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What is the difference between 'there is' and 'there are'?

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'There is' is used for singular nouns, while 'there are' is used for plural nouns.

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How do you ask about the existence of multiple items?

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You can ask, 'Are there...?' followed by the plural noun.

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How do you respond affirmatively to a question about the existence of multiple items?

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You can respond with 'There are...' followed by the items.

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What is the correct form to ask about the existence of a singular item?

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You ask, 'Is there...?' followed by the singular noun.

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How do you respond affirmatively to a question about the existence of a singular item?

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You respond with 'There is...' followed by the item.

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Provide an example of a question using 'there are'.

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Example: 'How many books are there on the shelf?'

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Provide an example of a question using 'there is'.

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Example: 'Is there a pen on the table?'

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What is the structure of a negative response to a question about existence?

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You can say 'There is not...' for singular or 'There are not...' for plural.

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How do you express the existence of a small quantity of something?

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You can say 'There is a little...' for singular or 'There are a few...' for plural.

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What is the correct response to 'Are there any apples in the basket?'

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The correct response is 'There are a few apples in the basket.'