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English · Q345

Preposition

Competitive Exams · English · question 345

Q345

Fred is away at the moment. I don't know exactly when he's coming back but I'm sure he'll be back . . . . . . . . Monday.

A.
at
B.
in
C.
by
Answer
D.
until

Answer: Option C

Solution

Answer: Option C
Solution:
As a preposition of time, 'by' means before a specific time. 'By' shows a time limit for something to happen. An event must happen before a specific time is reached. For example - Please send me the report by Tuesday.