Preposition of Time

Preposition of Time

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What is a preposition?

Object of preposition

Basic explanation

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What is a preposition?

A preposition is a word that shows the relation between a noun or a pronoun and other words in a sentence.

Examples: beside, in front of etc.

Object of a Preposition

All prepositions have objects.The object of a preposition is the noun or pronoun that follows the preposition in a sentence.

Difference between preposition and adverb:

If a preposition does not have an object it is not a preposition, it's probably an adverb. A preposition always has an object. An adverb never has an object.

Example:

They are in the kitchen. (preposition in has object the kitchen)

Please come in. (adverb in has no object; it qualifies come)

Preposition of Time

A preposition of time allows to discuss a specific time period such as a date on the calendar, one of the days of the week, or the actual time something takes place. Prepositions of time are the same words as prepositions of place, however they are used in a different way.

Points to remember

• The golden preposition rule: A preposition is followed by a noun or a pronoun. It is NEVER followed by a verb.

• A preposition must have an object.

• The name “preposition” indicates that a preposition (usually) comes before something (its object).

• A pronoun following a preposition should be in object form.The noun or pronoun that follows a preposition forms a ‘prepositional object’. If it is a pronoun, it should therefore be in the objective form (me, her, them), not subjective form (I, she, they)

Multiple Choice

The Baker Family has lived in Dulvey ______ many years.

• for

• since

• from

• in

Multiple Choice

Plants grow very well _____ rainy season.

• on

• in

• at

• No preposition

Multiple Select

Few prepositions are given below. Only select the prepositions of time.

• below

• under

• in front of

• on

• in

Spot the prepositions from the jokes given below and also find the answer.

• What jam can't be eaten on toast?

• A traffic jam

• What do monkeys sing at Christmas?

• Jungle bells, Jungle bells

• What do you have in December, that you don't have in any other month?

• The letter D