Understanding 'Too' and 'Very' Usage

This video tutorial explains the difference between using 'VERY' and 'TOO' before adjectives. 'VERY' indicates a high degree but still possible, while 'TOO' suggests an excessive degree, making it impossible. Examples include 'very hot' vs. 'too hot' and 'very heavy' vs. 'too heavy'. The tutorial also covers grammar rules for using these words with verbs and adverbs, emphasizing the negative connotation of 'TOO'. The lesson concludes with a call to action to like and subscribe for more English lessons.

What does 'very hot' imply about the coffee?

• It is cold.

• It is not hot at all.

• It is hot but drinkable.

• It is impossible to drink.

What does 'too hot' suggest about the coffee?

• It is pleasantly warm.

• It is not hot enough.

• It is lukewarm.

• It is excessively hot and undrinkable.

What does VERY indicate when used with an adjective?

• No degree or amount.

• A low degree or small amount.

• A moderate degree or amount.

• A high degree or large amount.

What is the usual connotation of TOO when used with an adjective?

• Indifferent

• Positive

• Neutral

• Negative

In the sentence 'The fridge is too heavy. Steve can't lift it.', what does TOO imply?

• Steve can lift it with effort.

• Steve has already lifted it.

• Steve can lift it easily.

• It is impossible for Steve to lift it.

What does 'too cold to play football' mean?

• It was warm enough to play.

• It was not cold at all.

• It was excessively cold, making it impossible to play.

• It was cold but possible to play.

Which of the following is incorrect in English?

• Both 'very much cold' and 'too much cold'

• Too much cold

• Neither

• Very much cold

What form should a verb take after TOO + adjective?

• Present tense

• Gerund form

• Past tense

• Infinitive form

What is the structure when using VERY with an adverb?

• Adverb + very + verb

• Verb + very + adverb

• Very + verb + adverb

• Verb + adverb + very

What is a better alternative to using 'very badly'?

• Gently

• Nicely

• Terribly

• Slightly