Mastering the Verb 'To Be' in English

This video tutorial by Rheedan from Oxford Online English covers the essential English verb 'to be'. It explains its forms, usage in simple sentences, negatives, contractions, and forming yes/no questions. The lesson emphasizes the importance of mastering 'to be' for effective communication in English.

Why is the verb 'to be' considered important in English?

• It is rarely used.

• It is only used in questions.

• It is only used in formal writing.

• It is used frequently in everyday sentences.

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Which of the following is the correct form of 'be' for 'my brother'?

• My brother is

• My brother are

• My brother am

• My brother be

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How would you say 'I am 29 years old' using a contraction?

• I am 29 years old

• I be 29 years old

• I'm 29 years old

• I 29 years old

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What is the correct negative form of 'He is a doctor'?

• He are not a doctor

• He not a doctor

• He isn't doctor

• He is not a doctor

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Which of the following is a correct contraction for 'You are not'?

• You aren't

• You not

• You isn't

• You isn't not

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Which of the following is a correct contraction for 'Sarah is a student'?

• Sarah's a student

• Sarah a student

• Sarah is student

• Sarah's student

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How would you say 'They are not German' using a contraction?

• They not German

• They isn't German

• They aren't German

• They are not German

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How do you form a yes/no question from the sentence 'He is a doctor'?

• Is he a doctor?

• He is a doctor?

• Doctor he is?

• He doctor is?

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What is the correct question form of 'You are Italian'?

• Are you Italian?

• You are Italian?

• You Italian are?

• Italian you are?

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What is the correct question form of 'They are German'?

• They German are?

• Are they German?

• They are German?

• German they are?

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