Some verbs are not used in progressive forms. I love you. (NOT I am loving you.) I like this color. (NOT I am liking this… Continue reading
Verbs not used in progressive forms
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Future tense quiz
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Fill in the blanks with the most appropriate form of the verb. Answers 1. The train leaves at 6 pm. 2. I will phone you… Continue reading
Tenses Exercise
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Choose the correct form of the verb from the given alternatives. Answers 1. I visited Tokyo last summer. 2. See that the patient has complete… Continue reading
Sequence of tenses
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The verb in the subordinate clause changes its tense in accordance with the tense of the verb in the main clause. This principle chiefly applies… Continue reading
Common errors in the use of tenses – part II
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Incorrect: I had been to New York recently. Correct: I went to New York recently. Incorrect: I had written to him last week. Correct: I… Continue reading