Question Tag English Grammar Lesson

The video tutorial explains the concept of question tags, which are used to turn statements into questions for confirmation. It provides examples and demonstrates how to form question tags, including special cases like using 'I am'. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of balancing positive and negative statements when using question tags.

What is the primary purpose of using question tags?

• To express doubt about a statement

• To change the subject of a conversation

• To make a statement more formal

• To confirm something believed to be true

Which of the following is a correct example of a question tag with the verb 'to be'?

• The view is stunning, aren't it?

• They are a couple, is it?

• She is a scientist, isn't she?

• We were making dinner, is it?

When using 'I am' in a statement, what is the correct question tag?

• am I?

• amn't I?

• isn't I?

• aren't I?

What should you remember when forming question tags?

• Always use a positive question tag

• Balance positive and negative statements

• Use 'isn't' for all question tags

• Never use 'not' in question tags

Which of the following statements correctly uses a question tag?

• He is kind, is he?

• It's always a mess, is it?

• It's never sunny here, isn't it?

• They didn't call, did they?