Welcome to the present simple of be
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Introduction:
The present simple of be or verb “to be” is used to describe or identify people, places, things, and states of being. It helps us express who or what someone or something is. Here are several examples to illustrate its usage:
Function + Vocabulary:
1. Describing Identity:
- I am a teacher.
- She is my sister.
- They are students.
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2. Describing Characteristics:
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- He is tall.
- The house is beautiful.
- The flowers are colorful.
3. Describing Location:
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Examples:
- The library is next to the park.
- My keys are on the table.
- The cat is under the bed.
Where is the cat?
The cat is ______ the bed.
Where is the dog?
The dog is _____ the house.
Where is the lamp?
The lamps is ______ the table.
4. Expressing Existence:
- There is a dog in the yard.
- There are many books on the shelf.
- Is there a problem?
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5. Nationality and Origin:
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- I am American.
- He is from Brazil.
- They are Canadian.
Instructions: answer the question before going to fuction 6
Where are you from?
I am from ______.
What’s your nationality?
I’m _____________.
6. Identifying Relationships:
- She is my best friend.
- That is my car.
- These are my parents.
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7. Time and Dates:
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- It is 9 o’clock.
- Today is Monday.
- The party is on Friday.
Instructions: answer the question before going to the test
What time is it in clock __?
It’s ______.
What day is today?
Today is _____________.
When is the party?
The party is on ________.
Vocabulary 1
Try these 18 basic vocabulary questions
- 1. Function and Vocabulary
- 2. Subject + Verb to be
- 3. Affirmative Form
- 4. Negative Form
- 5. Interrogative Form
- 6. Information Question Form
- 7. Contraction Review
- 8. Conversation Chunks Affirmative
- 9. Conversation Chunks Negative
- 10. Conversation Drills
- 11. Listening Comprehension
- 12. Reading Comprehension
- 13. Speaking / Writing Ability
