Sometimes the time expressed in the main clause is different from the time expressed in a subordinate clause. This can confuse ESL students because they… Continue reading
Sequence of tenses: when the main clause is in the present or future tense
Reported speech exercise
Complete the following sentences using appropriate direct or indirect speech forms. Answers I didn’t ask him to do it. The officer asked us to show… Continue reading
Tenses exercise
Answer the following questions. Answers Which sentence is correct? — I saw John yesterday. Which tenses are used to talk about recent actions that have… Continue reading
Preposition at, on and in
The prepositions in, on and at are used to show place or position. Use in with large areas such as big cities, countries or continents.… Continue reading
Choice of active and passive structures
An English verb can be in the active voice or passive voice. It is said to be in the active voice when it says what… Continue reading