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To, in order to, so as to

January 21, 2014 -

Compare the two sentences given below. I went to his office to meet him. I went to his office in order to meet him. Although… Continue reading

Using where and wherever

January 20, 2014 -

The word where has several uses. It can be used as a question adverb. In this case it introduces a direct or indirect question. Where… Continue reading

Building sentences with adverb clauses

January 19, 2014 -

Let us practice building sentences with adverb clauses. An adverb clause serves the same function as an adverb. Adverbs are words used to modify verbs.… Continue reading

Grammar exercise: about, of, on and off

January 18, 2014 -

Complete the following sentences using an appropriate preposition. Answers 1. Did you hear about the explosion at the mall? 2. That song reminds me of… Continue reading

Confusing words exercise

January 17, 2014 -

The words lay and lie are often confused. There are several confusing word pairs in English. This exercise tests your ability to use these words… Continue reading