across from").
  • "Over" & "Above": Indicate something higher than another. "Over" can imply touching.
  • "Under" & "Below": Indicate something lower than another. "Under" can imply covering.
  • "Inside" & "In": Both show something within a space. "Inside" emphasizes a closed space, like a box.

"At" vs. "In"

  • Location:
    • "In" + location emphasizes being inside a building or place.
    • "At" + location emphasizes a location, even without being inside. (e.g., meeting at the train station)
  • Activity: "At" can highlight an activity or task at a location.

Exceptions to "In" & "At"

  • "At home" is always used, not "in home."
  • "In school" refers to the educational system.
  • "At school" refers to being present in the school building.
  • "In the Hospital" refers to being a patient.
  • "At the hospital" refers to an activity (e.g., visiting) at the hospital.
  • "In bed" refers to being physically in bed, "on the bed" means something is on the bed.

Preposition Pyramid

  • "In": Used for large areas like countries, cities, or towns.
  • "On": Used for streets, roads, or highways.
  • "At": Used for specific addresses.

Transportation Prepositions

  • "On": Used for transportation allowing movement (e.g., bus, train, bicycle).
  • "In": Used for transportation with limited movement (e.g., car, limousine).
  • "On a boat" vs. "In a boat": "On a boat" is larger ships, "in a boat" for smaller ones.

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