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Sentence patterns – part I

January 3, 2012 -

Every English sentence is based on a certain sentence pattern. These patterns or structures are the building blocks of the language. A basic understanding of… Continue reading

Verb forms exercise

January 2, 2012 -

Insert appropriate verb forms in the blanks. Answers 1. It was John who alerted the police. 2. We have been waiting for ages. 3. I… Continue reading

Sentence correction exercise

January 1, 2012 -

Complete the following sentences. Answers 1. I went to Africa recently. 2. I wrote a letter to him last week. 3. I saw him last… Continue reading

Adjectives used only in attributive position

December 31, 2011 -

Some adjectives are only used in attributive position. After a verb we use other words. Examples of such adjectives are: elder, eldest, live, old, little,… Continue reading

Modification of nouns

December 30, 2011 -

We can modify a singular countable noun in very many ways. For example, we can use the expression quite a/an or rather a/an before a… Continue reading