English A2

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What is the past continuous tense?

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The past continuous tense describes actions that were ongoing in the past. It is formed using 'was/were' + verb-ing. Example: 'They were looking for a cave.'

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When do we use the simple past tense?

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The simple past tense is used to describe actions that were completed in the past. Example: 'I got home.'

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What is the difference between 'was' and 'were'?

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'Was' is used with singular subjects (I, he, she, it), while 'were' is used with plural subjects (you, we, they).

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What does 'dirty' mean in the context of clothing?

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'Dirty' refers to clothes that are not clean and may have stains or dirt on them.

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What does 'dark' mean in relation to a place?

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'Dark' means having little or no light, making it difficult to see.

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What is a 'dangerous' place?

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A 'dangerous' place is one where there is a risk of harm or injury.

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What is the structure of a sentence in the past continuous tense?

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The structure is: Subject + was/were + verb-ing. Example: 'She was reading a book.'

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What is the structure of a sentence in the simple past tense?

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The structure is: Subject + past form of the verb. Example: 'He walked to school.'

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What does 'clean' mean in the context of clothing?

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'Clean' refers to clothes that are free from dirt and stains.

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What is the significance of context in understanding a sentence?

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Context helps determine the meaning of words and phrases based on the situation or background.