Verbs

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What is a verb?

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A verb is a word that describes an action, occurrence, or state of being.

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Give an example of an action verb.

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Run, jump, swim, and dance are examples of action verbs.

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What is the difference between 'loose' and 'lose'?

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'Loose' means not tight, while 'lose' means to no longer have something.

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What does 'affect' mean?

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To affect means to have an influence on something.

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What does 'effect' mean?

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An effect is the result or outcome of a cause.

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What is the correct verb to use: 'hear' or 'listen'?

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'Listen' means to pay attention to sounds, while 'hear' means to perceive sounds.

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When do we use 'arrive at' vs 'arrive in'?

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'Arrive at' is used for specific places (like a building), while 'arrive in' is used for larger areas (like a city or country).

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What is a transitive verb?

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A transitive verb is a verb that requires one or more objects.

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What is an intransitive verb?

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An intransitive verb does not require an object to complete its meaning.

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What is the past tense of 'go'?

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The past tense of 'go' is 'went'.