IT'S FROM 7:00 A.M. TO 10:15 A.M.

 The phrase "It's from 7:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m." refers to an event or activity with a specific start and end time in the morning. In this lesson, learners will practice talking about time, schedules, and durations. This topic will help learners describe events that have set time frames, reinforcing the use of prepositions of time and the present simple tense.

Grammar Focus

1. Prepositions of Time:

   • From... to... is used to describe the start and end time of an event.
     • Example: The class is from 7:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.

2. Present Simple Tense: Used to describe scheduled events, routines, and facts.

   • Example: The meeting starts at 7:00 a.m. and ends at 10:15 a.m.

3. Telling Time:

   • a.m. is used to refer to times in the morning.
   • p.m. is used to refer to times in the afternoon and evening.
   • Example: 7:00 a.m. is early in the morning.

Vocabulary

• Schedule: A plan that shows when things happen.
• Duration: The length of time something lasts.
• Morning: The time from sunrise to noon.
• Start: To begin something.
• End: To finish something.
• Break: A short period of rest.

Useful Expressions

• From [time] to [time]: Used to show the duration of an event.
  • Example: The class is from 7:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.
• What time does it start/end?: Asking for the starting or ending time.
  • Example: What time does the meeting start?
• It lasts for [time duration]: Describing how long something continues.
  • Example: It lasts for three hours.

Sentences

1. The workshop is from 7:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m., so make sure to arrive on time.
2. My shift at work is from 7:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. on weekdays.
3. Our breakfast meeting is scheduled from 7:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.
4. The class starts at 7:00 a.m. and ends at 10:15 a.m., with a short break in between.
5. The store is open from 7:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. during the holiday season.

Questions and Answers

1. When does the event start and end?
   It starts at 7:00 a.m. and ends at 10:15 a.m.

2. What time is the meeting?
   The meeting is from 7:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.

3. How long is the class?
   The class lasts for three hours and fifteen minutes, from 7:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.

4. Do you work from 7:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m. every day?
   No, I only work those hours on Mondays and Wednesdays.

5. Is the event in the morning or the afternoon?
   It’s in the morning, from 7:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.

Conversation

John: What time does the seminar start?
Lucy: It’s from 7:00 a.m. to 10:15 a.m.
John: That’s early! Do we have a break during the seminar?
Lucy: Yes, there’s a 15-minute break around 9:00 a.m.
John: Great! I’ll make sure to be there on time.
Lucy: See you then!

Reading Practice

The conference is scheduled for tomorrow morning. It starts at 7:00 a.m. and finishes at 10:15 a.m. The organizers decided to start early so they could cover all the topics. Participants are advised to arrive by 6:45 a.m. to check in and find their seats. The conference will include presentations, discussions, and a brief break around 9:00 a.m. Many attendees find that starting early allows them to be more productive during the day. The event’s duration of three hours and fifteen minutes is ideal for covering a lot of material without overwhelming the participants.