CSEPTprepositionsFlash

1. The cat jumped off the table when it saw the mouse.
2. Please get your feet off the coffee table.
3. The book fell off the shelf and landed on the floor.

Off

1. I like to sit between my two best friends in class.
2. The library is between the post office and the supermarket.
3. The meeting is scheduled between 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM.

between

1. The cat is sleeping under the chair.
2. I found my keys under the newspaper.
3. The school is under the tall tree near the park.

under

1. The picnic basket is filled with delicious treats, including sandwiches and fruits.
2. We have a big family, including grandparents, parents, and siblings.
3. The package includes a special gift for your birthday.

including

1. I work as a teacher at the local school.
2. Please pass the message to her as soon as possible.
3. He dressed up as a pirate for the costume party.

as

1. Despite the rain, we decided to go for a walk in the park.
2. She succeeded in the exam despite feeling a bit nervous.
3. Despite the traffic, we arrived at the airport on time.

despite

1. I want to go to the beach this weekend.
2. She gave a present to her friend on her birthday.
3. We are on our way to the museum.

to

1. The bakery is opposite the bookstore on Main Street.
2. The park is opposite the school, across the street.
3. My house is opposite the big white building.

opposite

1. The keys are on the kitchen table.
2. The cat is sitting on the windowsill, enjoying the sun.
3. The book is on the top shelf of the bookcase.

on

1. I fell asleep during the movie.
2. We met a lot of interesting people during our vacation.
3. The phone rang during our important meeting.

during

1. The sun is coming up in the morning.
2. Please pick up the toys from the floor.
3. I need to get up early for work tomorrow.

up

1. The moon is shining above the clouds.
2. Hang the painting above the sofa in the living room.
3. The bird is flying high above the treetops.

above

1. This gift is for your birthday.
2. I bought some flowers for my mom.
3. We are going to the park for a picnic.

for

1. We have to fit five of us plus all our gear in the car.
2. The pizza comes with pepperoni plus extra cheese.
3. I'll have a sandwich, plus a side of fries.

plus

1. The cat is hiding behind the curtain.
2. The school is behind the grocery store.
3. I left my keys behind the plant on the windowsill.

behind

1. I'll meet you at the park at 3:00 PM.
2. The party is at Jane's house.
3. We sat at the table and had dinner together.

at

1. The ladder is against the wall.
2. Don't lean against the freshly painted fence.
3. The soccer ball hit the wall against the garage.

against

1. Find my book among the others on the shelf.
2. The red rose stands out among the white flowers.
3. We felt a sense of unity among our classmates.

among

1. We walked across the bridge to the other side.
2. The bakery is across the street from the park.
3. The cat jumped across the gap effortlessly.

across

1. The cost is $10 per person for the concert.
2. The car rental is $50 per day.
3. The package includes three meals per day.

per

1. According to the weather forecast, it will rain tomorrow.
2. The party will start at 6:00 PM, according to the invitation.
3. According to the map, the beach is to the south.

according to

1. The cat jumped upon the table to catch the mouse.
2. We decided to go for a walk upon seeing the beautiful sunset.
3. She found the lost necklace upon entering the room.

upon

1. Please write down your name on the paper.
2. The ball rolled down the hill quickly.
3. I will be there in a few minutes; I'm just down the street.

down

1. We had a conversation about our favorite hobbies.
2. Tell me more about your trip to the mountains.
3. The movie is about a young girl and her adventures.

about

1. I live in a small town near the mountains.
2. Put your shoes in the closet, please.
3. We'll meet in the park at noon.

in

(same as “until”)
1. The store is open till 9:00 PM.
2. I will wait for you till you finish your work.
3. Let's play games till the sun sets.

till

1. Everyone is coming to the party except Tom.
2. I like all fruits except bananas.
3. The museum is open every day except Mondays.

except

1. We walked past the market on our way to the beach.
2. The bus drove past us without stopping.
3. Her house is a mile past the school.

past

1. Let's walk around the park and enjoy the scenery.
2. The cat is chasing its tail around in circles.
3. We'll be there around 7:00 PM.

around

1. The Earth goes round the sun.
2. Wrap the ribbon round the gift box.
3. Let's sit round the campfire and tell stories.

round

1. I received a letter from my friend yesterday.
2. The bakery is just across the street from the post office.
3. We are flying to Paris from New York.

from

1. The keys are below the book on the shelf.
2. The temperature is below freezing today.
3. The cat is hiding below the bed.

below

1. My house is next to the library.
2. Sit next to me during the movie.
3. The grocery store is next to the school.

next to

1. The music played throughout the entire party.
2. We saw beautiful scenery throughout our road trip.
3. I wore a jacket throughout the cold winter.

throughout

1. She looks like her sister.
2. The new phone is like the one I used to have.
3. Dress warmly, like you did last winter.

like (similar)

1. I will stop by your house on my way home.
2. The book was written by a famous author.
3. We'll finish the project by Friday.

by

1. The color of the sky is blue.
2. The story is a tale of adventure and friendship.
3. The top floor of the building has a beautiful view.

of

1. The store is open until 10:00 PM.
2. I will wait for you until you finish your meeting.
3. Let's stay at the beach until the sun sets.

until

1. Walk toward the mountains to find the trail.
2. The cat is running toward the open door.
3. We are heading toward the city for the concert.

toward

1. We will have dinner after the movie.
2. I always have coffee after lunch.
3. The school is closed after 5:00 PM.

after

1. The bird flew over the trees.
2. Please drape the blanket over the sofa.
3. We'll be there in a little over an hour.

over

1. Do not go outside the fenced area.
2. The cat is sitting outside the door.
3. The party is happening outside the house.

outside

1. Unlike my sister, I prefer tea to coffee.
2. Unlike the other cars, this one is blue.
3. Unlike yesterday, it's sunny today.

unlike

1. The keys are within the drawer.
2. We'll finish the project within the week.
3. The store is within walking distance.

within

1. I can't imagine my day without coffee.
2. Don't leave the house without your keys.
3. He can't play the game without the controller.

without

1. The hiker walked through the forest.
2. We drove through the tunnel to reach the other side.
3. The doctor pushed his way through the crowd.

through

1. I usually have breakfast before work.
2. Please arrive before 9:00 AM.
3. Finish your homework before watching TV.

before

1. I like to eat cereal with milk.
2. Let's go for a walk with the dog.
3. I'll call you with my new phone.

with

1. I have known her since kindergarten.
2. We've been friends since high school.
3. He's been working here since last year.

since

1. Walk along the path to reach the lake.
2. The shops are along the main street.
3. I saw her walking along the beach.

along

1. The cat ran out of the room.
2. Let's go out for dinner tonight.
3. Mary took her keys out of her purse.

out

1. It's warm inside the house.
2. Please wait inside the building.
3. The cat is hiding inside the box.

inside

1. The bird flew into the open window.
2. Let's step into the elevator.
3. She walked into the room with a smile.

into

1. The cat jumped onto the chair.
2. Be careful stepping onto the icy surface.
3. Place the dishes onto the table.

onto

1. The supermarket is near the park.
2. We found a nice cafe near the hotel.
3. The library is near the school.

near