some and any

Front

What is the difference between 'some' and 'any'?

Back

'Some' is used in affirmative sentences and questions when we expect a positive answer, while 'any' is used in negative sentences and questions when we do not expect a positive answer.

Front

When do we use 'some' in a sentence?

Back

'Some' is used in affirmative sentences and in questions when we expect a positive response.

Front

When do we use 'any' in a sentence?

Back

'Any' is used in negative sentences and in questions when we do not expect a positive response.

Front

Fill in the blank: I don't have ____ books here.

Back

any

Front

Fill in the blank: _____ bottles are yellow.

Back

Some

Front

Fill in the blank: I have _____ apples in the fridge but I don't have ____ oranges.

Back

some / any

Front

Fill in the blank: I don't have _____ pineapple but I have _____ pears for you.

Back

a / some

Front

Fill in the blank: My father has ____ extraordinary cool car.

Back

an

Front

What type of nouns can 'some' and 'any' be used with?

Back

'Some' and 'any' can be used with countable and uncountable nouns.

Front

Can 'some' be used in negative sentences?

Back

No, 'some' is typically not used in negative sentences.