Understanding the Verb 'To Be' in English

The video tutorial explains the use of the verb 'to be' in the present tense, covering its application with adjectives, prepositions, and locations. It also discusses contractions, negative forms, and how to form questions. The tutorial emphasizes the simplicity of English compared to Portuguese and concludes with the instructor's teaching philosophy and goals.

Which of the following is NOT a form of the verb 'to be' in the present tense?

• am

• is

• are

• was

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CCSS.L.5.1.B-D

CCSS.L.5.1C

CCSS.L.5.1D

CCSS.L.4.1B

CCSS.L.3.1E

In English, how many forms does the verb 'to be' have in the present tense?

• Two

• Three

• Four

• Five

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CCSS.L.5.1.B-D

CCSS.L.5.1C

CCSS.L.5.1D

CCSS.L.4.1B

CCSS.L.3.1E

What is the equivalent of 'eu sou' in English?

• We are

• He is

• You are

• I am

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CCSS.L.4.1B

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.2.6

CCSS.L.1.1E

CCSS.L.1.4C

How many variations of the verb 'to be' exist in Portuguese?

• 12

• 5

• 8

• 10

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CCSS.L.3.1A

Which of the following adjectives does NOT change based on gender or number in English?

• Bonitos

• Bonita

• Bonito

• Beautiful

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CCSS.L.4.1B

CCSS.L.3.1A

CCSS.L.2.6

CCSS.L.1.1E

CCSS.L.1.4C

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

• be

• is

• am

• are

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CCSS.L.2.2C

Which contraction is correct for 'I am'?

• I'r

• I's

• I'be

• I'm

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CCSS.L.2.2C

How do you say 'we are at work' using a contraction?

• We'r at work

• We's at work

• We're at work

• We'be at work

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CCSS.L.4.1C

CCSS.L.2.1F

CCSS.L.1.1J

What is the negative form of 'he is'?

• He be not

• He am not

• He are not

• He is not

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CCSS.L.5.1.B-D

CCSS.L.5.1C

CCSS.L.5.1D

CCSS.L.4.1B

CCSS.L.3.1E

How do you form a question with 'you are'?

• Is you

• Are you be

• You are

• Are you

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CCSS.L.5.1C

CCSS.L.5.1D

CCSS.L.5.1.B-D

CCSS.L.4.1B

CCSS.L.3.1E