why the verb start can be used along with the verb work?

[Murthini]

English Grammar Tests, Elementary Level

ESL/EFL Test #160 "Daily Activities: Verbs (1)", question 8

I ......... work at about 9:00 am. This is when I actually begin working at the office.

(a) run
(b) turn
(c) start
(d) be

English Grammar Tests, Elementary Level

ESL/EFL Test #160 "Daily Activities: Verbs (1)", answer 8

I start work at about 9:00 am. This is when I actually begin working at the office.

Correct answer: (c) start

Your answer was: correct
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can i ask you? why the verb start can be used along with the verb work, thanks.

[Beeesneees]

'Work' is not a verb in this sentence. 'Start' is the verb. 'Work' is a noun here. It is the object and in this particular sentence it refers to your job.
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[StJordi]

Hello,in this case it could be said start working or stop working.Many thanks in advance,I'm a enthuastic student of English and I believe the habit of doing a test daily keeps my english fresh and casual.