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, indicating when something happens.

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When do we use 'on' for time?

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We use 'on' for specific days and dates, such as 'on Monday', 'on my birthday', or 'on 15 April 1987'.

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When do we use 'in' for time?

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We use 'in' for longer periods of time, such as months, years, centuries, and seasons, like 'in summer', 'in 2023', or 'in the 20th century'.

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When do we use 'at' for time?

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We use 'at' for precise times, such as 'at 7 o'clock', 'at noon', or 'at midnight'.

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Fill in the blank: They never go out ____ Sunday evenings.

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on

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Fill in the blank: I had a party ___ my birthday.

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on

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Fill in the blank: She got married _____ 15 April 1987.

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on

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Fill in the blank: I got up ____ 7 o'clock this morning.

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at

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Fill in the blank: I often go to the beach _____ summer.

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in

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What is the difference between 'in', 'on', and 'at' in terms of time?

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'In' is used for longer periods, 'on' for specific days/dates, and 'at' for exact times.

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