Let's solve the worksheet step by step. The task is to
write the time shown on each clock using "a.m." or "p.m." based on the activity described.
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Step 1: Understand a.m. and p.m.
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a.m. = before noon (from midnight to 12:00 p.m.)
-
p.m. = after noon (from 12:00 p.m. to midnight)
Common times:
- Morning activities →
a.m.
- Afternoon/evening activities →
p.m.
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Now, let’s go through each clock:
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1. Dinner is served at
- Clock shows:
6:00
- Dinner is typically in the evening →
6:00 p.m.
✔ Answer: 6:00 p.m.
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2. School is over at
- Clock shows:
3:00
- School ends in the afternoon →
3:00 p.m.
✔ Answer: 3:00 p.m.
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3. Bedtime is at
- Clock shows:
8:00
- Bedtime is in the evening →
8:00 p.m.
✔ Answer: 8:00 p.m.
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4. Recess is at
- Clock shows:
10:00
- Recess during school hours → morning →
10:00 a.m.
✔ Answer: 10:00 a.m.
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5. You should try to finish homework by
- Clock shows:
7:00
- Homework is usually done in the evening →
7:00 p.m.
✔ Answer: 7:00 p.m.
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6. Breakfast will be ready by
- Clock shows:
7:00
- Breakfast is in the morning →
7:00 a.m.
✔ Answer: 7:00 a.m.
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7. To prepare for school, you students get up by
- Clock shows:
6:30
- Waking up in the morning →
6:30 a.m.
✔ Answer: 6:30 a.m.
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8. The store opens at
- Clock shows:
9:00
- Stores open in the morning →
9:00 a.m.
✔ Answer: 9:00 a.m.
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9. Students get ready to go home at
- Clock shows:
2:30
- Going home from school → afternoon →
2:30 p.m.
✔ Answer: 2:30 p.m.
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✔ Final Answers:
| Activity | Time |
|--------|------|
| Dinner is served at |
6:00 p.m. |
| School is over at |
3:00 p.m. |
| Bedtime is at |
8:00 p.m. |
| Recess is at |
10:00 a.m. |
| You should try to finish homework by |
7:00 p.m. |
| Breakfast will be ready by |
7:00 a.m. |
| To prepare for school, you students get up by |
6:30 a.m. |
| The store opens at |
9:00 a.m. |
| Students get ready to go home at |
2:30 p.m. |
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🔍 Explanation Summary:
- Use
a.m. for morning events (before 12:00 noon)
- Use
p.m. for afternoon and evening events (after 12:00 noon)
- Consider typical daily routines to determine whether it's a.m. or p.m.
This helps reinforce understanding of time and real-life contexts!
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of am and pm worksheet.
