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Verb To Be Usage Quiz

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Which of the following sentences correctly uses the verb 'to be' in the affirmative form?

He am a talented musician.
I are ready for the game.
We are excited about the trip. (correct)
They is going to the store.

Choose the sentence that correctly uses the short form of the verb 'to be' in the negative form.

They're not coming with us. (correct)
You's not allowed in here.
She not's happy with the results.
I isn't going to the party.

Which of the following is the correct interrogative form of the verb 'to be'?

Is she going? (correct)
Am I late?
You are ready?
They are happy?

Which sentence demonstrates the correct usage of 'am', 'is', or 'are' with a singular noun?

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Select the sentence that contains the correct form of the verb 'to be' when referring to a plural subject.

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Flashcards

Affirmative Form of 'to be'

Used to state something is true; includes forms like 'I am', 'You are'.

Negative Form of 'to be'

Used to express negation; includes forms like 'I am not', 'You are not'.

Interrogative Form of 'to be'

Used to ask questions; includes forms like 'Am I?', 'Are you?'.

Short Forms of 'to be'

Contractions like 'I'm', 'You're', 'He's'; commonly used in speech.

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Examples of 'to be'

Sentences showing the correct usage of 'am', 'is', 'are'.

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Study Notes

Verb To Be - Affirmative, Negative, Interrogative Forms

The verb "to be" shows the state of being.
Short forms of the verb are commonly used in conversation.

Am, Is, Are - Subject Verb Agreement

He is a doctor. (Subject is singular male)
I am a nurse. (Subject is singular I)
You are a nice boy. (Subject is plural you)
We are good students (Subject is plural we)
**It is **a good student. (Subject is singular thing/object)
She is a teacher. (Subject is singular female)
They are nice girls. (Subject is plural female)

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