The prepositions to and for are very easy to confuse! Here are some rules: Intermediate Level Use TO In These Cases: Destination “We’re going to Paris.” What time it is “It’s a quarter to 2.” Distance “It’s about ten miles from my house to the university.” Comparing “I prefer sleeping to working.” Giving “I gave the book to my sister.” Motive/Reason – with verb “I came here to see you.” Use FOR In These Cases: Benefits “Yogurt is good for your digestion.” Period of time “We’ve lived here for 2 years.” Schedule “I made an appointment for May 3.” Agree with  “Are you for or against the development of nuclear weapons?” Doing something to help someone… Read More