Prepositions Quiz - CBSE Class 8 English

Free practice quiz: Prepositions (CBSE Class 8 English). 18 multiple-choice questions with answers and explanations. Play online, no sign-up needed.

Sample questions

1. Fill in the blank: The cat is sleeping ___ the bed.

   1. on
   2. in
   3. under
   4. over
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   Answer: A. on

   The correct preposition is 'on' because the cat is sleeping on top of the bed.

2. Complete the sentence: My birthday is ____ December.

   1. in
   2. on
   3. by
   4. at
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   Answer: A. in

   'In' is used with months and years, hence 'in December' is correct.

3. Select the appropriate preposition: There is a bridge ___ the river.

   1. in
   2. over
   3. on
   4. under
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   Answer: B. over

   'Over' is used because the bridge spans across the river, implying elevation above the water.

4. Identify the correct preposition: The meeting is scheduled ___ 3 PM.

   1. at
   2. in
   3. on
   4. by
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   Answer: A. at

   'At' is used with specific times, making 'at 3 PM' the correct choice.

5. Choose the suitable preposition: The stars can be seen ___ the night.

   1. during
   2. at
   3. in
   4. under
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   Answer: A. during

   'During' indicates something happens within a certain period, like night time.

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