Classroom Game: English Tenses and Participation

Carson from Guys with Games introduces a survey game designed to practice the present perfect tense, though it can be adapted for any English tense. Teachers create a worksheet for students to form questions, aiming for responses where most students answer negatively. The game involves students asking each other questions and collecting signatures for affirmative answers. The activity encourages interaction and reinforces grammar rules. At the end, the teacher reviews the answers to ensure understanding and adds a playful element by discussing more personal questions.

What is the main purpose of the survey game introduced by Carson?

• To learn about history

• To practice English tenses

• To improve drawing skills

• To practice math skills

What should teachers create for each student before starting the game?

• A list of vocabulary words

• A blank worksheet

• A set of flashcards

• A grammar book

How many questions does Carson suggest for the worksheet?

• 20 questions

• 15 questions

• 10 questions

• 5 questions

What is the first step when starting the game in class?

• Reviewing the grammar rules

• Writing an essay

• Drawing a picture

• Listening to music

What type of questions should students create for the game?

• Questions about their hobbies

• Questions that most would answer 'yes'

• Questions that most would answer 'no'

• Questions about their favorite food

What should students do with the example questions?

• Ignore them

• Copy them onto their worksheet

• Translate them into another language

• Write them on the board

How do students participate in the game?

• By walking around and asking questions

• By drawing pictures

• By sitting quietly

• By reading a book

What must a student do if they answer 'yes' to a question?

• Sing a song

• Sign the questioner's paper

• Draw a picture

• Write a story

What is the goal of the game for the students?

• To finish their homework

• To write the longest essay

• To complete their list first

• To draw the best picture

What does the teacher do at the end of the game?

• Plays a video

• Gives a lecture

• Sings a song

• Double-checks the answers