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Which structure correctly expresses a past habit that no longer occurs?
Which structure correctly expresses a past habit that no longer occurs?
- Tim didn’t use to get up early.
- Tim used to gets up early. (correct)
- Tim did use to get up early.
- Tim is using to get up early.
How is the verb form used when it follows a preposition?
How is the verb form used when it follows a preposition?
- The verb must be in the past form.
- The verb must be in the base form.
- The verb must be in the future form.
- The verb must be in the `Ving` form. (correct)
Which of the following is a synonym for 'narrow'?
Which of the following is a synonym for 'narrow'?
- Wide
- Large
- Limited (correct)
- Broad
What is the appropriate form when stating a purpose for an action?
What is the appropriate form when stating a purpose for an action?
Which option accurately describes a state of being accustomed to something?
Which option accurately describes a state of being accustomed to something?
What is an antonym of 'abundant'?
What is an antonym of 'abundant'?
Which word means the opposite of 'awful'?
Which word means the opposite of 'awful'?
How would you express a dislike for an activity using the correct structure?
How would you express a dislike for an activity using the correct structure?
Which of the following best describes 'intelligent'?
Which of the following best describes 'intelligent'?
What is the correct sentence when suggesting an activity?
What is the correct sentence when suggesting an activity?
Which of the following indicates the time taken for an activity?
Which of the following indicates the time taken for an activity?
What is a synonym for 'fast'?
What is a synonym for 'fast'?
Which of the following structures is NOT used after modal verbs?
Which of the following structures is NOT used after modal verbs?
Which word is opposite in meaning to 'rich'?
Which word is opposite in meaning to 'rich'?
Which of the following is synonymous with 'simple'?
Which of the following is synonymous with 'simple'?
What is an antonym of 'private'?
What is an antonym of 'private'?
Which form correctly represents the basic passive voice construction for the sentence 'She gives me a gift'?
Which form correctly represents the basic passive voice construction for the sentence 'She gives me a gift'?
In the context of objective passive voice, how is the sentence 'They believe that Peter is a super star' correctly transformed?
In the context of objective passive voice, how is the sentence 'They believe that Peter is a super star' correctly transformed?
What is the correct structure for transforming the sentence 'I have them clean the house every day' into the passive voice?
What is the correct structure for transforming the sentence 'I have them clean the house every day' into the passive voice?
Which conjunction type is used to connect two independent clauses in a compound sentence?
Which conjunction type is used to connect two independent clauses in a compound sentence?
How should the sentence 'They thought that Peter worked hard' be expressed in the passive voice?
How should the sentence 'They thought that Peter worked hard' be expressed in the passive voice?
Which of the following sentences correctly demonstrates the transformation of 'People say that Peter works hard' into passive voice?
Which of the following sentences correctly demonstrates the transformation of 'People say that Peter works hard' into passive voice?
When converting an active sentence to passive, what is the first step to take?
When converting an active sentence to passive, what is the first step to take?
What type of conjunction would you use to connect similar ideas within a sentence?
What type of conjunction would you use to connect similar ideas within a sentence?
Which phrase indicates a habitual action in the present tense?
Which phrase indicates a habitual action in the present tense?
How would you correctly form a negative sentence in the present continuous tense?
How would you correctly form a negative sentence in the present continuous tense?
Which form is appropriate for asking a question in the present perfect tense?
Which form is appropriate for asking a question in the present perfect tense?
What time expressions signify actions that are already completed in the past simple tense?
What time expressions signify actions that are already completed in the past simple tense?
Which of the following is a correct structure for the positive form of the past simple tense?
Which of the following is a correct structure for the positive form of the past simple tense?
Which phrase would you use to express an action that has not been completed in the present?
Which phrase would you use to express an action that has not been completed in the present?
What is the correct negative form of 'He plays sports' in present simple?
What is the correct negative form of 'He plays sports' in present simple?
Which of these is an example of an indefinite pronoun that takes a singular verb?
Which of these is an example of an indefinite pronoun that takes a singular verb?
What is the correct verb agreement with the subject 'Ten dollars'?
What is the correct verb agreement with the subject 'Ten dollars'?
Which statement is correct regarding the subject 'The Smiths'?
Which statement is correct regarding the subject 'The Smiths'?
How does the verb agree with subjects connected by 'or'?
How does the verb agree with subjects connected by 'or'?
What is the appropriate formation for a wish regarding a situation that is not real in the present?
What is the appropriate formation for a wish regarding a situation that is not real in the present?
Which of the following examples correctly illustrates the use of a number versus the number?
Which of the following examples correctly illustrates the use of a number versus the number?
What tense is used to describe an action that occurred at a specific time in the past?
What tense is used to describe an action that occurred at a specific time in the past?
What is the correct WH question form for asking about quantity of countable nouns?
What is the correct WH question form for asking about quantity of countable nouns?
Which of the following sentences correctly uses 'wish' for a past event?
Which of the following sentences correctly uses 'wish' for a past event?
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Study Notes
Tenses Overview
- Present Simple indicates daily habits or schedules using structures like "every day," "once a week," "twice a year."
- Present Continuous describes actions currently happening with "now," "these days," "at the moment."
- Present Perfect focuses on recent actions without specific time, often using "already," "yet," "just," and time phrases like "for 10 years."
Active and Passive Voice
- Active voice: S + V + object; transforms to passive voice as -
- Basic passive: S + be + past participle + object.
- Objective passive: It + be + V1pp + that + S - V2.
- Causative passive: S + (get/have) + object + past participle.
Conjunctions
- Conjunctions connect words or clauses and are classified into:
- Coordinating: Join independent clauses (FANBOYS).
- Correlative: Pairs such as "either...or" or "neither...nor."
- Subordinating: Introduce dependent clauses.
- Adverbial: Provide context like time or reason.
Usage of "Used To"
- "Used to" indicates past habits: S + used to V.
- "Be used to" refers to being accustomed to something: S + (be) used to Ving.
- "Get used to" indicates becoming accustomed: S + (get) used to Ving.
WH Questions
- Various interrogatives serve to gather specific information:
- What, When, Why, Where, Which, Who, Whose, How.
- Structure varies, but most follow the formula: WH + auxiliary + subject + main verb.
Expressing Wishes
- The structure for unreal situations: Wish + subject + past subjunctive (were).
- Applies to present desires: "I wish I were," and ongoing desires: "I wish I were lying."
Adjective Synonyms and Antonyms
- Important synonyms include crucial, vital, while antonyms include unimportant.
- Different has similar meanings: diverse, while its antonyms include the same.
- Various adjectives possess related synonyms and antonyms, aiding in nuanced expression.
General Grammar Rules
- Singular subjects with indefinite pronouns require singular verbs.
- When two subjects are connected by "with," "along with," etc., the verb agrees with the first subject.
- Collective nouns may take singular or plural verbs based on context.
Verb Forms in Passive Sentences
- Passive forms change based on the subject and intended focus, illustrated through example sentences:
- "People say" becomes "Peter is said to."
- "They believe" switches to "Peter is believed to."
These notes encapsulate critical grammar rules, structure usage, and shifts between active and passive forms for effective language learning.
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