Multi-word Prepositions
Multiple-choice exercise
Choose the correct answer for each question.
If we work quickly, we'll get ____________ the clock.
- ahead of
- in front of
- close to
- on top of
He leaves his clothes ____________ his bedroom.
- all over
- out of
- away from
- all round
Keep ____________ the dog - he bites.
- away from
- out of
- close by
- all over
Make sure your suitcase is ____________ . There are thieves here.
- close by
- ahead of
- near to
- next to
Keep ____________ me - I don't want to lose you.
- close to
- all over
- out of
- in between
Don't come ____________ two people when they are arguing.
- in between
- near to
- close by
- ahead of
Go to the end of the road and you'll see the school, directly ____________ you.
- in front of
- close by
- near to
- close to
It's not in the same road but the post office is ____________ the pub.
- near to
- next to
- ahead of
- away from
I've left the keys ____________ the piano.
- on top of
- close by
- in between
- away from
I can't get the meaning ____________ this sentence.
- out of
- close to
- away from
- ahead of