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How is the ending -s pronounced when it follows a voiceless consonant?
How is the ending -s pronounced when it follows a voiceless consonant?
The ending -es is used for verbs ending in s, ss, ch, tch, or x.
The ending -es is used for verbs ending in s, ss, ch, tch, or x.
True
What are the special forms of the verbs 'to have' and 'to be' in the third person?
What are the special forms of the verbs 'to have' and 'to be' in the third person?
'has' and 'is'
The pronouns HE and SHE are used as __________ in a sentence.
The pronouns HE and SHE are used as __________ in a sentence.
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Match the following personal pronouns with their respective roles:
Match the following personal pronouns with their respective roles:
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Which of the following verbs has an exception in the third person form?
Which of the following verbs has an exception in the third person form?
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The pronoun HIS is a possessive pronoun.
The pronoun HIS is a possessive pronoun.
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When pronouncing -s after a voiced consonant, it is pronounced as __________.
When pronouncing -s after a voiced consonant, it is pronounced as __________.
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Study Notes
Pronunciation of -s in Third Person
- The pronunciation of the suffix -s varies depending on whether the preceding consonant is voiced or voiceless.
- For verbs ending in s, ss, ch, tch, or x (sibilants or sibilants), the -es ending is added, pronounced as [ɪz].
Exceptions to the Rule
- Few exceptions exist. The verbs to go and to do have special forms.
- The verbs to have and to be also have special forms.
HE, SHE, IT Pronouns
- To avoid confusion between HE/SHE and HIM/HER: HE and SHE are subjects (go before the verb), and HIM and HER are objects (following the verb, indicating the recipient of the action).
- HIS and HER are possessive pronouns (precede nouns, indicating possession, e.g., "his/her sister").
Third Person Singular Pronouns
- With HE, SHE, and IT, verbs change their endings. The pronunciation of the ending varies (pay attention to phonetic subtleties for easier learning).
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Description
Explore the nuances of pronouncing the suffix -s in third person singular verbs. This quiz covers rules, exceptions, and the use of pronouns like HE, SHE, and IT. Enhance your understanding of English pronunciation with these essential details.
