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This exercise practises uses of verbs which can be followed by different prepositions, each time with a different meaning. This exercise looks at the verbs talk and look. Each verb is used five times. Choose from the prepositions listed below and put the verb in the correct form.

about, after, at, down on, into, of, out for, out of, to, up to

1. Look, I don't want to (1) it. The matter is finished and I just want to get in with my life.

2. OK, then. I'll meet you at the check-in desk at the airport. Don't forget to (2) me, because there'll be a lot of people.

3. My son really (3) you. He thinks you're a great player and he wants to be just like you when he grows up.



4. (4) the devil! Here comes John now. Let's ask him how he did in the exam.

5. Why don't you want to (5) me? I always thought that if either of us had a problem, we'd discuss it together.

6. Apparently, some computer equipment was taken from the office while everyone was out at lunch. The police are (6) the matter.



7. You always (7) me as if I'm stupid and have nothing worthwhile to say back to you.

8. I was wondering if you'd like to (8) my flat while I'm away on holiday.

9. I don't smoke at home because my parents really (9) it and would be very angry if I smoked.

10. My son says he wants to leave school before he does his exams and travel around the world. I've tried to (10) him it, but he refuses to listen.