Preposition 1: Time & Dates

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1. Would you like to go to the beach _____ Sunday?

The word "on" is the correct answer because it is used to indicate a specific day or date. In this case, the question is asking if the person would like to go to the beach on Sunday.

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The word "on" is the correct answer because it is used to indicate a specific day or date. In this case, the question is asking if the person would like to go to the beach on Sunday.

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This quiz, titled 'Preposition 1: Time & Dates', assesses the correct use of prepositions in contexts related to days, dates, and times. It's designed to enhance understanding and usage of English prepositions, crucial for effective communication and language proficiency.

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2. I start work _____ 9 in the morning.

The word "at" is the correct answer because it is used to specify a specific time when an action or event takes place. In this case, the sentence is indicating that the speaker begins work specifically at 9 in the morning.

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3. I don't work _____ Fridays.

The correct answer is "on". The sentence is stating that the person does not work on Fridays. "On" is the correct preposition to use when referring to specific days of the week.

Explanation

The correct answer is "on". The sentence is stating that the person does not work on Fridays. "On" is the correct preposition to use when referring to specific days of the week.

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4. I was born _____ 1982.

The correct answer is "in" because it is used to indicate the year of birth. In this sentence, "in" is the correct preposition to use to show the year 1982 as the specific point in time when the person was born.

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5. I don't work _____ the weekend.

The word "at" is the correct answer because it is used to indicate a specific location or point in time. In this sentence, "at" is used to show that the person does not work during the weekend, specifying the time when they do not work.

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Would you like to go to the beach _____ Sunday?

I start work _____ 9 in the morning.

I don't work _____ Fridays.

I was born _____ 1982.

I don't work _____ the weekend.