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What does the expression 'still' indicate?
What does the expression 'still' indicate?
- An event is happening right now (correct)
- An event or action has not taken place yet
- Something has happened before it was expected
- An option is being considered but not chosen
How is the word 'already' typically used?
How is the word 'already' typically used?
- To indicate an event or action that has not occurred yet
- To describe ongoing events
- To express doubt about future actions
- To convey an action that happened earlier than expected (correct)
What does the word 'yet' suggest about a decision?
What does the word 'yet' suggest about a decision?
- No decision has been made yet (correct)
- The decision will not be made
- The decision has been made decisively
- The decision was made in advance
Which of the following is an appropriate example of using 'still'?
Which of the following is an appropriate example of using 'still'?
How does 'already' differ from 'yet' in usage?
How does 'already' differ from 'yet' in usage?
In which scenario would the use of 'yet' be most appropriate?
In which scenario would the use of 'yet' be most appropriate?
Study Notes
Expressions of quantity are used to describe how much or many things there are. These expressions help us quantify various aspects of our daily lives. Here's a discussion on three common expressions of quantity: still, already, and yet.
Still
To express that something is happening right now, we can use the expression "still." For example, if you're watching a movie and it's raining outside, you might say "It's still raining out," meaning that even though the movie has been playing for some time, it's still raining when you look out the window.
Already
The expression "already" conveys that something has happened before it was expected. If you have your Christmas tree up and someone asks why, you could respond, "I put it up already!" This means you did it earlier than anticipated.
Yet
The word "yet" indicates that an event or action has not taken place, despite having occurred previously. It also implies doubt regarding whether this will happen. For instance, you might say, "He hasn't decided yet," which means he's considering his options but hasn't made a choice up until the present moment.
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Description
Discover the meanings and usage of common expressions of quantity like 'still', 'already', and 'yet'. Learn how these expressions are used in different contexts to convey specific time-related information.
