Time phrases

Choose the correct time word or phrase(s) to complete the sentences. Sometimes two words or phrases are correct.

People __________ like to read on trains and buses on their way to work.

• often

• at the time

• last week

Choose the correct time word or phrase(s) to complete the sentences. Sometimes two words or phrases are correct.

My hometown has completely changed _________ Iwas a little girl.

• when

• since

• for

Choose the correct time word or phrase(s) to complete the sentences. Sometimes two words or phrases are correct.

He's moving house __________.

• soon

• recently

• next month

Choose the correct time word or phrase(s) to complete the sentences. Sometimes two words or phrases are correct.

Henry bought a house when he was thirty-five. He'd been living with his parents ____________.

• already

• up to then

• in the long term

Choose the correct time word or phrase(s) to complete the sentences. Sometimes two words or phrases are correct.

The two companies are __________ trying to negotiate a deal.

• currently

• actually

• recently

• soon

Complete the sentences with the correct tense of the verbs in parentheses. Use the time phrases to help.

So you're learning Japanese! How long ____________ it? (you / study)

Complete the sentences with the correct tense of the verbs in parentheses. Use the time phrases to help.

She ________ a new computer when the sales start in two days' time. (buy)

Complete the sentences with the correct tense of the verbs in parentheses. Use the time phrases to help.

Finding a secure job ____________harder for young people in recent years. (become)

Complete the sentences with the correct tense of the verbs in parentheses. Use the time phrases to help.

The movie ___ already ____when they arrived at the theater. (start)

Complete the sentences with the correct tense of the verbs in parentheses. Use the time phrases to help.

I _________ at the moment so I'll have to call you back. (drive)