Prepositions (Place: in/on/at) - Error Correction
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Grade 8
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An error correction worksheet focusing on the correct use of prepositions of place (in, on, at) for Grade 8 students.
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Prepositions (Place: in/on/at) - Error Correction
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Grade Grade 8
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Understanding Prepositions of Place
Last summer, Emma decided to visit the museum, which was located in the downtown area. She arrived at 10 a.m. and waited in the lobby. After exploring the exhibits, she sat on a bench outside the building to enjoy the sunshine. Later, she met her friends at the coffee shop across the street. During her visit, Emma noticed a painting hanging on the wall, and she took a photo of it. When she left, she parked her car at the parking lot near the entrance and waved goodbye to the staff at the reception desk.
1.
Identify and correct the preposition errors related to place in the passage.
[4 marks]2.
Explain why 'on the wall' is correct or incorrect in this context.
[2 marks]3.
Identify the preposition used incorrectly in the sentence: 'She arrived at 10 a.m.'
Aa) at
Bb) in
Cc) on
Dd) None of the above
4.
Rewrite the sentence with the correct preposition: 'She sat on a bench outside the building.'
[2 marks]B
Error Correction Practice
1. The children played in the backyard all afternoon.
2. He left his keys on the table near the door.
3. The painting was hanging at the gallery.
4. We met at the park for a picnic.
5. Her shoes were placed in the closet.
6. The bus stopped at the corner of Main Street.
7. They found the documents on the desk.
8. The cat was sleeping in the sofa.
1.
Correct the prepositions in the above sentences where needed.
[4 marks]2.
Why is 'hanging in the gallery' correct instead of 'at the gallery'?
[2 marks]C
Creative Writing Prompt
Write a short paragraph describing a memorable day using at least three different prepositions of place (in, on, at). Focus on correct usage.
1.
Compose a paragraph about a special event, ensuring correct use of in, on, and at.
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- 1/1/2026
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