Prepositions Of Time: In,On, & At Quiz

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Test your understanding of prepositions of time with our comprehensive quiz on 'In, On, & At'. Designed to enhance your grasp of these essential linguistic tools, this quiz offers a series of thought-provoking questions to assess your comprehension. Delve into the nuances of when to use 'in' for longer periods, 'on' for specific days or dates, and 'at' for precise moments in time. Explore scenarios that challenge your ability to apply these prepositions correctly in context. Whether you're a student honing your English skills or a language enthusiast seeking to refine your understanding, this quiz is an invaluable resource. Sharpen Read moreyour linguistic precision and expand your vocabulary with our engaging Prepositions of Time quiz today!


Prepositions of Time: In,On, & At Questions and Answers

  • 1. 

    My sister's birthday is ......... January.

    • A.

      In

    • B.

      On

    • C.

      At

    Correct Answer
    A. In
    Explanation
    The word "in" is used to indicate a specific month or year. In this case, the sentence is referring to a specific month, which is January. Therefore, the correct answer is "in."

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  • 2. 

    I get up .......... seven o'clock.

    • A.

      On

    • B.

      In

    • C.

      At

    Correct Answer
    C. At
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "at" because it is the most appropriate preposition to use when referring to a specific time. In this case, the phrase "at seven o'clock" indicates the exact time at which the person gets up.

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  • 3. 

    Christmas is .......... December 25th.

    • A.

      In

    • B.

      On

    • C.

      At

    Correct Answer
    B. On
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "on" because we use "on" to indicate specific days or dates. In this case, we are referring to December 25th, which is a specific date. Therefore, we use "on" to show that Christmas falls on December 25th.

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  • 4. 

    ............ Mondays I don't go to school.

    • A.

      On

    • B.

      At

    • C.

      In

    Correct Answer
    A. On
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "on" because when referring to days of the week, we use the preposition "on". So, the sentence should be "On Mondays, I don't go to school."

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  • 5. 

    Lisa plays football ......... the weekend.

    • A.

      In

    • B.

      On

    • C.

      At

    Correct Answer
    B. On
    Explanation
    The correct preposition is "on", as "on the weekend" is the proper usage when referring to specific days or periods like weekends. "In" is used for longer periods like months or years (e.g., "in January" or "in 2024"), and "at" is used for specific locations or times (e.g., "at noon" or "at the park"). Thus, the correct sentence is: "Lisa plays football on the weekend."

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  • 6. 

    ....... Mondays and Wednesdays we have English class.

    • A.

      In

    • B.

      On

    • C.

      At

    Correct Answer
    B. On
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "on". This is because "on" is used to indicate specific days of the week, such as Mondays and Wednesdays.

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  • 7. 

    Families get together ......... Christmas Day.

    • A.

      In

    • B.

      On

    • C.

      At

    Correct Answer
    B. On
    Explanation
    The preposition "on" is used to indicate a specific time or point in time. In this case, "on" is the correct preposition to use with the words "Christmas Day" because it refers to a specific day. Therefore, the correct sentence would be "Families get together on Christmas Day."

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  • 8. 

    ........... 1492  Christopher Columbus discovered America.

    • A.

      In

    • B.

      On

    • C.

      At

    Correct Answer
    A. In
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "in". This preposition is used to indicate a general time period or year. In this case, it is indicating that Christopher Columbus discovered America during the year 1492.

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  • 9. 

    It is always dark ......... night.

    • A.

      In

    • B.

      At

    • C.

      On

    Correct Answer
    B. At
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "at" because the preposition "at" is used to indicate a specific point or location in time. In this case, "at" is used to indicate a specific point in time, which is night. This means that darkness occurs specifically during the time of night.

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  • 10. 

    My father's birthday is ........... summer.

    • A.

      At

    • B.

      On

    • C.

      In

    Correct Answer
    C. In
    Explanation
    The correct answer is "in". This is because "in" is used to indicate a specific season, such as summer. So, the sentence should be "My father's birthday is in summer."

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Juliette is a middle school English teacher at Sacred Heart of Greenwich, Connecticut. Juliette earned a BA in English/Language Arts Teacher Education from Elon University and an MA in Teaching Writing from Johns Hopkins University. She holds a Classroom Teacher license from the Connecticut State Department of Education. Juliette possesses strong skills in English language arts, writing, editing, and literature study. She has a deep passion for working with young people and contributing to the education of America's youth in the classroom.

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