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Accusative Prepositions Exercises in German language
Mastering the use of accusative prepositions is a crucial step in becoming proficient in German. The accusative case is used to indicate the direct object of a sentence—the entity that is directly receiving the action of the verb. In German, certain prepositions always require the accusative case, and understanding these prepositions is essential for constructing grammatically correct sentences. Some of the most common accusative prepositions include "durch" (through), "für" (for), "gegen" (against), "ohne" (without), and "um" (around). Knowing when and how to use these prepositions will significantly enhance your ability to communicate effectively in German.
In these grammar exercises, you will have the opportunity to practice using accusative prepositions in various contexts. Each exercise is designed to reinforce your understanding and help you internalize the rules associated with these prepositions. By working through these exercises, you will not only improve your grammatical accuracy but also gain confidence in your German language skills. Whether you are a beginner or looking to refine your understanding, these exercises will provide a comprehensive foundation for mastering the use of accusative prepositions in German.
Exercise 1
<p>1. Ich gehe *durch* den Park (preposition indicating movement through a place).</p>
<p>2. Wir fahren *um* den See (preposition indicating around a place).</p>
<p>3. Der Hund läuft *gegen* die Wand (preposition indicating collision or contact).</p>
<p>4. Sie kommt *ohne* ihren Bruder (preposition indicating absence).</p>
<p>5. Er wartet *für* seinen Freund (preposition indicating purpose or benefit).</p>
<p>6. Die Katze springt *über* den Tisch (preposition indicating movement over something).</p>
<p>7. Das Auto fährt *durch* den Tunnel (preposition indicating movement through a confined space).</p>
<p>8. Sie reist *ohne* Gepäck (preposition indicating absence of something).</p>
<p>9. Er kämpft *gegen* das Unrecht (preposition indicating opposition).</p>
<p>10. Sie laufen *um* das Gebäude (preposition indicating around a structure).</p>
Exercise 2
<p>1. Ich gehe *durch* den Park (preposition meaning "through").</p>
<p>2. Wir fahren *um* den See (preposition meaning "around").</p>
<p>3. Er geht *ohne* seinen Hund spazieren (preposition meaning "without").</p>
<p>4. Sie wartet *für* ihren Freund (preposition meaning "for").</p>
<p>5. Das Geschenk ist *für* die Lehrerin (preposition meaning "for").</p>
<p>6. Sie kämpften *gegen* die Ungerechtigkeit (preposition meaning "against").</p>
<p>7. Wir laufen *entlang* die Straße (preposition meaning "along").</p>
<p>8. Er hat sich *um* die Stelle beworben (preposition meaning "for" in the context of applying).</p>
<p>9. Sie gehen *durch* den Tunnel (preposition meaning "through").</p>
<p>10. Ich habe das Buch *für* meine Schwester gekauft (preposition meaning "for").</p>
Exercise 3
<p>1. Ich gehe *durch* den Park (preposition for "through").</p>
<p>2. Wir fahren *ohne* das Auto (preposition for "without").</p>
<p>3. Er läuft *um* das Haus (preposition for "around").</p>
<p>4. Sie hat ein Geschenk *für* ihren Freund gekauft (preposition for "for").</p>
<p>5. Der Hund rennt *gegen* die Wand (preposition for "against").</p>
<p>6. Die Katze springt *über* den Tisch (preposition for "over").</p>
<p>7. Wir gehen *bis* den nächsten Bahnhof (preposition for "until").</p>
<p>8. Sie kämpft *wider* die Ungerechtigkeit (preposition for "against" in poetic sense). </p>
<p>9. Er tritt *durch* die Tür (preposition for "through").</p>
<p>10. Der Vogel fliegt *um* den Baum (preposition for "around").</p>
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