My shift ends at about 5:30 pm.

[Learner_2010]

English Grammar Tests, Elementary Level

ESL/EFL Test #160 "Daily Activities: Verbs (1)", question 10

Then, I work for the rest of the day. My shift ......... at about 5:30 pm. This is when I finish work and I can go home for the day.

(a) moves
(b) ends
(c) takes
(d) sets

English Grammar Tests, Elementary Level

ESL/EFL Test #160 "Daily Activities: Verbs (1)", answer 10

Then, I work for the rest of the day. My shift ends at about 5:30 pm. This is when I finish work and I can go home for the day.

Correct answer: (b) ends
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would it be right if I say " I work rest of the day"

please explain the difference

for rest of the day
rest of the day
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[Mister Micawber]

'For the rest of the day' only is acceptable.
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[Learner_2010]

thank you !
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[Saneta]

,,...and I can go home for the day'',shouldn't it be: ,,and I can go home for the rest of the day''?
if not, why there is only:,,for the day''?
thanks..

[Mister Micawber]

It is probably a bit late in the day to use the fixed phrase 'go home for the day', but it is just that: a fixed phrase. The days' work is done.

You could say 'for the rest of the day' if you like, however.
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