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Verb patterns with present perfect tense

January 28, 2012 -

The present perfect tense represents an action which has been completed within a period of time that extends up to and includes the present. When… Continue reading

Verb patterns: subject + verb + object + object complement

January 27, 2012 -

Every sentence in English follows a certain pattern. There are several sentence patterns in English. A decent understanding of these structures will help you to… Continue reading

Indirect speech exercise

January 25, 2012 -

Fill in the blanks with an appropriate word or phrase. Answers 1. Jane said that she was quite sure that she would return in time.… Continue reading

Sentence synthesis exercise

January 24, 2012 -

Combine the following groups of simple sentences into one sentence – simple, complex or compound. 1. The Dalai Lama is the spiritual leader of Tibet.… Continue reading

Difference between simple and continuous tense forms

January 23, 2012 -

Continuous tenses are often used to talk about more temporary actions and situations. To talk about longer-lasting or permanent situations we prefer simple tenses. Note… Continue reading