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Verb Tenses and Forms
- Past tense of "send" is "sent," indicating an action completed in the past.
- Present continuous tense ("is looking") describes an ongoing action, while simple present ("looks") indicates a habitual action.
- Present tense ("is") is used for singular subjects; "are" is the plural form, but in contexts like news, "is" remains standard.
Pronouns and Self-Care
- "Himself," "herself," and "itself" are reflexive pronouns, indicating the subject performs the action on themselves.
- "Them" is a plural pronoun, while "a" and "an" are indefinite articles used before singular nouns.
Question Words
- "Which" is the appropriate interrogative pronoun to inquire about a specific item from a set.
- "Why" seeks reason, "What" asks for information, and "Whom" is used for a person, reflecting duties in grammar.
Possession and Demonstratives
- "Mine" and "yours" indicate ownership, while "my" and "your" are possessive adjectives.
- "This" and "that" refer to singular nouns near or far in space, while "these" refers to plural nouns that are nearby.
Time Expressions
- Use "in" for months (e.g., May) to indicate a period, while "on" typically refers to specific days.
- "From" refers to a starting point in time, while "since" indicates continuity from a past starting point.
Modal Verbs
- "Will," "shall," "should," and "would" express varying degrees of willingness, obligation, or suggestion regarding actions in the future.
- "Must" indicates a strong obligation, while "ought" suggests a recommendation or moral duty.
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Test your knowledge of English grammar with this quiz. Covering various aspects like verb tenses, pronouns, and articles, it's designed for learners at any level. Challenge yourself and improve your understanding of the English language!