prepositions of time

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What is a preposition of time?

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A preposition of time is a word that shows the relationship between a noun or pronoun and a specific time.

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Give an example of a preposition of time used for days.

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The preposition 'on' is used for days, e.g., 'on Monday'.

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When do we use 'at' for time?

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We use 'at' for specific times, e.g., 'at 3 PM'.

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When do we use 'in' for time?

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We use 'in' for months, years, centuries, and long periods, e.g., 'in July', 'in 2020'.

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When do we use 'on' for time?

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We use 'on' for specific days and dates, e.g., 'on Christmas', 'on March 9'.

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What is the correct preposition: 'I always finish work early ..... Friday'?

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The correct preposition is 'on': 'I always finish work early on Friday'.

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What is the correct preposition: 'They are in Vancouver ... the moment'?

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The correct preposition is 'at': 'They are in Vancouver at the moment'.

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What is the correct preposition: 'Canada became a country ... 1867'?

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The correct preposition is 'in': 'Canada became a country in 1867'.

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What is the correct preposition: 'I don't like working....night'?

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The correct preposition is 'at': 'I don't like working at night'.

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What is the correct preposition: 'His birthday is ....March 9'?

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The correct preposition is 'on': 'His birthday is on March 9'.