FLASHCARD 1

Front

What does 'used to' indicate in a sentence?

Back

It indicates repeated past actions or states that no longer happen.

Front

Provide an example of a correct usage of 'used to'.

Back

I used to play soccer when I was a child.

Front

What is the structure for comparing two things using 'as ... as'?

Back

The structure is 'as + adjective + as'.

Front

Provide an example of a correct comparison using 'as ... as'.

Back

She runs as fast as her brother.

Front

What is the purpose of the past continuous tense?

Back

To describe an action happening at a specific moment in the past.

Front

Provide an example of a sentence in the past continuous tense.

Back

I was watching TV when the phone rang.

Front

What is the difference between 'used to' and 'was/were used to'?

Back

'Used to' refers to past habits, while 'was/were used to' indicates familiarity with a situation.

Front

Provide an example of 'was used to' in a sentence.

Back

I was used to the cold weather after living in Canada.

Front

What is the correct form of 'to be' in the past continuous for 'he'?

Back

He was.

Front

What is the correct form of 'to be' in the past continuous for 'they'?

Back

They were.