The modal auxiliary verbs would, could and might can be used to make questions, suggestions and requests less direct and therefore more polite. I thought… Continue reading
Special uses of would, could and might
- 
Idioms and phrasal verbs exercise
- C1
Each sentence given below contains an idiom or a phrasal verb part of which has been omitted. Complete these sentences using the omitted part. Answers… Continue reading
Uses of comma in a simple sentence
-
The comma is the shortest pause between words. The comma has the following uses in a simple sentence. To mark off nouns, pronouns or phrases… Continue reading
How to report commands and requests
-
The following rules are observed when we report commands and requests. Use a reporting verb like request, order, tell, advise, beseech, threaten, beg, implore, ask,… Continue reading
How to join two sentences by using an infinitive Exercise
- B1
Complete the following sentences. Answers I have engaged a private tutor to teach me English. The woman was too mean to be popular. I looked… Continue reading