The wordsalso, as well andtoo have very similar meanings, but they go in different positions. Also usually goes before the verb. As well and too usually go at the end of the sentence.
Complete the following sentences.
1She not only sings; she ............... plays the violin.
Wrong!
Use "also" before the main verb in this positive sentence.
2Give me some toast ..............., please.
Select 2 answers.
Wrong!
Both "as well" and "too" can come at the end of a positive request.
3It is a nice house, but it is very small. ..............., it needs a lot of repairs.
Wrong!
Use "Also" at the beginning of a sentence to add another point.
4Peter isn't here today. John isn't here ...............
Wrong!
Use "either" at the end of a negative sentence meaning "also not".
5I know you don't like me. I don't like you ...............
Wrong!
Use "either" at the end of a negative sentence meaning "also not".
6She not only sings; she plays the piano ...............
Wrong!
Use "too" at the end of a positive sentence to add similar information.
7"She is beautiful." "Her sister is ..............."
Wrong!
Use "as well" at the end of a positive short reply to add similar information.
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- She not only sings; she also plays the violin.
- Give me some toast as well / too, please.
- It is a nice house, but it is very small. Also, it needs a lot of repairs.
- Peter isn’t here today. John isn’t here either
- I know you don’t like me. I don’t like you either
- She not only sings; she plays the piano too
- “She is beautiful.” “Her sister is as well“