Exercise E5–2 Preposition combinations

EXERCISE E5-2 Preposition combinations Edit the following sentences for errors in preposition combinations (preposition + noun, adjective + preposition, or verb + preposition). If a sentence is correct, write “correct” after it. (For help, see M5-c and M5-d.)

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  1. I have trouble concentrating in my homework when my roommate is around.

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    EXERCISE E5-2 - Edit the following sentences for errors in preposition combinations (preposition + noun, adjective + preposition, or verb + preposition). If a sentence is correct, write “correct” after it. (For help, see M5-c and M5-d.): I have trouble concentrating in my homework when my roommate is around.
  2. The senator was skilled at delay controversial votes.

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    EXERCISE E5-2 - Edit the following sentences for errors in preposition combinations (preposition + noun, adjective + preposition, or verb + preposition). If a sentence is correct, write “correct” after it. (For help, see M5-c and M5-d.): The senator was skilled at delay controversial votes.
  3. I’m not worried with our verbs test on Wednesday.

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    EXERCISE E5-2 - Edit the following sentences for errors in preposition combinations (preposition + noun, adjective + preposition, or verb + preposition). If a sentence is correct, write “correct” after it. (For help, see M5-c and M5-d.): I’m not worried with our verbs test on Wednesday.
  4. While Ellie proofread the group’s report, Sam and Tomi worked in the presentation slides.

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    EXERCISE E5-2 - Edit the following sentences for errors in preposition combinations (preposition + noun, adjective + preposition, or verb + preposition). If a sentence is correct, write “correct” after it. (For help, see M5-c and M5-d.): While Ellie proofread the group’s report, Sam and Tomi worked in the presentation slides.
  5. The executives were found guilty of insider trading.

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    EXERCISE E5-2 - Edit the following sentences for errors in preposition combinations (preposition + noun, adjective + preposition, or verb + preposition). If a sentence is correct, write “correct” after it. (For help, see M5-c and M5-d.): The executives were found guilty of insider trading.
  6. The solution consists in sodium and water.

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    EXERCISE E5-2 - Edit the following sentences for errors in preposition combinations (preposition + noun, adjective + preposition, or verb + preposition). If a sentence is correct, write “correct” after it. (For help, see M5-c and M5-d.): The solution consists in sodium and water.
  7. I was afraid to board the plane because I’m not accustomed with traveling alone.

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    EXERCISE E5-2 - Edit the following sentences for errors in preposition combinations (preposition + noun, adjective + preposition, or verb + preposition). If a sentence is correct, write “correct” after it. (For help, see M5-c and M5-d.): I was afraid to board the plane because I’m not accustomed with traveling alone.
  8. Shea remained devoted on the teachings of his martial arts master.

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    EXERCISE E5-2 - Edit the following sentences for errors in preposition combinations (preposition + noun, adjective + preposition, or verb + preposition). If a sentence is correct, write “correct” after it. (For help, see M5-c and M5-d.): Shea remained devoted on the teachings of his martial arts master.
  9. You can always count with Carole to help out when the office gets busy.

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    EXERCISE E5-2 - Edit the following sentences for errors in preposition combinations (preposition + noun, adjective + preposition, or verb + preposition). If a sentence is correct, write “correct” after it. (For help, see M5-c and M5-d.): You can always count with Carole to help out when the office gets busy.
  10. Iona wasn’t aware of the trouble the manager was experiencing.

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    EXERCISE E5-2 - Edit the following sentences for errors in preposition combinations (preposition + noun, adjective + preposition, or verb + preposition). If a sentence is correct, write “correct” after it. (For help, see M5-c and M5-d.): Iona wasn’t aware of the trouble the manager was experiencing.