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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    Test your understanding of the verb 'to be' in its various forms, including affirmative, negative, and interrogative. This quiz will challenge you on subject-verb agreement using 'am', 'is', and 'are' in different contexts.

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