Language Function and Construction: Using Verbs and Verb Phrases, Part 2

The video tutorial explains present tense verbs, which describe actions happening now or regularly. It provides examples such as 'talk', 'text', 'walk', 'play', and 'work'. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of adding an 'S' to the verb when the subject is a third person singular, like 'the boy' or 'the dog'. It contrasts this with subjects like 'I', 'we', or 'they', where no 'S' is added. The video aims to help learners understand the correct usage of present tense verbs and subject-verb agreement.

What are present tense verbs and how do they function in a sentence?

Explain the rule for adding 'S' to present tense verbs.

Provide examples of sentences using present tense verbs.

How does the subject affect the form of the verb in present tense?

What happens to the verb when the subject is 'I', 'we', or 'they'?