Complete the text with suitable prepositions :

The old man told him (a) ____ his last journey (b) ____ the sea. They had sailed away (c) ____ the South, he said, until they arrived (d) _____ cold grey seas. Even the sea was frozen, and ice was all (e) _____ those (f) ____ those days there were no steamships, and the big white sails (g) ____ their ship opened wide as the strong wind blew them quickly (h) _____ the icy waters. The weather was very cold and there were no birds or animals (i) _____ that snow covered country, but one day the sailors saw an albatross flying (j) ____ the ship.

(a) on; (b) around; (c) with; (d) for; (e) from; (f) from; (g) into; (h) from; (i) into; (j) of

But at last God took pity (a) on him. One day the sailor was watching the water-snakes swimming (b)around the ship. Their colours were so beautiful and he was filled (c) with such a strange wonder that he felt a great love (d) for them and blessed them (e) from his heart. At once, the dead albatross fell (f) from his neck (g) into the sea. A gentle breeze began to blow (h) from the south and the old man fell (i) into a deep sleep. When he woke up, it was raining and he felt fresh again. Thus, the old man was relieved (j) of his sufferings. 

A good boy is accustomed (a) to hard work. He is not addicted (b) to any bad thing. He is not averse (c) to any hard work. He clings (d) to his determination. Since he is used (e) to hard work, he is not doubtful (f) about his success. He is very much conscious (g) of his duties. He is not boastful (h) of his talents. He behaves well (i) with all. He attends (j) to his studies. 

(a) in; (b) in; (c) out; (d) in; (e) for; (f) of; (g) in; (h) in; (i) to; (j) beyond

The orphanage is high (a) in the Carolina mountains. The writer was there (b) in the autumn. She preferred peaceful environment to pen some troublesome writing. She wanted the mountain air to blow (c) out the malaria from too long a time (d) in  the subtropics. She was homesick (e) for  the flaming (f) of maples (g) in October and for many other things. She found them all living (h) in a cabin belonging (i) to  the orphanage, half a mile (j) beyond orphanage farm.   

(a) of; (b) of; (c) at; (d) at; (e) to; (f) in; (g) about; (h) away; (i) for; (j) of

A craftwork is an applied form (a) of art, a social and cultural product reflecting the inclusive nature (b) of folk imagination. A craftwork, which usually doesn't bear the signature of its maker, retains a personal touch. When we look (c) at a thirty years old Nakshi Kantha, we wonder (d) at its motif and designs that point (e) to the artistic ingenuity and the presence of the maker (f) in it. The fact that we do not know her name or any other detail (g) about her does not take anything (h) away from our appreciation (i) for the artist. Indeed, the intimate nature (j) of the Kantha and the tactile feeling it generates animate the work and make it very inviting.

(a) of; (b) to; (c) to; (d) in; (e) on; (f) of; (g) into; (h) at; (i) of; (j) up

Speaking ill (a) of others is a very bad human tendency. It develops a negative inclination (b) to one's mind. This habit tempts one (c) to indulge (d)  in a negative approach out of his unsound mind. It leaves bad effects (e) on human individuals and society. It also hampers the happy and smooth run (f) of the society. People very often burst (g) into tears (h) at this heinous act. We all should be aware (i) of it and give (j) up this bad habit.

on; (b) with; (c) of; (d) on; (e) in; (f) around; (g) in; (h) from: (i) on; (j) of

Books are really our best friends as we can rely (a) on them when we are bored, upset, depressed, lonely or annoyed. They share (b) with us information and knowledge whenever we need. They enable us to have a glimpse (c) of cultures, traditions, arts, history, geography, health, psychology and many other subjects and aspects of life. Good books always guide us (d) on the right path (e) in life. Reading good books helps us understand the world (f) around us better. While reading books, we build new and creative thoughts, images and opinions (g) in our mind. This habit helps us explore life (h) from different perspectives. In other words, it has several positive effects (i) on our body, mind and soul. In fact, the habit of reading is one (j) of the best qualities that a person can possess.