Ex. 2- Prepositions in Adjective Clauses

Instructions. Select the correct preposition from the drop down menu.

Explanation

Who, whom, which, and that can function as the object of a prepositions (e. g. to, for, at, on, about, from, etc.) when they occur in adjective clauses.

I saw the movie that you told me about.
That is the object of about.

Who was the person that you talked to?
That is the object of to.

The relative pronoun can be omitted when it functions as the object of the preposition.

I saw the movie you told me about.
Who was the person you talked to?
1. A: How do you like the company that you're working ?
B: It’s a good company but the job is definitely demanding.

2. A: Do you remember that new restaurant that I told you ? It’s really good.
B: What did you say the name of it was?

3. A: Can I help you?
B: I don’t see the book that I’m looking .

4. The dentist I go is near the airport.

5. A: Do you know the family that the exchange student is staying ?
B: I think he’s living with the Sorensons.

6. The manager is the person you need to talk about this problem.

7. A: How was the movie that you went yesterday?
B: The plot was terribly confusing but the scenery was impressive.

8. The beach that we went was nice and quiet.

9. Do you remember those pictures you asked me ? I finally found them.

10. The project that I’m presently working is due next Monday.

11. The things we worry usually don’t come to pass.

12. A: Excuse me. The seat you’re sitting is reserved for another person.
B: Oh, sorry.