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Which grammatical concept describes applying the correct form of a verb based on a sentence's subject?
Which grammatical concept describes applying the correct form of a verb based on a sentence's subject?
- Subject-verb agreement (correct)
- Determiners
- Modals
- Tenses
What is the primary function of 'determiners' in a sentence?
What is the primary function of 'determiners' in a sentence?
- To connect clauses and phrases
- To express possibility or necessity
- To modify nouns and pronouns (correct)
- To indicate the time or state of an action
How can 'reported speech' be distinguished from direct speech?
How can 'reported speech' be distinguished from direct speech?
- It always includes a specific verb
- It uses the present tense
- It primarily focuses on actions
- It often uses past tense verbs (correct)
Which of the following is a key characteristic of 'modals' in English grammar?
Which of the following is a key characteristic of 'modals' in English grammar?
What grammatical topic likely forms the foundation for creating fill-in-the-blank questions?
What grammatical topic likely forms the foundation for creating fill-in-the-blank questions?
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Determiners
Determiners
Words that introduce nouns and clarify their references.
Tenses
Tenses
Verb forms that indicate time of action (past, present, future).
Modals
Modals
Auxiliary verbs that express necessity, possibility, or permission.
Subject-verb agreement
Subject-verb agreement
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Reported speech
Reported speech
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Study Notes
Grammar Topics
- Determiners: A category of words that introduce nouns, specifying their reference. Examples include "the," "a," "an," "some," and "many."
- Tenses: Various verb forms that indicate the time of an action or state. Examples include present, past, future, and perfect tenses.
- Modals: Auxiliary verbs used to express modality, like ability, permission, or possibility. Examples include "can," "should," "must," "would."
- Subject-Verb Agreement: A grammatical rule ensuring that verbs match the number (singular or plural) of their subjects.
- Reported Speech: A method of reporting someone else's words or statements. This often changes the structure of a statement from direct speech to indirect.
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