B1 · Vocabulary
Adjective + Preposition
Lesson Handout
Adjective + Preposition
⚠ Many adjectives require a fixed preposition. These are heavily tested in FCE Use of English Parts 1 and 2. Learn them as complete phrases.
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Summary
B1 · Vocabulary
Adjective + Preposition
Worksheet
Name: ___________________________ Date: _______________
Add the correct preposition (10 points)
1. She is very good ___________ organising her revision schedule.
2. He is worried ___________ missing the deadline for his assignment.
3. Are you interested ___________ studying for an environmental science degree?
4. She is tired ___________ seeing so much litter on the streets every day.
5. The whole team is proud ___________ winning the regional championship.
6. She is afraid ___________ public speaking but she is taking a course to overcome it.
7. He is responsible ___________ managing the social media accounts of the charity.
8. I am not very keen ___________ early morning training sessions.
9. We were surprised ___________ the impact that recycling has had on local carbon emissions.
10. Students should be aware ___________ the plagiarism policy before submitting coursework.
Complete the sentences (10 points)
Fill in both the adjective and the preposition.
11. She is ______ ___________ wildlife photography — she goes out every weekend with her camera. (keen)
12. He is quite ______ ___________ maths but excellent at languages. (bad)
13. They are ______ ___________ the damage that deforestation is causing. (aware)
14. She was ______ ___________ how high her screen time was this week. (surprised)
15. He is ______ ___________ the same routine every day — he needs a new challenge. (tired)
B1 · Vocabulary
Adjective + Preposition
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