Fill in the gaps with the correct prepositions

up, out (2), for, off, from, behind, until, about, to, in (2)

1. My sister and me have always been very close [ ] each other.
2. I wanted to speak to Mr Stevenson but he made [ ] when he saw me.
3. He is really ill. He has been breathing [ ] coal dust for many years.
4. It's now very common [ ] young people to use gadgets wherever possible.
5. He is too far away. I can't make [ ] what he is saying.
6. Mrs Wilson prefers to hide sad news [ ] her numerous relatives.
7. Johnny, do you think you have hidden [ ] the door? I can see you very well, dear.
8. How long is she going to support her children? — I think [ ] they begin working.
9. Actors usually make [ ] before going on stage.
10. I have always been curious [ ] plants and animals that live and grow in the ocean.
11. The doctor asked me not to breathe [ ] for several seconds and then to breathe [ ].