Preposition
Exercise #7
Context: Tourism: Boston: Whale Watching
Directions:
Complete the reading passage below with
the most appropriate prepositions.
Exercise:
Whale
watching has been growing _____ popularity _____ the world since it first began
_____ the mid-20th century. _____ addition _____ furthering public
interest _____ and scientific research _____ whales, it serves _____ prevent
whaling _____ providing an alternative use _____ these creatures as a natural
resource.
Boston,
as well as other New England cities and towns, is a popular departure point
_____ whale watching tours. Boats usually accommodate 50 _____ 150 passengers
_____ cruises varying from 4 _____ 6 hours _____ length. Tickets normally range
_____ price _____ $40.00 _____ $60.00
Whales are
usually sighted _____ 2 hours _____ _____ the New England coast. Locals and
tourists alike enjoy seeing a variety _____ species rising _____ the Atlantic
and diving _____ it again as they glide _____ the water.
©
James Doyle, 2012
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