Uses of Por
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For each of the following sentences, select the rule that describes how the word "por" is being used.
1. Nadó por la piscina.
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2. ¡Gracias por los aretes, Julia!
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3. Fui de vacaciones por dos meses.
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4. Me gusta esta programa por los actores.
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5. Viajamos por tren.
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A. To show movement within, through, along, or around an area
B. To indicate a length of time
C. to express a reason or motive
D. To show gratitude or express an apology
E. To indicate the means of communication or mode of transport
1. A. To show movement within, through, along, or around an area
2. D. To show gratitude or express an apology
3. B. To indicate a length of time
4. C. to express a reason or motive
5. E. To indicate the means of communication or mode of transport