In short replies to affirmative statements, we use why? In short replies to negative statements, we use why not? Compare: ‘Jane has decided to quit… Continue reading
Why and why not
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May / might + have + past participle
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The structure may / might + perfect infinitive is used to talk about the possibility that something happened in the past. It could also be… Continue reading
Plural uncountable nouns
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Some uncountable nouns are plural. They have no singular forms with the same meaning, and cannot be used with numbers. Common examples are: arms, groceries,… Continue reading
The…the… with comparative adjectives
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Comparison and contrast are expressed by the use of the…the… with comparative adjectives in parallel clauses. This structure is used to show proportionate increase or… Continue reading
Analysis of complex sentence
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To analyze a complex sentence we use the following method. 1. Find out the principal clause 2. Find out the subordinate clause or clauses 3.… Continue reading
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