Understanding 'Too' and 'Two' Usage

This lesson explains the differences between 'two' and 'too'. 'Two' can be used as a preposition to show direction, as an infinitive form of a verb, to refer to a period of time, or to indicate the receiver of something. Examples include going to places, wanting to do actions, and giving items to people. 'Too' is an adverb meaning also, very, or excessive, used to express additional actions, high intensity, or excessiveness.

What is the main focus of this lesson?

• The difference between 'two' and 'too'

• The history of the English language

• How to write essays

• The importance of punctuation

Which of the following sentences uses 'two' as a preposition?

• I was studying too.

• He works from nine to five.

• I want to eat a sandwich.

• She went to school.

What is an infinitive form of a verb?

• The basic form of a verb, usually preceded by 'to'

• A verb form that shows continuous action

• A verb form that shows future tense

• A verb form that shows past tense

Which of the following is an example of 'two' used as an infinitive?

• To five

• To run

• To Sam

• To the shop

What is the infinitive form of the verb in the sentence 'She likes to sing'?

• Likes

• To likes

• Sing

• To sing

Which sentence correctly uses 'two' to refer to a period of time?

• She likes to sing.

• He works from nine to five.

• I went to the shop.

• I was studying too.

In the sentence 'Can you give the letter to Sam?', what role does 'two' play?

• Indicating an excessive amount

• Indicating the receiver of something

• Indicating direction

• Indicating a period of time

Which of the following is NOT a use of 'two'?

• As a preposition

• As an infinitive

• As an adverb

• To indicate a receiver

What is the role of 'two' in the sentence 'Sarah gave the book to Jay'?

• Indicating direction

• Indicating a period of time

• Indicating the receiver of something

• Indicating an excessive amount

What does 'too' mean when used as an adverb?

• A period of time

• Also, very, or excessive

• A receiver of something

• Direction