Expressions with BE (about to, due to, on the verge to, etc)

The video tutorial explores various expressions using the verb 'to be' to indicate future intentions. It covers expressions like 'be about to' for immediate future actions, 'be due to' and 'set to' for expected actions, 'be bound to' and 'sure to' for destined actions, 'be looking to' for planned actions, and 'aiming to' for intended actions. Each expression is explained with examples to illustrate its use in different contexts.

What is the main focus of the lesson introduced at the beginning?

• The verb 'to be' in past tense

• The use of adjectives in English

• Expressions indicating future intentions

• Common English idioms

Which expression indicates an immediate future action?

• 'To be set to'

• 'To be bound to'

• 'To be looking to'

• 'To be about to'

What does the expression 'on the brink of' imply?

• An immediate past action

• A completed action

• An important future action

• A hypothetical situation

What does 'due to' suggest in terms of future actions?

• An expected or scheduled event

• A hypothetical event

• A past event

• An unexpected event

Which expression means 'destined to'?

• 'To be looking to'

• 'To be set to'

• 'To be about to'

• 'To be bound to'

What does 'looking to' imply about future actions?

• A completed action

• A hypothetical action

• A planned or intended action

• An immediate action

What is the meaning of 'sure to' in the context of future events?

• A hypothetical event

• A past event

• An unlikely event

• A certain or likely event