English Vocabulary Lesson on TO and FOR - (read TO be informed - read FOR the pleasure)

English Vocabulary Lesson on TO and FOR - (read TO be informed - read FOR the pleasure)

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English, Other

10th Grade - University

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The video tutorial explains the differences between using 'to' and 'for' in English sentences. It provides examples and cases for each preposition, highlighting their usage with verbs and nouns. The tutorial emphasizes remembering 'to' with verbs and 'for' with nouns, and it concludes with a recap of the key differences.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary rule for using 'to' and 'for' in sentences?

'To' with adverbs and 'for' with adjectives

'To' with adjectives and 'for' with adverbs

'To' with verbs and 'for' with nouns

'To' with nouns and 'for' with verbs

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is an example of using 'to' for a destination?

They prefer dancing to playing cards.

He read the newspaper to be informed.

I'm going to New York on holiday.

She gave a present to her son.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In which case is 'to' used to indicate preference?

I'm going to New York on holiday.

They prefer dancing to playing cards.

He read the newspaper to be informed.

She gave a present to her son.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which example shows 'for' being used to indicate a period of time?

Doing sports is good for your health.

He has been living in Rome for 14 years.

The president is for the maintenance of a safe environment.

He read the newspaper for the pleasure of being informed.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is 'for' used to show agreement with someone?

For the maintenance of a safe environment.

For 14 years.

For uncorking a bottle.

For the pleasure of being informed.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the formula for using 'for' to show a function?

For + adverb + ING

For + noun + ING

For + adjective + ING

For + verb + ING

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which sentence correctly uses 'to' and 'for' interchangeably?

I use a book for to learn English and I use a book to for learning English.

I use a book to learn English and I use a book for learning English.

I use a book to learning English and I use a book for learn English.

I use a book for learn English and I use a book to learning English.