Understanding the Use of “By” in Future Contexts: B1 Level Exercise
In this activity, you will see around 10 sentences with a blank space. Your task is to choose the correct option from 3 possible answers. Only one is correct. At the end, you will see a summary with the correct answers and explanations, so you can learn and improve. Good luck!
The word by is used in English to indicate the time at which something will happen or has happened. It is often used to express a deadline or a specific point in time when an action will be completed.
For example, if you say, “I will finish my homework by 5 PM,” it means that you will complete your homework at or before 5 PM.
Examples:
- “She will arrive by noon.” (This means she will arrive at or before noon.)
- “The project is due by Friday.” (The project must be submitted at or before Friday.)
Common mistakes include using by incorrectly with specific times or dates. Remember, by indicates the latest time something can happen, not when it must happen exactly.
Tips:
- Use by when you want to emphasize a deadline.
- Remember that by can also be used to indicate a range of time, such as “by the end of the week.”
How to practice:
To improve your understanding of by, try creating sentences about your daily schedule using by. For example, “I will leave for work by 8 AM.” You can also practice with friends by asking them about their plans and deadlines.
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Preguntas frecuentes
What does by mean in English?
In English, ‘by’ indicates a deadline or the latest time something will happen.
How do I use by in a sentence?
You can use ‘by’ to express when something will be completed, for example, ‘I will submit the report by Monday.’
Can by be used with specific times?
Yes, ‘by’ can be used with specific times to indicate that something will happen at or before that time.
What are some common mistakes with by?
A common mistake is using ‘by’ to indicate an exact time instead of a deadline. Remember, it means at or before.
Is by used only for time?
‘By’ is primarily used for time, but it can also indicate means or method, such as ‘by train’.
Can I use by for dates?
Yes, you can use ‘by’ for dates, for example, ‘Please finish the assignment by the end of the month.’
How can I practice using by?
You can practice by writing sentences about your plans or deadlines using ‘by’.
Where can I learn more about by?
You can learn more about ‘by’ at dimeloeningles.com, a platform for learning English with interactive exercises, clear explanations, guided practice, conversation clubs, and close support.
