Understanding Forms of 'Be' and Contractions

This video tutorial by Evie teaches the present tense of the verb 'be' in affirmative sentences, focusing on singular and plural pronouns. It covers how to use 'be' with different pronouns and jobs, and introduces contractions for informal speech and writing. The lesson includes interactive exercises for practice and concludes with a call to action.

Which of the following is a singular pronoun?

• I

• You all

• They

• We

Which of the following is not a singular pronoun?

• They

• He

• She

• It

What does the term 'plural' refer to?

• One

• Two or more

• None

• All

Choose the correct form of 'be' for the sentence: 'He ___ a teacher.'

• is

• be

• am

• are

What is the correct form of 'be' for 'You ___ a dentist.'?

• be

• is

• are

• am

Fill in the blank: 'It ___ an apple.'

• be

• is

• are

• am

Select the correct form of 'be' for the sentence: 'They ___ students.'

• be

• am

• are

• is

Which sentence correctly uses the verb 'be' with a job?

• He is a mailman.

• She are a teacher.

• You is a student.

• I am a apple.

Which of the following sentences uses the verb 'be' correctly?

• You is a student.

• I are a doctor.

• She is a teacher.

• He am a mailman.

Fill in the blank: 'We ___ pilots.'

• be

• am

• are

• is