Monday, April 29, 2013

Preposition Exercise #7: Whale Watching


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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