Read the text and then choose the correct answer to fill the blanks. Be attentive to the
coherence of the text and the prepositions you must use or omit before the phrases.
SPECIAL TALENTS AT THE NCO ACADEMY
Sergeant Major Gilson commands respect, standing ______ the door of the NCO Academy
print workshop and ready to greet his comrades with a gentle smile. He always works diligently
______ his desk, with piles of paperwork and a strong cup of coffee. However, behind closed
doors, behind that disciplined facade, there is a secret: a passion for art. His own masterpieces
are hanging ______ the walls of his office, showing his remarkable talent as a painter.
In his quarters, Sergeant Major Gilson devotes all his spare time to painting. Paintbrushes
and palettes lie meticulously arranged ______ a shelf. As people rarely see him out of uniform,
he surprises everyone with his remarkable talent. When he is not in the barracks, Sergeant Gilson
is pursuing a degree in Fine Arts ______ the local college, indulging his passion.
Late in the evening, after his long day, Sergeant Gilson finally gets ______ home, exhausted
but content. He kicks off his boots, relaxes in his favourite chair, and dreams of the next stroke of
his brush that will bring his vivid imagination to life.
Ⓐ on – on – no preposition – at – at – at.
Ⓑ at – at – on – on – at – no preposition.
Ⓒ at – on – no preposition – on – at – on.
Ⓓ in – at – in – on – at – on.
Ⓔ at – on – in – at – on – in.
