To solve this problem, we need to use the correct prepositions of time:
in,
on, or
at. Here's a breakdown of how to choose the right preposition:
Rules for Prepositions of Time:
1.
At: Used with specific times (e.g., hours and minutes).
2.
On: Used with specific days or dates.
3.
In: Used with months, years, seasons, and parts of the day (morning, afternoon, evening).
Now, let's complete each sentence:
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1. The train leaves _______ 6:00 am.
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Specific time: Use
at.
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Answer: The train leaves
at 6:00 am.
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2. We celebrate Christmas _______ December.
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Month: Use
in.
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Answer: We celebrate Christmas
in December.
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3. We do not go to school _______ Sundays.
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Specific day: Use
on.
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Answer: We do not go to school
on Sundays.
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4. Baseball season begins _______ Spring.
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Season: Use
in.
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Answer: Baseball season begins
in Spring.
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5. Must people sleep _______ night.
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Part of the day: Use
at.
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Answer: Must people sleep
at night.
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6. They watch TV only _______ the morning.
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Part of the day: Use
in.
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Answer: They watch TV only
in the morning.
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7. I will go to court _______ November the 20th.
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Specific date: Use
on.
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Answer: I will go to court
on November the 20th.
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8. My father always eats lunch _______ noon.
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Specific time: Use
at.
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Answer: My father always eats lunch
at noon.
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9. Peter will graduate _______ 2023.
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Year: Use
in.
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Answer: Peter will graduate
in 2023.
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10. Susan likes to take a nap _______ the afternoon.
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Part of the day: Use
in.
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Answer: Susan likes to take a nap
in the afternoon.
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Final Answers:
1.
at
2.
in
3.
on
4.
in
5.
at
6.
in
7.
on
8.
at
9.
in
10.
in
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Boxed Final Answer:
\[
\boxed{
\text{1. at, 2. in, 3. on, 4. in, 5. at, 6. in, 7. on, 8. at, 9. in, 10. in}
}
\]
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of preposition of time worksheet for grade 3.
