Prepositions - Place (in/on/at) Worksheet

English
Grade 8
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An exam-style worksheet focused on the correct usage of prepositions of place (in, on, at) for Grade 8 students.

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Prepositions - Place (in/on/at) Worksheet

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Grade Grade 8
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Introduction to Prepositions of Place

The park was lively on Saturday afternoon. Children played in the playground, while families sat on benches near the pond. A bird perched on a tree branch watched over the scene. In the distance, a cyclist rode at the edge of the pathway. The community center was located at the far end of the park, next to the parking lot.
1.
Where did the children play?
[2 marks]
2.
Identify the preposition used to describe the bird's position.
[2 marks]
3.
Which preposition indicates the cyclist's location?
[2 marks]
Aa) in
Bb) on
Cc) at
Dd) near
4.
In the sentence, 'The community center was located at the far end of the park,' what does 'at' specify?
[2 marks]
5.
Choose the correct preposition: The dog is sleeping ___ the sofa.
[2 marks]
Aa) in
Bb) on
Cc) at
Dd) over
B

Application of Prepositions

Complete the sentences with the correct preposition: in, on, or at.
1.
The tickets are ___ the desk.
[2 marks]
2.
She lives ___ New York City.
[2 marks]
3.
The meeting will be held ___ the main office.
[2 marks]
4.
Our school is located ___ the hill.
[2 marks]
C

Analysis of Preposition Usage

Analyze the following sentences and identify the preposition used. Explain why it fits the context.
1.
Choose one sentence and identify the preposition. Explain its use in the context.
[4 marks]
D

Creative Writing Prompt

Write a short paragraph describing a place you have visited, using at least three different prepositions of place (in, on, at).
1.
Your paragraph should include a description of where things are located, using prepositions of place. Aim for clarity and detail.
[10 marks]

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Created
1/1/2026
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1/1/2026
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