Dependent Prepositions - Adjectives 5
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Fill in the gaps with the appropriate prepositions.
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EXPLANATION
1)
Many of the Kensington pupils were very apprehensive
their first visit to Russells Hall.
2)
It is apparent
archaeological sites that sub-Saharan peoples developed iron metallurgy independently.
3)
The media seem completely baffled
the fact that they've lost the trust of the American people.
4)
It will close more than 100 shops resulting
the layoffs of an estimated 1,000 employees.
5)
Make sure you are fully conversant
each piece of work before you write about it.
6)
The Komodo Islands and neighbouring Flores are inhabited
a population of nearly 5,000 giant lizards.
7)
Perth's population is notable
the high proportion of British- and Irish-born residents.
8)
The building should be disinfected after eating prior
resuming classroom activities.
9)
Cats have their own charm but no understanding of dogs and somewhat prejudiced
them.
10)
The writer was so absorbed
his work that he did not hear his visitor enter the room.
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Answers
1)
apprehensive about/of
worried or frightened that sth. unpleasant may happen
2)
apparent from
easy to see or understand
3)
baffled by
extremely confused or puzzled
4)
resulting in
occurring or following as the consequence of something
5)
conversant with
familiar with or knowledgeable about something
6)
inhabited by
having inhabitants, occupied
7)
notable for
worthy of attention or notice, remarkable
8)
prior to
in advance of, before
9)
prejudiced against
having a feeling of like or dislike for something or someone
10)
absorbed in
having one's attention fully engaged; greatly interested
