Upper Intermediate English Grammar – Noun Plus Preposition – Test 2

1. This task was a piece _____ cake.

2. In answer _____ his letter of inquiry Billy was invited to a free session.

3. We hope there will be an increase _____ salary soon.

4. Teachers of this high school place emphasis _____ practical work.

5. I feel a need _____ some changes in my life.

6. Do you know that water pollution is one of offences _____ the environment and that it is punished by law?

7. He is an optimist. He always tries to make use _____ even unpleasant situations in his life.

8. She failed the entrance exam. I feel pity _____ her.

9. The Theory of Evolution made a great impact _____ the development of biology.

10. The store announced a huge decrease _____ prices.