Sit/Set, Lie/Lay, Rise/Raise

Front

What is the difference between 'sit' and 'set'?

Back

'Sit' means to take a seat or to be in a seated position. 'Set' means to place something down.

Front

When do we use 'lie' vs 'lay'?

Back

'Lie' means to recline or be in a horizontal position, while 'lay' means to put something down.

Front

Provide an example of 'sit' in a sentence.

Back

Please sit down and relax.

Front

Provide an example of 'set' in a sentence.

Back

She set the table for dinner.

Front

Provide an example of 'lie' in a sentence.

Back

I like to lie on the grass and watch the clouds.

Front

Provide an example of 'lay' in a sentence.

Back

He will lay the book on the shelf.

Front

What is the past tense of 'sit'?

Back

Sat.

Front

What is the past tense of 'set'?

Back

Set.

Front

What is the past tense of 'lie'?

Back

Lay.

Front

What is the past tense of 'lay'?

Back

Laid.