Using Time Words with Verbs

The video tutorial provides a quick tip on using verbs with the ING form, focusing on time words such as start, finish, begin, before, and after. It explains that these time words are typically followed by a verb in the ING form. The tutorial includes examples like 'I started training' and 'before going to the store' to illustrate the rule. The lesson concludes with a reminder that remembering this simple rule can reduce mistakes in speaking.

What is the main focus of today's lesson?

• A vocabulary expansion session

• A quick tip about using verbs with ING

• A pronunciation practice

• A detailed grammar lesson

Which of the following is NOT a 'time word' mentioned in the lesson?

• Run

• Finish

• Begin

• Start

What form should the verb take when used with 'time words'?

• Past tense

• Present tense

• ING form

• Future tense

Which of the following is an example of a 'time word'?

• Happily

• Before

• Loudly

• Quickly

In the example 'I started training for the Race 3 months ago', what is the role of 'training'?

• It is a noun

• It is a verb in ING form

• It is a past participle

• It is an adjective

Which sentence correctly uses a verb with a 'time word'?

• I will start to train tomorrow.

• After think about it, I decided.

• I finished to do my homework.

• Before going to the store, make a list.

What should you do before going to the store, according to the example?

• Call a friend

• Make a list

• Clean your house

• Check your wallet

What decision was made after thinking about the offer?

• To decline the offer

• To negotiate further

• To stay with the company

• To leave the company

Which of the following is a correct use of a verb with a 'time word'?

• I finish to read the book.

• I started reading the book.

• I will start read the book.

• I will begin to read the book.

Which example shows the correct use of a verb with a 'time word'?

• After think about it, I agreed.

• Before going to bed, brush your teeth.

• I will start to learn French.

• I finished to eat dinner.