Please put the books ________ the shelf.
2024
Please put the books ________ the shelf.
- A.
on
- B.
in
- C.
at
- D.
into
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Correct answer: A
Correct answer: on
Explanation: The word "shelf" refers to a surface. In English, we use "on" to indicate that something is placed on top of a surface. Therefore, the correct sentence is: Please put the books on the shelf.
in — used for enclosed spaces (e.g., in a box); not suitable for an open shelf surface.
at — indicates a point or general location, not placing an object on a surface.
into — implies movement into the interior of something; would only be appropriate if the shelf were enclosed and you put books inside it.