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What is verb tense consistency?

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Verb tense consistency refers to the practice of keeping the same tense throughout a sentence or a series of sentences to avoid confusion.

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Why is verb tense consistency important?

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It helps maintain clarity and coherence in writing, making it easier for readers to understand the timeline of events.

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Identify the correct verb tense: 'The characters in a fable are usually animals that ___ human characteristics.'

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are given.

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Identify the incorrect verb tense: 'Many people ___ the fables with Aesop, but some ___ the animal fables to an imaginary author.'

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associate; attribute.

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What is the past tense of 'to go'?

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went.

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What is the present tense of 'to work'?

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work.

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Provide an example of a sentence with consistent verb tenses.

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Yesterday, I walked to the store and bought some milk.

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Provide an example of a sentence with inconsistent verb tenses.

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I walk to the store yesterday and buy some milk.

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What is the future tense of 'to win'?

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will win.

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What does 'personification' mean in literature?

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Personification is a literary device where human traits are attributed to non-human entities.