Understanding Verb Tenses in Time Expressions

Emma explains the differences between 'in the last year' and 'last year', focusing on verb tenses, frequency, and emphasis. She uses examples to illustrate how 'in the last' often involves present perfect tense and numbers, while 'last' uses simple past tense. The video also covers how 'last' refers to a specific past moment, whereas 'in the last' spans a period up to the present. Emma concludes with practice examples and invites viewers to explore more resources.

What is the main focus of the video?

• The difference between 'in the last week' and 'next week'.

• The difference between 'in the last month' and 'next month'.

• The difference between 'in the last day' and 'next day'.

• The difference between 'in the last year' and 'last year'.

Which verb tense is used with 'last year'?

• Simple past

• Present perfect

• Present continuous

• Future perfect

Which verb tense is used with 'in the last year'?

• Simple past

• Present perfect

• Past continuous

• Future perfect

What is often included with 'in the last year'?

• A specific date

• A future event

• A number indicating frequency

• A location

What does 'last year' emphasize on a timeline?

• A continuous period

• A future event

• An indefinite time

• A specific moment in time

What does 'in the last year' emphasize on a timeline?

• A continuous period

• A specific moment in time

• An indefinite time

• A future event

What is true about actions described with 'in the last year'?

• They are completed in the past.

• They continue up to the present.

• They are hypothetical.

• They will happen in the future.

Which sentence is correct: 'In the last year, I have been to the movies twice' or 'Last year, I have been to the movies twice'?

• Last year, I have been to the movies twice

• In the last year, I have been to the movies twice

• Neither is correct

• Both are correct

Which sentence is correct: 'Last month, I bought a car' or 'In the last month, I bought a car'?

• Last month, I bought a car

• In the last month, I bought a car

• Both are correct

• Neither is correct

What is the main difference between 'last year' and 'in the last year'?

• 'Last year' refers to a specific past time, while 'in the last year' includes the present.

• 'Last year' includes the present, while 'in the last year' refers to a specific past time.

• Neither includes the present.

• Both refer to the same time period.