Understanding Prepositions in Context

Rebecca from engVid presents a lesson on prepositions, focusing on 'for', 'since', 'during', and 'while'. The lesson includes an interactive exercise using a story about Marcelo from Brazil to illustrate the use of these prepositions in real-life contexts. Rebecca explains the differences between 'for' and 'since', as well as 'during' and 'while', providing examples for clarity. The lesson concludes with practice suggestions and encouragement to continue learning.

What is the main focus of this lesson?

• Improving reading skills

• Practicing pronunciation

• Understanding prepositions in real-life contexts

• Learning new vocabulary

Why do students often struggle with prepositions in real-life situations?

• They don't understand the grammar books

• They get confused when speaking or writing

• They don't practice enough

• They forget the rules

What is the purpose of Marcelo's story in the lesson?

• To practice reading comprehension

• To learn about Brazilian culture

• To improve listening skills

• To illustrate the use of prepositions in a realistic context

In the sentence 'I've been in Toronto ___ two months,' which preposition is correct?

• while

• since

• during

• for

Which preposition should be used in 'I came here ___ the summer'?

• while

• since

• for

• during

What is the correct preposition for '___ then, I've been learning English'?

• During

• While

• For

• Since

In the sentence '___ the day, I attend classes,' which preposition fits best?

• For

• Since

• During

• While

Which preposition completes '___ I am there, I also speak to my friends'?

• During

• While

• Since

• For

What is the correct preposition for 'I need to practice because I'll only be here ___ one more month'?

• while

• during

• for

• since

In the sentence 'I live with a Canadian family and practice English ___ I am at home,' which preposition is correct?

• for

• since

• while

• during