Choosing the right preposition is as important in English as choosing the right word. For...

Question

Choosing the right preposition is as important in English as choosing the right word.

For each sentence write the preposition which fits the sentence best and write the numbers of your choice without commas or spaces between them.

For example: 1232

I tried to convince them not to go but all my efforts were ____ vain.

1. for 2. at 3. on 4. in

If you ever find yourself _____ difficulty, I will be happy to give you a helping hand.

1. at 2. in 3. with 4. on

Don't take your friends and family ________ granted. They deserve being appreciated.

1. for 2. in 3. at 4. as

Your question took James _____ surprise, he was really lost for words.

1. in 2. at 3. with 4. by

Answer 1

I tried to convince them not to go but all my efforts were ____ vain.

4. in

If you ever find yourself _____ difficulty, I will be happy to give you a helping hand.

2. in

Don't take your friends and family ________ granted. They deserve being appreciated.

1. for

Your question took James _____ surprise, he was really lost for words.

4. by

Answer 2

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Да, все-таки последний нужно 4. 4214.