Auxiliary Verbs in English Responses

Rebecca from engVid teaches how to answer questions in English using short answers. She explains the importance of politeness and correct grammar in responses. The lesson covers present, past, and present perfect tenses, focusing on using auxiliaries like 'do', 'did', and 'have' in answers. Examples are provided for each tense, and common mistakes are highlighted. The video concludes with a recommendation to visit engVid for more resources and practice.

Why is it considered impolite to only answer 'yes' or 'no' in English?

• It sounds too formal.

• It is too difficult to understand.

• It lacks politeness and completeness.

• It is grammatically incorrect.

What is the auxiliary verb used in the question 'Do you play tennis?'

• You

• Do

• Tennis

• Play

How should you respond to the question 'Do you like pizza?'

• Yes, I am.

• Yes, I have.

• Yes, I like.

• Yes, I do.

What is a common mistake students make when answering 'Do you play tennis?'

• Saying 'Yes, I am.'

• Saying 'Yes, I do.'

• Saying 'Yes, I play.'

• Saying 'Yes, I have.'

What is the correct response to 'Do you speak French?'

• Yes, I speak.

• Yes, I do.

• Yes, I am.

• Yes, I have.

What is the mistake in saying 'Yes, I play' to 'Do you play tennis?'

• It is too formal.

• It is not a complete sentence.

• It is not the correct short answer.

• It is too informal.

Which auxiliary verb is used for forming short answers in the past tense?

• Is

• Do

• Did

• Have

How would you correctly answer 'Did you finish your homework?'

• Yes, I am.

• Yes, I do.

• Yes, I have.

• Yes, I did.

What is the correct response to 'Did you write to Mary?'

• Yes, I am.

• Yes, I have.

• Yes, I did.

• Yes, I write.

What is the correct response to 'Did you pass the exam?'

• Yes, I pass.

• Yes, I am.

• Yes, I did.

• Yes, I have.