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.
2. ¡Gracias por los aretes, Julia!
3. Fui de vacaciones por dos meses.
4. Me gusta esta programa por los actors.
5. Viajamos por tren.
Answers:
To show movement within, through, along, or around an area
To indicate a length of time
To express a reason or motive
To show gratitude or express an apology
To indicate the means of communication or mode of transport
choose the correct answers for each question
1. To show movement within, through, along, or around an area
2. To show gratitude or express an apology
3. To indicate a length of time
4. To show a reason or motive
5. To indicate the means of communication or mode of transport