Correct usage of 'be' verbs
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Which sentence demonstrates the correct usage of the verb 'am'?

  • She am a doctor.
  • You am my best friend.
  • They am going to the store.
  • I am learning English. (correct)

Choose the sentence that correctly uses the verb 'is'.

  • He is a talented musician. (correct)
  • They is playing soccer.
  • I is happy.
  • We is going to the park.

Which sentence correctly uses the verb 'are'?

  • You are always on time. (correct)
  • He are running late.
  • She are my classmate.
  • It are a big problem.

Select the sentence that correctly uses a negative form of a 'be' verb.

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Identify the sentence where the 'be' verb is used incorrectly.

<p>I are going to the library. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following sentences demonstrates the correct use of 'are' with the pronoun 'you'?

<p>You are both invited. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which sentence is the 'be' verb used to describe a state of being?

<p>I am a teacher. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which sentence uses the correct 'be' verb in relation to the subject?

<p>The children are playing. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following sentences correctly uses a form of the verb 'to be' to describe a state of being?

<p>We are planning a surprise party. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Identify the sentence where the verb 'to be' is used incorrectly.

<p>She am going to the library. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which sentence is grammatically correct, using the appropriate form of the verb 'to be'?

<p>My favorite pair of shoes is on sale this week. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Choose the sentence that correctly uses 'are' in conjunction with a compound subject.

<p>Pizza and salad are what I want for dinner. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following best explains the grammatical rule for using 'are'?

<p>'Are' is used with plural nouns and the pronoun 'you'. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Select the sentence that maintains subject-verb agreement with 'are' in a complex sentence structure.

<p>What I need, and what my friends also require, are dedication and a good attitude. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which scenario is the use of 'are' grammatically justified?

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Flashcards

What are 'am', 'is', and 'are'?

"Am", "is", and "are" are forms of the verb "to be". They describe the state or condition.

When do you use 'am'?

"Am" is used only with the pronoun "I."

When do you use 'is'?

"Is" is used with singular nouns or pronouns (he, she, it).

When do you use 'are'?

"Are" is used with plural nouns/pronouns (we, you, they).

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How to make 'am' negative?

To form a negative sentence with "am", add "not" after "am".

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How to make 'is' negative?

To form a negative sentence with "is", add "not" after "is".

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How to make 'are' negative?

To form a negative sentence with "are", add "not" after "are".

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Which be-verb goes with "you"?

When referring to "you", always use "are", whether singular or plural.

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Forms of "to be"

"Am", "is", and "are" are forms of the verb "to be" used to describe the state or condition of a noun.

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When to use "am"

"Am" is a form of "to be" used only with the pronoun "I."

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When to use "is"

"Is" is a form of "to be" used with singular nouns: one person, place, thing, or idea.

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When to use "are"

"Are" is a form of "to be" used with plural nouns and the pronoun "you."

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Fill in the blank

To complete a sentence, read the sentence and determine whether the noun is singular, plural, or the pronoun "I" or "you".

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How to correct sentences

In sentence correction, identify the subject, and then ensure the correct form (am, is, are) is used with the identified subject.

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Paragraph completion

To complete a paragraph choose 'am', 'is', or 'are' based on the subject of each sentence within the paragraph.

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Example sentences using ARE

Using "are": They are playing outside. You are very kind. The books are on the table.

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Study Notes

  • The verb "to be" includes "am", "is", and "are".
  • These words are used to describe the state or condition of a person, place, thing, or idea.
  • Understanding how to use "am," "is," and "are" correctly in sentences is important.
  • These forms also help to show the relationship between a subject and something about that subject.

Be Verb "am"

  • "Am" is used exclusively with the pronoun "I".
  • Positive form: I + am = I am (e.g., I am a student).
  • Negative form: I + am + not = I am not (e.g., I am not hungry).

Be Verb "is"

  • "Is" is used to refer to one person, thing, or idea.
  • Positive form: He/She/It + is (e.g., She is a teacher).
  • Negative form: He/She/It + is + not (e.g., He is not asleep).

Be Verb "are"

  • "Are" is used with plural subjects.
  • "Are" is also used with the pronouns "you," "they," and "we."
  • Positive form: We/You/They + are (e.g., They are friends).
  • Negative form: We/You/They + are + not (e.g., We are not ready).

The "you" + "are"

  • When using the pronoun "you", always pair it with "are".
  • This rule applies when addressing both one person and multiple people.
  • When talking to one person: You are my friend.
  • When talking to several people: You are my friends.

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Test your knowledge about the correct usage of 'be' verbs. Practice identifying the correct conjugation of 'am', 'is', and 'are' in different sentences. This quiz will help you to differentiate between correct and incorrect usage of the verb 'to be'.

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