Rules for Adding -ING to Verbs

This video tutorial explains how to add -ING to verbs, covering basic rules and exceptions. It discusses when to remove or double letters, the impact of stress and syllables, and differences between US and UK English. Special cases like verbs ending in -IE or -IC are also covered, with practice exercises included.

What is the basic rule for adding -ING to most verbs?

• Change the last vowel to -ING.

• Double the last consonant and add -ING.

• Remove the last letter and add -ING.

• Add -ING to the end of the verb.

What should you do when a verb ends in 'E'?

• Double the 'E' and add -ING.

• Remove the 'E' and add -ING.

• Add -ING directly.

• Change 'E' to 'I' and add -ING.

How do you handle verbs ending in double 'E'?

• Remove one 'E' and add -ING.

• Double the 'E' and add -ING.

• Add -ING without removing any 'E'.

• Change 'E' to 'I' and add -ING.

How do you add -ING to 'agree'?

• AGREEING

• AGREEING

• AGREEING

• AGREING

What is the rule for verbs ending in consonant-vowel-consonant?

• Double the final consonant and add -ING.

• Change the vowel to 'I' and add -ING.

• Add -ING directly.

• Remove the last consonant and add -ING.

What is the correct form of 'run' when adding -ING?

• RUNNING

• RUNING

• RUNNING

• RUNNING

When do you not double the final consonant in two-syllable verbs?

• When the stress is on the first syllable.

• When the verb ends in 'E'.

• When the stress is on the second syllable.

• When the verb ends in 'Y'.

How does British English differ in handling verbs like 'travel'?

• British English doubles the final 'L'.

• British English adds 'ED' instead of 'ING'.

• British English does not double the final consonant.

• British English changes 'E' to 'I'.

What is the correct form of 'happen' when adding -ING?

• HAPPENNING

• HAPPENING

• HAPPENNING

• HAPPENING

What is the rule for verbs ending in W, X, or Y?

• Remove the final consonant and add -ING.

• Add -ING without doubling the final consonant.

• Double the final consonant and add -ING.

• Change the final consonant to 'I' and add -ING.