Chapter 393. Exercise E5-2

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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.

Click Submit after each question to see feedback and to record your answer. After you have finished every question, your answers will be submitted to your instructor's gradebook. You may review your answers by returning to the exercise at any time. (An exercise reports to the gradebook only if your instructor has assigned it.) Example:

The figure shows a sentence. Sandra has been dreaming with becoming a doctor. The word 'with' is crossed out. The word 'about' is inserted instead. The resulting sentence is: Sandra has been dreaming about becoming a doctor.

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I have trouble concentrating on my homework when my roommate is around.

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The senator was skilled at delaying controversial votes.

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I’m not worried about our verbs test on Wednesday.

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While Ellie proofread the group’s report, Sam and Tomi worked on the presentation slides.

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Correct

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The solution consists of sodium and water.

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I was afraid to board the plane because I’m not accustomed to traveling alone.

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Shea remained devoted to the teachings of his martial arts master.

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You can always count on Carole to help out when the office gets busy.

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