Basic Grammar Practice

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What is the Past Continuous tense?

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The Past Continuous tense describes actions that were ongoing in the past. It is formed using 'was/were' + verb ending in -ing. Example: 'She was writing a book.'

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When do we use the Present Simple tense?

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The Present Simple tense is used for habitual actions, general truths, and facts. Example: 'He plays soccer every Saturday.'

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What is the structure of a Past Simple sentence?

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The Past Simple tense describes completed actions in the past. It is formed using the past form of the verb. Example: 'They visited the museum.'

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How do you form a negative sentence in the Present Simple?

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To form a negative sentence in the Present Simple, use 'do not' (don't) or 'does not' (doesn't) + base form of the verb. Example: 'She doesn't like ice cream.'

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What is the Present Continuous tense?

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The Present Continuous tense describes actions that are currently happening. It is formed using 'am/is/are' + verb ending in -ing. Example: 'They are studying for the test.'

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What is the difference between 'know' and 'knows'?

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'Know' is used with I, you, we, they, while 'knows' is used with he, she, it. Example: 'I know the answer.' vs 'She knows the answer.'

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What is the correct form of the verb in the sentence: 'He ... (play) soccer yesterday'?

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The correct form is 'played'. The Past Simple of 'play' is 'played'.

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How do you ask a question in the Present Simple?

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To ask a question in the Present Simple, use 'do' or 'does' + subject + base form of the verb. Example: 'Do you like pizza?' or 'Does she play the piano?'

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What is the rule for spelling verbs ending in -y in the Present Simple?

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For verbs ending in -y, change -y to -ies for he, she, it. Example: 'He carries the bag.' (not 'carrys').

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What is the Past Simple form of 'go'?

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The Past Simple form of 'go' is 'went'. Example: 'They went to the park.'