Preposition Exercises for Class 10 for Practice to Stop Silly Mistakes

Most Class 10 students mess up grammar because prepositions are sneaky little words that ruin whole sentences without warning. One wrong “in, on, at,” and your answer sheet goes straight from topper vibes to“try harder next time. That’s why preposition exercises for class 10 matter. You need clear rules, solid examples, and practice that actually fixes the confusion your textbooks politely ignore. This blog gives you bite-sized rules, common mistakes, and exam-style exercises so you become the topper of prepositions. 

What Are Prepositions and Why Are They Important?

Prepositions are tiny words that show the link between two things in a sentence. They tell you the place, time or direction of something. Words like in, on, under, before, after, with and between are all prepositions. They look small but they control the whole meaning of the line.

Prepositions are important because they help you write clear sentences in Class 10 English. They help teachers understand what you are trying to say. They also make your writing sound neat and correct. When you use the right preposition, your sentence becomes simple to read and easy to score in exams.

What Are the Main Types of Prepositions Class 10 Students Must Know?

Class 10 students mainly work with three types of prepositions. These are easy to learn and help you fix most exam questions fast.

1. Prepositions of Place

These tell you where something is.

Examples: in, on, under, behind, between

2. Prepositions of Time

These tell you when something happens.

Examples: at, on, before, after, during

3. Prepositions of Direction or Movement

These tell you where something is going.

Examples: to, into, towards, through, across

What Rules Should You Follow to Use Prepositions Correctly?

Using prepositions is not hard, but you must follow a few rules so your sentences stay correct and exam-safe.

Use the Right Preposition for Time and Place

At is for exact time, on is for days and dates, and in is for months, years, and long periods.

Example: at 5 pm, on Monday, in 2025

Do Not Put a Preposition After Verbs That Don’t Need One

Some verbs already make sense without extra words.

Example: Say discuss the topic, not discuss about the topic.

Use Prepositions After Adjectives and Nouns When Required

Some words always need a partner preposition.

Example: interested in, reason for, proud of

Keep Prepositions Before the Noun or Pronoun They Connect To

They must stand right before the object.

Example: She sat on the chair.

Avoid Double Prepositions

Do not stack two prepositions unless the phrase demands it.

Example: Wrong: into of. Correct: into, out of.

Also Read: Rules for Prepositions in English Grammar with Examples

5 Best Preposition Exercises for Class 10 to Practice

Students lose marks on prepositions because one tiny word can change the whole meaning of a sentence. These exercises help you understand how prepositions work, how to place them correctly, and how to avoid the common mistakes that confuse most students. Solve each set one by one and check your answers at the end.

Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks with the Correct Prepositions

Instruction: Choose the right preposition that completes the sentence meaningfully.

1. She arrived ___ the airport early.
   
2. The book is lying ___ the table.
   
3. We will meet ___ Monday.
   
4. My brother is excited ___ his new job.
   
5. The students walked ___ the corridor quietly.
   
6. The cat jumped ___ the wall.
   
7. I am waiting ___ your reply.
   
8. They travelled ___ train.
   
9. The teacher explained the chapter ___ the class.
   
10. The ball rolled ___ the hill.

Answer 

1. at
   
2. on
   
3. on
   
4. about
   
5. through
   
6. over
   
7. for
   
8. by
   
9. to
   
10. down

Exercise 2: Choose the Correct Preposition

Instruction: Select the correct option from the brackets.

1. She is afraid ___ (of / from) spiders.
   
2. He lives ___ (in / on) Mumbai.
   
3. The keys are ___ (under / between) the couch.
   
4. The train goes ___ (across / into) the tunnel.
   
5. We reached school ___ (before / behind) time.
   
6. The dog hid ___ (under / into) the bed.
   
7. They moved ___ (towards / against) the exit.
   
8. I will stay here ___ (until / across) you return.
   
9. He stood ___ (among / beside) his friends.
   
10. The bus stopped ___ (at / to) the signal.

Answer 

1. of
   
2. in
   
3. under
   
4. into
   
5. before
   
6. under
   
7. towards
   
8. until
   
9. among
   
10. at

Exercise 3: Identify the Preposition in Each Sentence

Instruction: Write the preposition used in each sentence.

1. The child ran across the field.
   
2. She kept her bag beside the chair.
   
3. My house is near the post office.
   
4. The bird flew over the tree.
   
5. I will wait until you finish.
   
6. He walked into the room quietly.
   
7. The shop is between the bank and the school.
   
8. The dog slept under the table.
   
9. She jumped onto the stage.
   
10. We reached home after sunset.

Answer 

1. across
   
2. beside
   
3. near
   
4. over
   
5. until
   
6. into
   
7. between
   
8. under
   
9. onto
   
10. after

Exercise 4: Correct the Wrong Preposition

Instruction: Rewrite the sentence using the correct preposition.

1. She is married with a doctor.
   
2. The train arrived on 7 pm.
   
3. I am responsible of this work.
   
4. He is good in maths.
   
5. She congratulated me for my success.
   
6. The cat is hiding in the sofa.
   
7. We discussed about the project.
   
8. The child laughed on the joke.
   
9. They will return in two hours.
   
10. He jumped in the pool.

Answer 

1. married to
   
2. arrived at
   
3. responsible for
   
4. good at
   
5. congratulated me on
   
6. hiding under
   
7. discussed the project
   
8. laughed at
   
9. return in (Correct sentence: “They will return in two hours.”)
   
10. jumped into

Exercise 5: Preposition Gap Test 

Instruction: Fill in each blank with the most suitable preposition. Questions follow CBSE/ICSE Class 10 style.

1. The students gathered ___ the assembly hall.
   
2. She divided the chocolates ___ the children.
   
3. My parents believe ___ honesty.
   
4. The teacher insisted ___ neat handwriting.
   
5. He smiled ___ me kindly.
   
6. I will finish the work ___ two days.
   
7. She walked ___ the bridge.
   
8. The shop is open ___ 10 am to 8 pm.
   
9. The bus stopped ___ the main gate.
   
10. We stayed ___ a hotel near the beach.

Answer 

1. in
   
2. among
   
3. in
   
4. on
   
5. at
   
6. in
   
7. across
   
8. from
   
9. at
   
10. in

Must Read: Learn All About Prepositions

What Common Preposition Mistakes Should Class 10 Students Avoid?

Students make preposition mistakes because these tiny words look simple but act very picky. One wrong choice and the whole sentence loses sense. Here are the most common mistakes you must stop making so you can score full marks without crying in the exam hall.

1. Using the Wrong Preposition with Verbs

Some verbs only work with certain prepositions.

• Wrong: She discussed about the plan.
  
• Right: She discussed the plan.

2. Mixing Up “In,” “On,” and “At” for Time and Place

These three confuse almost everyone.

• In: big areas or long time periods
  
• On: surfaces or days
  
• At: specific place or exact time

3. Adding Extra Prepositions

Many students add an unnecessary preposition.

• Wrong: Where are you going to?
  
• Right: Where are you going?

4. Using “Into” and “In” Wrongly

Use into for movement. Use in for position.

• He jumped into the pool.
  
• He is in the pool.

5. Confusing “Between” and “Among”

• Between for two things.
  
• Among for more than two.

6. Ending Sentences with the Wrong Preposition

Ending with a preposition is fine, but it must be correct.

• Wrong: This is the person I was talking for.
  
• Right: This is the person I was talking about.

7. Using “By” vs “With” Incorrectly

• By shows the doer.
  
• With shows the tool.
  Example: The cake was cut by Riya with a knife.

8. Using Wrong Prepositions After Adjectives

Some adjectives always pair with specific prepositions.

• Good at
  
• Angry with
  
• Popular among

Also Read: 8 Types of Prepositions

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