Preposition through letters
1. Rajib is writing to his friend about his aim in life. Choose the correct preposition from the box and fill in the gaps.
to for in without of up after
Dear Ashraf,
The tone of your letter says that you are eager to learn my aim a. -- life. I am sure that you are aware b. -- the fact that many people of our country die every year c.-- any good treatment. As many doctors practice d. -- cities and towns, the poor people of village do not get any medical aid in their sufferings. So, I have made e. -- my mind to choose the medial profession. I think doctors can do much good f. -- the nation. g. -- taking my medical degree, I shall go back to my village to practice medicine there. Now I am waiting h. -- that day when I will stand beside my village people.
No more today. -Rajib
Answers : a. in b. of c. without d. in e. up f. to g. after h. for
2. Khair is writing a letter of consolation to his friend. Choose the correct preposition from the box and fill in the gaps.
in for by away at of to
Dear Rajib,
The sad news a. ... the sudden death of your father came b. ... me as a bolt from the blue. It is very difficult c. ... me to believe d. ... this news. I know you are quite e. ... a loss at this moment. I have no language to console you. I just pray to God that He give you strength and consolation f. ... this hour of your peril. We all will die today or tomorrow. Death much snatch g... the life of every animal. We cannot but abide h. ... the law of nature. May the departed should of your father rest in peace in heaven?
Your friend,
Khair.
