Avoiding Verb Tense Shifts in Writing

What is the main topic of the video?

• Punctuation rules

• Verb tenses

• Using adjectives

• Writing introductions

Which verb tense is used to describe an action happening right now?

• Future tense

• Conditional tense

• Present tense

• Past tense

What is an example of a past action mentioned in the video?

• Texas Tech was founded in 1923.

• The School of Art is hosting an event next May.

• The School of Art will host an event next May.

• The School of Art participates in art events.

Why is it important to maintain consistent verb tenses?

• To avoid confusing the reader

• To use more verbs

• To make the text longer

• To make the text more colorful

What can happen if you shift verb tenses unnecessarily?

• It can make the text more interesting

• It can confuse the reader

• It can make the text shorter

• It can add more details

In the example given, why is the shift from 'shows' to 'promoted' incorrect?

• It makes the sentence unclear

• It uses too many verbs

• It confuses the reader about the gallery's current activities

• It makes the sentence too long

When is it appropriate to shift verb tenses?

• When you want to use more verbs

• When you are unsure of the correct tense

• When you want to confuse the reader

• When describing actions happening at different times

What is one pro tip for identifying unnecessary shifts in verb tenses?

• Use more adjectives

• Read the text out loud

• Avoid using verbs

• Write longer sentences

What should you do if you find unnecessary shifts in verb tenses in your writing?

• Add more verbs

• Remove all verbs

• Ignore them

• Change all verbs to one consistent tense

What is the purpose of highlighting all the verbs in your text?

• To count the number of verbs

• To check for unnecessary shifts in verb tenses

• To make the text longer

• To make the text colorful