Let’s go step by step to fill in the blanks with the correct prepositions:
over,
under,
on,
against,
beside.
We’ll look at each sentence and think about where things are in the picture (even though we can’t see it, we know from common sense and typical room setups):
1.
The ball is ______ the bed.
→ A basketball on the floor near a bed is usually *under* the bed if it’s rolled underneath, or *beside* if next to it. But since “under” is an option and balls often roll under beds, let’s check others first. Actually — wait! In many such worksheets, the ball is shown *under* the bed. Let’s hold that thought.
2.
The bat is ______ the bed.
→ A baseball bat leaning against the side of the bed? That would be *against*. Or if it’s lying on the floor beside the bed, maybe *beside*. But “against” makes sense if it’s propped up.
3.
The clock is ______ the table.
→ Clocks sit *on* tables. So this is likely
on.
4.
The table is ______ the bed.
→ Tables are usually placed *next to* beds — so
beside.
5.
The picture is hanging ______ the table.
→ Pictures hang on walls. If the table is below the picture, then the picture is *above* the table — but “above” isn’t an option. Wait — options are: over, under, on, against, beside.
→ “Over” can mean above something. So if the picture is on the wall above the table, then
over fits.
Now let’s reassign based on logic and typical worksheet answers:
- Ball: Often drawn *under* the bed →
under
- Bat: Leaning *against* the bed →
against
- Clock: Sitting *on* the table →
on
- Table: Next to the bed →
beside
- Picture: Hanging on the wall *above/over* the table →
over
Double-checking:
✔ The ball is
under the bed.
✔ The bat is
against the bed.
✔ The clock is
on the table.
✔ The table is
beside the bed.
✔ The picture is hanging
over the table.
All prepositions used once? Let’s list them: under, against, on, beside, over → yes, all five options used exactly once. Perfect.
Final Answer:
The ball is
under the bed.
The bat is
against the bed.
The clock is
on the table.
The table is
beside the bed.
The picture is hanging
over the table.
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of prepositions worksheet kindergarten.