Understanding 'Is' and 'Are' in English

This video lesson by Lucy covers the usage of 'is' and 'are' in English grammar. It begins with an introduction to the topic, followed by explanations of basic rules, collective nouns, and common confusions. The lesson also addresses compound subjects, the use of 'there is' and 'there are', and indefinite pronouns. A quiz at the end helps reinforce the learning. The video emphasizes that while grammar rules are important, confidence in speaking is key.

What is the main focus of today's lesson?

• Understanding the difference between 'is' and 'are'

• Improving writing skills

• Learning new vocabulary

• Practicing pronunciation

Which form of the verb 'to be' is used with 'he', 'she', and 'it'?

• 'are'

• 'is'

• 'am'

• 'be'

In British English, how do you decide whether to use 'is' or 'are' with collective nouns?

• Depends on whether you view the group as individuals or as a single entity

• Always use 'are'

• Depends on the context of the sentence

• Always use 'is'

Which of the following sentences is correct in American English?

• The government are working on new policy.

• The government is working on new policy.

• The government is working on new policies.

• The government are working on new policies.

How should you treat nouns that end in 's' like 'measles' or 'maths'?

• As singular nouns

• As plural nouns

• As uncountable nouns

• Depends on the context

When a sentence has more than one noun or pronoun as the subject joined by 'and', which form of the verb 'to be' should be used?

• 'are'

• 'is'

• Depends on the first noun

• Depends on the last noun

Which form of the verb 'to be' should be used with 'either' and 'neither' when they are followed by singular nouns?

• Both are correct

• Depends on the context

• 'is'

• 'are'

In informal British English, which form of the verb 'to be' might you hear with singular subjects?

• 'are'

• 'is'

• Both are correct

• Neither is correct

Which of the following sentences is correct?

• Neither of them are capable to fix the fault.

• Neither of them are capable of fixing the fault.

• Neither of them is capable of fixing the fault.

• Neither of them is capable to fix the fault.

What should you use when the first item in a list is a plural noun?

• 'are'

• 'is'

• Both are correct

• Depends on the context