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In English, the 24-hour time format is widely used.
In English, the 24-hour time format is widely used.
False
To indicate 15 minutes past the hour, use the phrase 'quarter to'.
To indicate 15 minutes past the hour, use the phrase 'quarter to'.
False
When responding to time questions in spoken English, you should state the time as 'two-five'.
When responding to time questions in spoken English, you should state the time as 'two-five'.
False
The preposition 'at' is used to specify the time of events in English.
The preposition 'at' is used to specify the time of events in English.
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Time of day in English can be expressed as: in the morning, in the afternoon, in the evening, or at noon.
Time of day in English can be expressed as: in the morning, in the afternoon, in the evening, or at noon.
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Match the following time expressions with their correct usage:
Match the following time expressions with their correct usage:
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Match the following phrases with their correct time indication:
Match the following phrases with their correct time indication:
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Match the following responses with their corresponding time questions:
Match the following responses with their corresponding time questions:
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Match the following formats with their appropriate uses:
Match the following formats with their appropriate uses:
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Match the following phrases with their correct meaning:
Match the following phrases with their correct meaning:
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Study Notes
- To ask for the time in English, use phrases like "What time is it now?" or "What's the time?"
- Responses to time questions follow the formula: It is + [number] + o'clock (e.g., It's ten o'clock).
- In English, the 24-hour time format is not commonly used; instead, use a.m. for morning hours and p.m. for evening hours.
- To indicate approximate time, use phrases like "quarter past" for 15 minutes past the hour, "quarter to" for 15 minutes before the hour, and "half past" for 30 minutes past the hour.
- In spoken English, you can respond to time questions more simply by stating the numbers seen on the clock (e.g., "two zero five" for 2:05).
- Use the preposition "at" to specify the time of events (e.g., "at 3 p.m.").
- Time of day in English can be expressed as: in the morning, in the afternoon, in the evening, or at night.
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Test your knowledge of asking and telling time in English, including phrases, format, and prepositions commonly used. Learn how to express precise time, approximate time, and time of day in spoken and written English.
