I do not like this poetry (or, these poems). (Not, these poetries) Have you learnt the new poem? (Not, the new poetry). I like the mountain scenery. (Not, sceneries). This news is good. (Not, these news are good).
After decades of teaching English as a second language, I have compiled some frequently confused grammar for all avid learners to enhance their English with ease.Correct: He takes trouble over his work.Wrong: He takes troubles to do his work.Correct: Our house is built of stone.Wrong: Our house is built of stones.Correct: She gave me some... Continue Reading →
Which is correct?Question 1:A. The boys play on the slide in the sun.B. The boys play on the slide under the sun.Question 2:A. A zebra has many stripes on its body.B. The zebra has many stripes on its body.C. The zebras have many stripes on their body.
Wrong: as clear as a crystal. Correct: as clear as crystal. Wrong: as hard as the iron Correct: As hard as iron. Wrong: as smooth as the glasses Correct: as smooth as glass. Wrong: as safe as a bank. Correct: as safe as the bank. Wrong: as silent as a grave Correct: as silent as... Continue Reading →
It is easy It is very easy It is hard It is not difficult It is dangerous 6. It is sensible It is stupid It is impossible It is certain It is likely It is necessary #Englishgrammar #spmenglish #mastertuition
He asked her where he lives. I want to know what the time is. I'll ask them why Ali is absent. I don't know where the chalk is. I don't want to know. He asked me Please ask him I'll find out I'll tell you. Can you see. I wonder #Englishgrammar #mastertuition #mastertuition
People living near the sea can usually swim. Boys living outstation can go home now. Girls not wearing a badge will get into trouble. Cyclists not showing a light at night may be killed. Shoes needing repair must be handed in today. #Englishgrammar #mastertuition #spmenglish
Knowing that I was late, I ran all the way. Hoping to frighten the dog, he threw a stone at it. Feeling rather ill yesterday, I decided to stay at home. Thinking that the tin was empty, she threw it away. (Note: In this type of structure, the present participle comes before the word to... Continue Reading →
He is in Perth, studying medicine. The boys are outside the cinema, looking at the posters. Raman is in the office, waiting to see Mr. Chong. The cat is hiding in that bush, hoping to catch a bird. Exercises: 1. The boys are by that tree, reading ... 2. The injured man is at home,... Continue Reading →
People living near the sea can usually swim. Boys living outstation can go home now. Girls not wearing a badge will get into trouble. Cyclists not showing a light at night may be killed. Shoes needing repair must be handed in today. Exercises: 1. Pupils not wearing the school uniform ... 2. Anybody arriving late... Continue Reading →
