Good at vs. good on

[ronny]

English Grammar Tests, Elementary Level

ESL/EFL Test #75 "Adjective Prepositions Constructions", question 5

Lucas is very good ......... drawing.

(a) at
(b) on
(c) to
(d) with

English Grammar Tests, Elementary Level

ESL/EFL Test #75 "Adjective Prepositions Constructions", answer 5

Lucas is very good at drawing.

Correct answer: (a) at

Your answer was: incorrect
Lucas is very good on drawing.
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Lucas is very good on drawing ----why is it wrong?

[Alan]

Hi,

The expression good at is used when you are talking about proficiency in an activity. Good on is usually showing a good knowledge of a subject.

She is very good at swimming.

He is very good on football.

Alan
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