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Prepositions of Cause, Reason, and Purpose Exercises with Answers

Prepositions of Cause, Reason, and Purpose explain why something happens or the motive behind an action in English. Common examples include "because of," "due to," and "for." Understanding their correct usage improves clarity in communication.

Practice this Prepositions of Cause, Reason, and Purpose Exercise with Answers to enhance your grammar and avoid common mistakes.

List of Prepositions of Cause, Reason, and Purpose Exercises

The following are the practice exercises on "Prepositions of Cause, Reason, and Purpose".

• Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks
• Exercise 2: Choose the Correct Preposition
• Exercise 3: Rewrite the Sentences
• Quiz: Test Your Knowledge

Exercise 1: Fill in the Blanks

Fill in the blanks with appropriate prepositions of cause, reason, or purpose (because of, due to, for, owing to, out of).

1. Amit couldn't attend the meeting ___ heavy traffic.
2. She left early ___ an emergency at home.
3. Rajesh was praised ___ his excellent performance.
4. ___ her hard work, Priya won the scholarship.
5. He apologized ___ his mistake.
6. The train was delayed ___ bad weather.
7. She studied hard ___ her dream of becoming a doctor.
8. ___ his dedication, he got a promotion.
9. The flight was canceled ___ technical issues.
10. He donated money ___ kindness.

Answers of Exercise 1

1. because of
2. due to
3. for
4. Because of
5. for
6. owing to
7. for
8. Due to
9. because of
10. out of

Exercise 2: Choose the Correct Preposition

Select the correct preposition for each sentence.

1. Vikram lost his job (because of/for/owing to) his carelessness.
2. The match was postponed (for/due to/out of) heavy rain.
3. She cried (because of/for/owing to) happiness.
4. The meeting was canceled (due to/because of/for) a power failure.
5. Rahul was awarded (because of/for/owing to) his bravery.
6. The road was closed (for/because of/due to) an accident.
7. They helped the poor (out of/due to/for) compassion.
8. The program was successful (for/because of/out of) teamwork.
9. The teacher scolded him (due to/out of/for) his misbehavior.
10. She left the job (out of/because of/for) frustration.

Answers of Exercise 2

1. because of
2. due to
3. out of
4. due to
5. for
6. because of
7. out of
8. because of
9. for
10. out of

Exercise 3: Rewrite the Sentences

Rewrite the sentences using the correct prepositions of cause, reason, or purpose.

1. He couldn't complete the project because he was sick. → He couldn't complete the project ___ his sickness.
2. The meeting was postponed because of the manager's absence. → The meeting was postponed ___ the manager’s absence.
3. She left the party because she was feeling unwell. → She left the party ___ feeling unwell.
4. Raj was punished because he was late. → Raj was punished ___ being late.
5. She worked hard so that she could secure a good job. → She worked hard ___ securing a good job.
6. The exam was canceled due to a technical error. → The exam was canceled ___ a technical error.
7. He received an award because he helped the poor. → He received an award ___ helping the poor.
8. The company shut down because it faced heavy losses. → The company shut down ___ heavy losses.
9. She was given an award for her contribution to education. → She was given an award ___ her contribution to education.
10. They built a new school so that children could study. → They built a new school ___ providing education to children.

Answers of Exercise 3

1. because of
2. due to
3. because of
4. for
5. for
6. because of
7. for
8. due to
9. for
10. for

Quiz: Test Your Knowledge

Select the correct answer for each question.

1. Priya missed her flight ___ a traffic jam. --Select-- because of for owing to
2. They donated food to the poor ___ kindness. --Select-- due to for out of
3. The wedding was postponed ___ the storm. --Select-- for because of out of