French 102 Verbs Followed by Prepositions
32 flashcards covering French 102 Verbs Followed by Prepositions for the FRENCH-102 French 102 Topics section.
In French 102, the topic of verbs followed by prepositions is essential for mastering sentence structure and conveying precise meanings in the language. According to the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) guidelines, understanding these constructions is crucial for effective communication and comprehension in various contexts.
On practice exams and competency assessments, you will often encounter questions that require you to identify the correct preposition following a verb or to choose the appropriate verb-preposition combination in a sentence. A common pitfall is confusing similar verbs that may take different prepositions, leading to incorrect sentence construction. Pay close attention to context clues in the questions, as they can guide you toward the correct answer.
One practical tip is to practice using these verbs in sentences to reinforce the correct preposition, as this will help solidify your understanding and avoid common mistakes.
Terms (32)
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Which preposition follows the verb 'penser' when expressing an opinion?
The verb 'penser' is followed by the preposition 'à' when expressing an opinion about something. For example, 'Je pense à toi.' (Promenades, Chapter on Verbs and Prepositions).
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What preposition is used with the verb 'réussir'?
The verb 'réussir' is followed by the preposition 'à' when indicating success in achieving something. For example, 'Il a réussi à l'examen.' (Imaginez, Chapter on Verbs and Prepositions).
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Which preposition is paired with 'parler' when specifying the language spoken?
The verb 'parler' is followed by the preposition 'de' when specifying the language. For example, 'Je parle de français.' (Promenades, Chapter on Verbs and Prepositions).
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What preposition follows 's'intéresser' to indicate interest in a subject?
The verb 's'intéresser' is followed by the preposition 'à' to indicate interest in something. For example, 'Elle s'intéresse à la musique.' (Imaginez, Chapter on Verbs and Prepositions).
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Which preposition is used with 'avoir besoin'?
The verb 'avoir besoin' is followed by the preposition 'de' to indicate need for something. For example, 'J'ai besoin de temps.' (Promenades, Chapter on Verbs and Prepositions).
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What preposition follows 'jouer' when referring to a sport or game?
The verb 'jouer' is followed by the preposition 'à' when referring to a sport or game. For example, 'Ils jouent au football.' (Imaginez, Chapter on Verbs and Prepositions).
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Which preposition is used with 'demander' when asking for something?
The verb 'demander' is followed by the preposition 'à' when asking someone for something. For example, 'Je demande à Marie.' (Promenades, Chapter on Verbs and Prepositions).
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What preposition is used with 'réfléchir' when thinking about something?
The verb 'réfléchir' is followed by the preposition 'à' when indicating what one is thinking about. For example, 'Il réfléchit à sa décision.' (Imaginez, Chapter on Verbs and Prepositions).
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Which preposition follows 'se souvenir' when recalling something?
The verb 'se souvenir' is followed by the preposition 'de' when recalling something. For example, 'Je me souviens de cet événement.' (Promenades, Chapter on Verbs and Prepositions).
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What preposition follows 'parler' when discussing a topic?
The verb 'parler' is followed by the preposition 'de' when discussing a topic. For example, 'Nous parlons de l'école.' (Imaginez, Chapter on Verbs and Prepositions).
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Which preposition is used with 's'occuper' when indicating care for something?
The verb 's'occuper' is followed by the preposition 'de' when indicating care for something. For example, 'Elle s'occupe de son frère.' (Promenades, Chapter on Verbs and Prepositions).
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What preposition follows 'téléphoner' when calling someone?
The verb 'téléphoner' is followed by the preposition 'à' when indicating to whom one is calling. For example, 'Je téléphone à mon ami.' (Imaginez, Chapter on Verbs and Prepositions).
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Which preposition is used with 'répondre' when answering someone?
The verb 'répondre' is followed by the preposition 'à' when answering someone. For example, 'Il répond à la question.' (Promenades, Chapter on Verbs and Prepositions).
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What preposition follows 'obéir' when indicating obedience to someone?
The verb 'obéir' is followed by the preposition 'à' when indicating obedience to someone. For example, 'Les enfants obéissent à leurs parents.' (Imaginez, Chapter on Verbs and Prepositions).
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Which preposition is used with 'faire attention' when being cautious?
The phrase 'faire attention' is followed by the preposition 'à' when indicating what one is being cautious about. For example, 'Fais attention à la route.' (Promenades, Chapter on Verbs and Prepositions).
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What preposition follows 's'habituer' when getting used to something?
The verb 's'habituer' is followed by the preposition 'à' when getting used to something. For example, 'Je m'habitue à la nouvelle routine.' (Imaginez, Chapter on Verbs and Prepositions).
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Which preposition is used with 'penser' when expressing thoughts about someone?
The verb 'penser' is followed by the preposition 'à' when expressing thoughts about someone. For example, 'Je pense à toi.' (Promenades, Chapter on Verbs and Prepositions).
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What preposition follows 's'opposer' when indicating opposition to something?
The verb 's'opposer' is followed by the preposition 'à' when indicating opposition to something. For example, 'Ils s'opposent à la décision.' (Imaginez, Chapter on Verbs and Prepositions).
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Which preposition is used with 'se fier' when trusting someone?
The verb 'se fier' is followed by the preposition 'à' when indicating trust in someone. For example, 'Je me fie à mes amis.' (Promenades, Chapter on Verbs and Prepositions).
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What preposition follows 's'intéresser' when indicating interest in a topic?
The verb 's'intéresser' is followed by the preposition 'à' when indicating interest in a topic. For example, 'Elle s'intéresse à l'art.' (Imaginez, Chapter on Verbs and Prepositions).
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Which preposition is used with 'faire confiance' when having trust in someone?
The phrase 'faire confiance' is followed by the preposition 'à' when indicating trust in someone. For example, 'Je fais confiance à mon professeur.' (Promenades, Chapter on Verbs and Prepositions).
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What preposition follows 'se souvenir' when recalling a memory?
The verb 'se souvenir' is followed by the preposition 'de' when recalling a memory. For example, 'Je me souviens de mon enfance.' (Imaginez, Chapter on Verbs and Prepositions).
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Which preposition is used with 's'excuser' when apologizing to someone?
The verb 's'excuser' is followed by the preposition 'de' when apologizing for something. For example, 'Je m'excuse de mon retard.' (Promenades, Chapter on Verbs and Prepositions).
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What preposition follows 'parler' when discussing a subject?
The verb 'parler' is followed by the preposition 'de' when discussing a subject. For example, 'Nous parlons de la politique.' (Imaginez, Chapter on Verbs and Prepositions).
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Which preposition is used with 'se moquer' when mocking someone?
The verb 'se moquer' is followed by the preposition 'de' when mocking someone. For example, 'Ils se moquent de lui.' (Promenades, Chapter on Verbs and Prepositions).
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What preposition follows 'réussir' when achieving a goal?
The verb 'réussir' is followed by the preposition 'à' when achieving a goal. For example, 'Elle a réussi à son examen.' (Imaginez, Chapter on Verbs and Prepositions).
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Which preposition is used with 'répondre' when replying to a question?
The verb 'répondre' is followed by the preposition 'à' when replying to a question. For example, 'Il répond à la lettre.' (Promenades, Chapter on Verbs and Prepositions).
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What preposition follows 's'occuper' when caring for a pet?
The verb 's'occuper' is followed by the preposition 'de' when caring for a pet. For example, 'Je m'occupe de mon chien.' (Imaginez, Chapter on Verbs and Prepositions).
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Which preposition is used with 'téléphoner' when calling a friend?
The verb 'téléphoner' is followed by the preposition 'à' when calling a friend. For example, 'Je téléphone à ma mère.' (Promenades, Chapter on Verbs and Prepositions).
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What preposition follows 'faire attention' when being cautious about a situation?
The phrase 'faire attention' is followed by the preposition 'à' when being cautious about a situation. For example, 'Fais attention à ce que tu dis.' (Imaginez, Chapter on Verbs and Prepositions).
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Which preposition is used with 'obéir' when following rules?
The verb 'obéir' is followed by the preposition 'à' when following rules. For example, 'Les élèves obéissent à la professeure.' (Promenades, Chapter on Verbs and Prepositions).
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What preposition follows 's'habituer' when adapting to a new environment?
The verb 's'habituer' is followed by the preposition 'à' when adapting to a new environment. For example, 'Je m'habitue à ma nouvelle ville.' (Imaginez, Chapter on Verbs and Prepositions).