Prepositions Worksheet for Adults — Place, Time, Movement

Prepositions Worksheet for Adults — Place, Time, Movement

Prepositions are one of the hardest parts of English because they don’t follow rules. “In the morning” but “on Monday” but “at night.” This worksheet teaches the most common prepositions with visual diagrams and contextual practice.

What This Worksheet Covers

• Prepositions of place (in, on, at, under, above, between, behind)
• Prepositions of time (in, on, at, by, during, for, since)
• Prepositions of movement (to, from, into, onto, out of, toward)
• Prepositions of manner (by, with, in, on)
• Common expressions (interested in, good at, afraid of, etc.)
• 40+ exercises with visual diagrams

How to Use This Worksheet

Warm-up (5 min): Show 3 pictures. Ask: “Where is the cat? Where is the book?”

Section 1-3 (25 min): Students complete preposition exercises. Visual diagrams help.

Section 4 (10 min): Common expressions — students match expressions to meanings.

Production (15 min): Students write sentences about their own lives using prepositions.

Why Adults Need This Worksheet

Adults use prepositions constantly: at work, in the morning, on time, by Friday. Getting prepositions right is essential for clear communication.

Worksheet Sections (PDF Preview)

Section 1: Prepositions of Place (15 items)

Practice in, on, at, under, above, between, behind. Visual diagrams included.

Section 2: Prepositions of Time (15 items)

Practice in, on, at, by, during, for, since.

Section 3: Prepositions of Movement (10 items)

Practice to, from, into, onto, out of, toward.

Section 4: Common Expressions (10 items)

Practice interested in, good at, afraid of, responsible for, etc.

Section 5: Production Activity

Students create their own preposition sentences about their lives.

FAQ

What does this worksheet cover?

Place, time, movement, manner, and common expressions. 40+ exercises with visual diagrams.

What level is this worksheet for?

A2-B1. Students should know basic vocabulary. The focus is on choosing the right preposition for the right context, not just memorizing rules.

Can I modify it for my students?

Yes. The PDF is for personal classroom use. You can adapt the exercises to match your students’ needs, interests, and current topics.

How long does this worksheet take?

30-45 minutes for the core exercises, 60 minutes with production. Can be split across 2 classes.

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