In informal spoken reports, say, think and ask are the most common reporting verbs. These verbs can go before sentences or between clauses. She asked… Continue reading
Not so common reporting verbs
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Semicolon before a transitional phrase
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A transitional phrase is essentially a word or phrase used to show the relationship between two clauses or paragraphs. Transitional phrases (also called conjunctive adverbs)… Continue reading
Gerund or infinitive exercise
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Complete the following sentences using an appropriate non-finite verb form. Answers I would like to tell you something. I don’t like to get up on… Continue reading
Plural uncountable nouns
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Most uncountable nouns are singular in number. Therefore, we use the singular form of the verb with them. Don’t hurry – there is plenty of… Continue reading
Defining and non-defining relative clauses
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Generally, there are two types of relative clauses: restrictive and non-restrictive relative clauses. Restrictive relative clauses are also called defining relative clauses. Non-restrictive relative clauses… Continue reading