Understanding the Verb 'Do'

This video tutorial explains the usage of the verb 'do' in English, covering its role as both a main and helping verb. It details the simple, past, and participle forms of 'do', and how it functions with helping verbs and in forming questions. The tutorial also explores the use of modal verbs with 'do', forming continuous tenses with 'do' and 'be', and using 'do' as a main verb in sentences. Additionally, it discusses the application of 'do' in perfect tenses and passive voice, concluding with resources for further learning.

What is the simple form of the verb 'do'?

• Do

• Done

• Did

• Doing

Which form of 'do' is used in the past tense?

• Do

• Doing

• Did

• Done

How is the infinitive form of 'do' created?

• By adding 'ing' to 'do'

• By using 'do' with 'have'

• By adding 'to' before 'do'

• By using 'do' with 'be'

Which of the following is a modal verb that can be used with 'do'?

• Was

• Has

• Is

• Can

In the question 'What do you do?', what is the main verb?

• You

• Do

• Occupation

• What

What is the role of 'do' in the question 'What did you do?'?

• Helping verb

• Main verb

• Subject

• Object

How does the verb 'be' interact with 'do' in continuous tenses?

• Forms the future tense

• Forms the passive voice

• Forms the past tense

• Forms continuous tenses

Which form of 'do' is used in continuous tenses?

• Done

• Doing

• Did

• Do

What is a gerund?

• A helping verb

• A verb form ending in 'ing'

• A type of adjective

• A past tense form

Where is 'do' most likely to appear as a helping verb?

• Before a main verb

• After a main verb

• Before a subject

• After a subject