Basic Vocabulary and Simple Present Tense

Study Notes

Basic Vocabulary

Everyday Activities:
- Wake up, brush teeth, go to school, eat breakfast, do homework, watch TV, go to bed.
Time Expressions:
- In the morning, in the afternoon, in the evening, at night, every day, once a week, on weekends.
Common Verbs:
- Play, study, read, write, listen, speak, eat, drink.

Simple Present Tense

Structure:
- Subject + base form of the verb (add "s" or "es" for third-person singular).
Usage:
- To describe habits, routines, and general truths.
Examples:
- I play soccer.
- She studies English.
- They go to school every day.

Questions And Answers

Forming Questions:
- Yes/No Questions: Do/Does + subject + base verb?
  - Example: Do you like pizza?
- WH- Questions: WH-word + do/does + subject + base verb?
  - Example: Where do you go on weekends?
Common Responses:
- Yes, I do. / No, I don’t.
- I go to the park.

Writing

Sentence Formation:
- Start with a subject, followed by a verb, and complete with an object or complement.
- Use correct punctuation and capitalization.
Paragraph Structure:
- Start with a topic sentence, provide supporting details, and end with a concluding sentence.
Practice Prompts:
- Write about your daily routine.
- Describe your favorite hobby using the simple present tense.

Basic Vocabulary

Everyday Activities: Common tasks include waking up, brushing teeth, going to school, eating breakfast, doing homework, watching TV, and going to bed.
Time Expressions: Use phrases like "in the morning," "in the afternoon," "in the evening," "at night," "every day," "once a week," and "on weekends" to indicate when activities occur.
Common Verbs: Essential verbs for daily conversation include "play," "study," "read," "write," "listen," "speak," "eat," and "drink."

Simple Present Tense

Structure: The format is subject + base form of the verb; add "s" or "es" for third-person singular forms.
Usage: Primarily used to convey habits, routines, and universally accepted truths.
Examples: Illustrative sentences include "I play soccer," "She studies English," and "They go to school every day."

Questions And Answers

Forming Questions:
- Yes/No Questions follow the pattern: Do/Does + subject + base verb (e.g., "Do you like pizza?").
- WH- Questions begin with a WH-word followed by do/does + subject + base verb (e.g., "Where do you go on weekends?").
Common Responses: Typical answers include affirmations like "Yes, I do" or "No, I don’t," as well as specific statements like "I go to the park."

Writing

Sentence Formation: Begin sentences with a subject, followed by a verb, and finish with either an object or a complement; maintain correct punctuation and capitalization.
Paragraph Structure: Consists of a topic sentence, supporting details, and a concluding sentence to encapsulate the main idea.
Practice Prompts: Engage in writing exercises about personal daily routines or favorite hobbies using the simple present tense for practice.

Description

This quiz covers basic vocabulary related to everyday activities, common verbs, and time expressions. It also focuses on the structure and usage of the simple present tense, including how to form questions and responses. Perfect for beginners looking to strengthen their English language skills!