Time expressions

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Whether we like it or not, our modern lives are ruled by the clock. Let's study one of the basics in this lesson: how to tell the time. We'll also meet the expressions: "I'm going to be late!", "I'm going to be early!" and "I'm going to be on time!" 

Learn how to use words like 'always', 'never' and 'sometimes'. 

Learn how to answer questions with 'how long' using the words 'for' and 'since'. 

Learn how to answer questions with 'how long' using the words 'for' and 'since'.