STORYSTELLING - EXPRESSIONS OF TIME

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What is the meaning of 'Meanwhile'?

Back

'Meanwhile' is used to indicate that something is happening at the same time as something else.

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What does 'Before' indicate in terms of time expressions?

Back

'Before' indicates that one event occurs prior to another event.

Front

Define 'As soon as' in the context of time expressions.

Back

'As soon as' means immediately after something happens.

Front

What does 'During' signify in a sentence?

Back

'During' signifies that something happens within the time frame of another event.

Front

Explain the term 'By the time'.

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'By the time' indicates that something will have happened before a certain point in time.

Front

What is the function of 'While' in time expressions?

Back

'While' indicates that two events are happening at the same time.

Front

What does 'Immediately' mean in the context of time?

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'Immediately' means without any delay; at once.

Front

How is 'After' used in time expressions?

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'After' indicates that one event occurs following another event.

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What is the difference between 'During' and 'While'?

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'During' refers to the entire duration of an event, while 'While' refers to a specific moment within that duration.

Front

Provide an example of a sentence using 'As soon as'.

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As soon as I finished my homework, I went out to play.