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Prepositions

ICSE · Class 7 · English Language-Grammar

Complete topic list for Prepositions in ICSE Class 7 English Language-Grammar. Key concepts, sub-topics, and what to focus on for board exams.

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Topics in Prepositions

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1. What a Preposition Does

  • A preposition shows the relation between a noun or pronoun and some other word in a sentence.
  • A preposition is placed before the noun or pronoun whose relation it shows.
  • Prepositions can also be placed before noun-like words such as gerunds.
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2. Prepositions of Time

  • At is used for a definite point of time and also for some indefinite periods such as at night.
  • On is used with days and dates.
  • In is used with parts of the day, months, years, and seasons.
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3. Prepositions of Position

  • At is used for villages, small towns, and a general neighbourhood.
  • In is used for bigger towns, states, countries, and something contained.
  • Between is used with exactly two persons or things.
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4. Prepositions of Movement and Direction

  • To shows destination or reaching a place.
  • Towards shows direction, not necessarily reaching the place.
  • Into shows movement towards the interior of something.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Prepositions as words that show the relation between a noun or pronoun and another word in a sentence

DefinitionPrepositions of timePrepositions of positionPrepositions of directionCorrect use of certain prepositionsTravel expressionsCommon confusions

Frequently Asked Questions

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Prepositions covers several key topics that are frequently asked in ICSE Class 7 board exams. Focus on the core concepts listed on this page and practise related questions to build confidence.
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