Let’s solve this step by step.
We’re learning about
prepositions of time: “in”, “at”, and “on”.
Here’s a simple rule to remember:
- Use
“in” for longer periods: months, years, seasons, parts of the day (like morning, afternoon, evening).
- Example: *in January*, *in 2025*, *in the afternoon*
- Use
“at” for specific times or moments: clock times, night, noon, midnight.
- Example: *at 3 PM*, *at noon*, *at night*
- Use
“on” for days and dates: Mondays, birthdays, holidays, specific days.
- Example: *on Monday*, *on my birthday*, *on Christmas Day*
Now let’s go through each question:
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1. We will go swimming _____ the afternoon.
→ “Afternoon” is part of the day → use
in
✔ Answer:
A. in
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2. _____ Monday, I start my new job.
→ “Monday” is a day → use
on
✔ Answer:
C. on
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3. I ate some cake _____ my birthday.
→ “Birthday” is a specific day → use
on
✔ Answer:
C. on
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4. _____ the winter, this house is cold.
→ “Winter” is a season → use
in
✔ Answer:
A. in
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5. _____ the next few weeks, I will finish this novel.
→ “Next few weeks” is a period of time → use
in
✔ Answer:
A. in
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6. _____ the last day of November, we will say goodbye.
→ “Last day of November” is a specific date/day → use
on
✔ Answer:
C. on
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7. The clock chimes every day _____ twelve.
→ “Twelve” is a specific time (12 o’clock) → use
at
✔ Answer:
B. at
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8. I am going shopping _____ Saturday.
→ “Saturday” is a day → use
on
✔ Answer:
C. on
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Final Answer:
1. A
2. C
3. C
4. A
5. A
6. C
7. B
8. C
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of prepositions of time worksheet.
