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4. Prepositions for Agent
These prepositions are used to tell the relationship between the noun and the
action. For example,
Preposition Meaning Example sentence
by to show that a • I am reading a novel by
thing is the cause of Khaled Hosseini.
another thing • The tree was decorated by her.
5. Prepositions for Instrument
These prepositions are used for different instruments and devices. For example,
Preposition Meaning Example sentence
by for travelling • She went by car.
on to show use of machines • May I finish my work on
your computer?
with to show that an action • She loves writing with her
on a noun is conducted red pen.
by another noun • Open the lock with this key.
B. Fill in the blanks with suitable prepositions.
1. He was born 31 March.
2. Have you read the unit modals?
3. He fell the ladder and broke his leg.
4. Do you recognise the woman the pink saree?
5. She began the workshop some warm-up exercises.
6. London is the River Thames.
7. The child bit the apple.
8. I am going my village bus.
9. He dipped the brush the paint.
10. The cat was hiding the bush.
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