Prepositions and Phrases — Answer Key
Part A: Fix the Sentence
Each sentence has an error. Rewrite it correctly on the line.
1. Fix the sentence:
The cat sleeps in the rug.
Corrected: The cat sleeps on the rug.
Use 'on' for surfaces like rugs, tables, or floors; 'in' is for inside spaces.
2. Fix the sentence:
The book is over the desk.
Corrected: The book is on the desk.
'Over' means above without touching; 'on' shows direct contact with a surface.
3. Fix the sentence:
She sat between the chair.
Corrected: She sat on the chair.
Use 'between' with two items, but 'on' fits a single seat or surface.
Part B: Fill in the Blank
Write the missing word or number on each line.
1. The puppy hid under the table.
'Under' tells where the puppy is located beneath the table top.
2. The poster hangs on the wall.
'On' shows the poster has direct contact with the wall.
3. The bird flew over the trees.
'Over' means moving above without touching the trees below.
4. Maya stood beside her best friend.
'Beside' shows Maya is positioned directly next to her friend.
Part C: Short Answer
Answer each question in one or two complete sentences.
1. Name three prepositions that show place.
Sample answer: Three prepositions that show place are in, on, and under because they tell where something is located.
Place prepositions help readers picture exactly where an object sits.
2. Write a sentence using the preposition 'beside'.
Sample answer: The lamp stood beside the cozy blue armchair in the corner.
'Beside' shows side-by-side position between two nouns in a sentence.