REVISION: TAG QUESTIONS

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What is a tag question?

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A tag question is a short question added to the end of a statement, usually to confirm information or seek agreement.

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How do you form a tag question for positive statements?

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For positive statements, the tag question is usually negative. For example, 'You are coming, aren't you?'

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How do you form a tag question for negative statements?

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For negative statements, the tag question is usually positive. For example, 'You aren't coming, are you?'

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What is the tag question for 'Ba rarely goes out at night'?

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The tag question is 'does he?'.

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What is the tag question for 'I think she is a dentist'?

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The tag question is 'isn't she?'.

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What is the tag question for 'Your brother’s here'?

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The tag question is 'isn't he?'.

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What is the tag question for 'John has worked hard'?

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The tag question is 'hasn't he?'.

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What is the tag question for 'No one likes me'?

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The tag question is 'do they?'.

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What is the rule for using 'isn't' in tag questions?

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'Isn't' is used in tag questions when the main statement is positive.

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What is the rule for using 'aren't' in tag questions?

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'Aren't' is used in tag questions when the main statement is positive and refers to plural subjects.