Quiz: Dative, Accusative & Two-Way Prepositions in German
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FAQ: Prepositions and Case Selection in German
What Will I Learn in This Quiz?
You will practice identifying whether a preposition requires the dative or accusative case—or both depending on context. The quiz will help you recognize correct article-case combinations with everyday phrases.
What Are Dative, Accusative, and Two-Way Prepositions?
German prepositions fall into different categories:
– Dative prepositions (e.g., mit, bei, nach) always require the dative case.
– Accusative prepositions (e.g., für, ohne, gegen) always require the accusative case.
– Two-way prepositions (e.g., in, an, auf) can take either case depending on motion (accusative) or location (dative).
Where Can I Learn More About German Prepositions?
To deepen your understanding, explore our grammar articles on:
– Dative Prepositions
– Accusative Prepositions
– Two-Way Prepositions
Who Is This Quiz For?
This quiz is ideal for intermediate learners (B1–B2) who want to improve their understanding of case-dependent prepositions in German sentences.
Do I Need to Know the German Case System?
Yes, a basic understanding of the German cases is helpful. Especially knowing when to use dative or accusative based on sentence structure.
Will I Practice with Articles Too?
Yes. You’ll need to choose the correct definite or indefinite article for each noun, matching both gender and case.
Can I Take the Quiz More Than Once?
Absolutely! You can repeat the quiz as often as needed to improve accuracy and build confidence.
Are There More Grammar Quizzes Available?
Yes! Visit the grammar quiz overview page to find exercises on articles, sentence structure, prepositions, verbs, and more.
