Verb to be

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What is the verb 'to be'?

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The verb 'to be' is an irregular verb used to indicate existence or identity. It has different forms: am, is, are.

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When do we use 'am'?

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'Am' is used with the first person singular (I) in the present tense. Example: I am a student.

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When do we use 'is'?

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'Is' is used with the third person singular (he, she, it) in the present tense. Example: She is a teacher.

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When do we use 'are'?

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'Are' is used with the second person singular and plural (you) and with the first and third person plural (we, they) in the present tense. Example: They are friends.

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What is the contraction of 'is not'?

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The contraction of 'is not' is 'isn't'. Example: He isn't a doctor.

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What is the contraction of 'are not'?

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The contraction of 'are not' is 'aren't'. Example: They aren't here.

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How do you form a question with 'to be'?

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To form a question with 'to be', invert the subject and the verb. Example: Are you happy?

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What is the negative form of 'I am'?

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The negative form of 'I am' is 'I am not'. Example: I am not tired.

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

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'Is' is singular, while 'are' is plural. Example: The cat is cute (singular), The dogs are playful (plural).

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Fill in the blank: She _______ my sister.

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