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In the simple present tense, what form of the verb 'to be' should be used with the subject 'he'?
In the simple present tense, what form of the verb 'to be' should be used with the subject 'he'?
Which form of the verb 'to have' is correct for the singular subject 'she' in the simple present tense?
Which form of the verb 'to have' is correct for the singular subject 'she' in the simple present tense?
What is the correct form of the verb 'watch' to use with the plural subject 'we' in the simple present tense?
What is the correct form of the verb 'watch' to use with the plural subject 'we' in the simple present tense?
Which form of the verb 'carry' is used in the simple present tense?
Which form of the verb 'carry' is used in the simple present tense?
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For the subject 'we,' what is the correct form of the verb 'study' in the simple present tense?
For the subject 'we,' what is the correct form of the verb 'study' in the simple present tense?
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Which verb form should be paired with the subject 'I' in the simple present tense for the verb 'work'?
Which verb form should be paired with the subject 'I' in the simple present tense for the verb 'work'?
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'They' as a subject corresponds to which form of the verb 'play' in the simple present tense?
'They' as a subject corresponds to which form of the verb 'play' in the simple present tense?
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Which verb form is used for third person singular in 'She carries groceries to her car'?
Which verb form is used for third person singular in 'She carries groceries to her car'?
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What is the third person singular form of the verb 'watch' according to the text?
What is the third person singular form of the verb 'watch' according to the text?
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In the sentence 'He watches a documentary on his TV,' what verb form is used for 'He'?
In the sentence 'He watches a documentary on his TV,' what verb form is used for 'He'?
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Which of the following is true about verbs like 'carry' and 'watch'?
Which of the following is true about verbs like 'carry' and 'watch'?
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When writing or speaking English, why is it essential to maintain correct subject-verb agreement?
When writing or speaking English, why is it essential to maintain correct subject-verb agreement?
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'She __ to school every day.' Which word correctly completes the sentence?
'She __ to school every day.' Which word correctly completes the sentence?
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'Tom __ the news every morning.' Which word correctly completes the sentence?
'Tom __ the news every morning.' Which word correctly completes the sentence?
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Study Notes
Simple Present Subject-Verb Agreement with Regular Verbs
When constructing sentences in the simple present tense, it's essential to ensure proper subject-verb agreement with regular verbs. This article will guide you through common regular verbs and their conjugations with subject pronouns such as I, you, he/she/it, and we/they.
Is/Are and Simple Present Tense
Singular subjects like "I," "he," or "she" take the base form of the verb in the simple present tense when the verb is "to be" (i.e., "is" for third person singular or "am" for the first person singular). For example:
- I speak English.
- He reads books.
- She dances salsa.
Has/Have and Simple Present Tense
For singular subjects like "he" or "she" and plural subjects like "we" or "they," use the third person singular form of the verb "to have" (i.e., "has") or the third person plural form (i.e., "have") in the simple present tense. For example:
- He has a cat.
- We have a dog.
- They have a garden.
Other Simple Verbs
Many regular verbs follow the same pattern in the simple present tense as the examples above. Here are some common verbs:
- Work: I work at a coffee shop.
- Study: She studies for exams.
- Eat: We eat dinner together.
- Play: They play football with their friends.
Carry/Carries
The verb "carry" is an irregular verb that behaves differently in the simple present tense. The third person singular form of the verb is "carries," as in "She carries groceries to her car."
Watch/Watches
The verb "watch" is another irregular verb that follows a unique pattern in the simple present tense. The third person singular form of the verb is "watches," as in "He watches a documentary on his TV."
While many verbs in English follow regular patterns in their simple present tense conjugations, some verbs, like "carry" and "watch," are irregular. Understanding these exceptions is essential for mastering the simple present tense in English.
Remember, while the simple present tense is primarily used to describe habitual actions or current situations, it's always best to use a consistent and accurate subject-verb agreement when writing or speaking. With practice and attention to detail, you'll find that maintaining correct subject-verb agreement will come naturally.
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Learn about subject-verb agreement in the simple present tense with regular verbs in English. Explore common regular verbs and their conjugations with different subject pronouns. Discover exceptions with irregular verbs like 'carry' and 'watch' and enhance your understanding of maintaining accurate subject-verb agreement.
