Understanding 'Make' and 'Do' Usage

Phil from BBC Learning English explains the differences between 'make' and 'do'. He outlines four key points: 'make' is used when creating something, like a cake; 'do' is used for activities, such as work; 'make' can also cause reactions, like music making you want to sing; and 'do' is used for general activities, like having no plans. The video provides examples to clarify these uses.

What is the main focus of the video tutorial?

• How to plan activities

• How to sing

• How to bake a cake

• How to use 'make' and 'do'

When do we use 'make' according to the video?

• When planning something

• When doing nothing

• When creating something

• When talking about an activity

Which example is given to illustrate the use of 'do'?

• Doing some work

• Making a cake

• Singing a song

• Planning a trip

What does 'make' refer to when it causes a reaction?

• Planning an activity

• Making someone want to sing

• Doing some work

• Creating a cake

How is 'do' used in the context of general activities?

• Doing nothing

• Creating a plan

• Making a cake

• Singing a song