Common Grammar Mistakes

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What is the correct form of 'to be' for the first person plural?

Back

The correct form is 'are'. For example, 'We are happy.'

Front

What is the difference between 'their', 'there', and 'they're'?

Back

'Their' is possessive, 'there' indicates a place, and 'they're' is a contraction for 'they are'.

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When should you capitalize the first word in a sentence?

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You should always capitalize the first word in a sentence.

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What is the correct contraction for 'do not'?

Back

The correct contraction is 'don't'.

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What is the correct form of 'to have' for the third person singular?

Back

The correct form is 'has'. For example, 'She has a cat.'

Front

What is the difference between 'to', 'too', and 'two'?

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'To' is a preposition, 'too' means also or excessively, and 'two' is the number 2.

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What is the correct form of 'to do' for the third person singular in negative sentences?

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The correct form is 'doesn't'. For example, 'He doesn't like ice cream.'

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What is the correct way to write the word for a large number of items?

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The correct word is 'many'. For example, 'There are many books on the shelf.'

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What is the correct way to express a sequence of events?

Back

Use transitional words like 'first', 'then', and 'finally'.

Front

What is the correct form of 'to be' for the second person singular?

Back

The correct form is 'are'. For example, 'You are my friend.'