Prepositions — Answer Key
Part A: Multiple Choice
Circle the best answer for each question.
1. Which preposition correctly completes this Grade 3 sentence: 'My sister was born ___ 2019.'?
A) at
B) on
C) in
D) under
'In' is the correct preposition for years because years are longer periods of time.
2. Choose the best preposition: 'The book is ___ the top shelf.'
A) in
B) on
C) at
D) between
'On' is correct because shelves are flat surfaces; we place items on them, not inside them.
3. Which preposition fits best: 'We meet ___ the bus stop every Grade 3 morning.'?
A) in
B) on
C) at
D) over
'At' is used for specific points or places where people meet, like a bus stop or corner.
4. Pick the correct preposition: 'The keys are ___ the drawer.'
A) at
B) on
C) in
D) over
'In' is correct because a drawer is an enclosed container and items go inside it.
Part B: Fill in the Blank
Write the correct answer on each line.
1. My birthday party starts at 3:00 this Saturday.
'At' is always used with specific clock times like 3:00, 8:15, or noon.
2. We had a snowstorm in January last year.
'In' is the correct preposition with months because months cover longer periods.
3. My homework is due on Friday this week.
'On' is always used with specific days of the week, dates, and weekend days.
4. The bus stops at the corner near my house.
'At' is used for specific points or locations like corners, doors, and bus stops.
5. The toys are in the toy box by the door.
'In' shows that the toys are inside a container, which is the correct meaning here.