Common Preposition Mistakes: Can You Choose the Right Phrase?

Prepositions are often difficult because they do not always translate directly from your language. In this test, you will practise common preposition mistakes at B1–B2 level: verb patterns, adjective + preposition combinations, formal phrases and natural everyday expressions. Choose the correct answer in each sentence.

Common Preposition Mistakes B1–B2

Can you choose the right preposition in tricky English phrases? Practise common B1–B2 preposition mistakes with realistic examples.

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According ___ the report, sales increased last month.

2 / 20

This course is suitable ___ learners who already know the basics.

3 / 20

She is capable ___ handling difficult clients.

4 / 20

She is responsible ___ managing the whole project.

5 / 20

The new law prevents companies ___ selling this data.

6 / 20

He contributed ___ the success of the event.

7 / 20

He was blamed ___ the failure of the project.

8 / 20

The article is based ___ real events.

9 / 20

This name sounds familiar ___ me, but I can’t remember where I heard it.

10 / 20

She was accused ___ stealing confidential information.

11 / 20

I completely agree ___ you about the first part, but not the conclusion.

12 / 20

The company succeeded ___ reducing costs without cutting jobs.

13 / 20

I object ___ working late every Friday.

14 / 20

I’m not familiar ___ this software, so I’ll need some time.

15 / 20

She apologized ___ being late to the meeting.

16 / 20

This decision depends ___ how much money we can save.

17 / 20

He apologized ___ his manager ___ the mistake.

18 / 20

As team leader, he is responsible ___ the head of department.

19 / 20

We agreed ___ a new deadline after a long discussion.

20 / 20

They insisted ___ paying for dinner.

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