Prepositions of time and place are one of the most important topics in English grammar. The words In, On, and At are used very often, but students frequently get confused about when and where to use each one.
About This Worksheet
This worksheet contains 20 practice sentences designed to help students:
- Understand prepositions of time, place, and position.
- Use “in,” “on,” and “at” correctly.
- Write more accurate sentences.
- Prepare for exams and class tests.
- Avoid common grammar mistakes.
Who Is This For? This worksheet is best for students in Class 3, Class 4, Class 5, and Class 6, as well as beginners learning English.
Rules for Using In, On, and At
1. In Use “in” for general time periods and large places.
- Time: Years, months, seasons, and parts of the day (like morning or evening).
- Place: Large places like cities and countries, or inside enclosed spaces.
- Examples: in 2015, in the morning, in Mumbai.
2. On Use “on” for specific days and surfaces.
- Time: Days of the week and specific dates.
- Place: Things resting on a surface.
- Examples: on Monday, on Sunday, on the table.
3. At Use “at” for very specific times and locations.
- Time: Exact clock times and the word “night.”
- Place: Specific points or locations.
- Examples: at 6 o’clock, at night, at the park.
