Lessons

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

Verbs followed by -ing forms – part II

January 18, 2012 -

Feel like I felt like crying. I feel like swimming. Finish After he finished working, he went to the market. Have you finished writing that… Continue reading

Verbs followed by -ing forms – part I

January 17, 2012 -

After some verbs we can use an –ing form, but not normally an infinitive. Which verbs can be followed by an –ing form? Well, there… Continue reading

Inversion after negative words

January 14, 2012 -

If a negative adverb or adverb phrase comes at the beginning of a clause, it is usually followed by auxiliary verb + subject. These structures… Continue reading

Using every

January 13, 2012 -

Every is a determiner. It is used before a singular noun. Every child needs love. (NOT Every children need love.) Every day is different. Every… Continue reading